AC 010 is a guided-type fall arrester device on flexible anchorage guide.
The rope grab is sliding on
ø1
4 mm polyamide rope.
AC 010 is a component of personal protective equipment against falls from a height.
AC 010 guided-type fall arrester complies with EN 353-2.
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rope grab with energy dissipating element . Energy dissipating element can be equipped only with certified
connector (snap hook) . The total length of the dissipating element (energy absorber) with connector shall not exceed 44 cm.
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working rope (
ø1
4 mm kernmantle polyamide). The rope is ended with sewn loops equipped with thimbles.
(acording EN 362)
BASIC EQUIPMENT
working rope
ø1
4 mm
identity label
of the working rope
top end
of the working rope
(the loop with the thimble)
front view
identity label of the rope grab
energy dissipating
element
connector*
AC 010
rope grab
PROTEKT 93-403 LODZ ul. Starorudzka 9 POLAND TEL: (+48 42) 680 20 83; FAX: (+48 42) 680 20 93; www.protekt.com.pl
bottom end
of the working rope
(the loop with the thimble)
back view
EN 353-2:2002
Date of manufacture:
02.2005
ADMISSIBLE USING ONLY WITH ROPES OF DIAMETER
f
14 mm
Serial number:
00001
GUIDED-TYPE FALL ARRESTER
AC 010
MARKING
AC 100 XX*
WORKING ROPE
EN 353-2:2002
Date of manufacture: 02.2003
Serial number: 00001
LENGTH: XX m
POLYAMIDE
DIAMETER:
ø1
4 mm
EC type examination carried out by CETE APAVE SUDEUROPE, BP 193, 13322 Marseille, France - 0082
1.
2. reference number
3. European standard (number/year).
4. CE marking and number of a notified
body controlling manufacturing of the
equipment (art. 11).
5. month/year of manufacture.
6. number of manufacturing serie.
name (type) of the device.
7. caution: read the manual
8. marking of device manufacturer of
distributor.
9. material of which the device is made of.
10. diameter of the rope.
11. length of the rope.
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1
2
9
10
11
5
6
3
4
8
2
5
3
4
6
8
7
GUIDED-TYPE FALL ARRESTER
ON FLEXIBLE ANCHORAGE LINE
Rope grab ref. number: AC 010
Instruction Manual
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
THE EQUIPMENT
AC 010
Working rope ref. number: AC 100 XX
EN 353-2:2002
the total length of the energy absorber
with connector shall not exceed 44 cm
for use on ropes of
ø
14 mm
only
diameter
ATTENTION:
the total length of the dissipating element (energy absorber) with connector shall not exceed 44 cm.
*) xx - code of length
for example: xx=03 - length 3 m
xx=20 - length 20 m
Using the AC 010 fall arrester
in connection with fall arrest system must be compatible with use instructions of the fall arrest systems and obligatory standards:
- EN361 - for the safety harness;
- EN353-2, EN354, EN362 - for the fall arrest systems;
- EN 795 - for anchorages
- EN358 - for the work positioning systems.
*) Energy dissipating element shall be equipped with a connector
certified according EN 362 and the total length of the dissipating
element (energy absorber) with connector shall not exceed 44 cm.
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personal protective equipment must be withdrawn from use immediately when
confirmed in writing by equipment manufacturer or his representative after carried out the detailed inspection.
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personal protective equipment must be withdrawn from use immediately and destroyed when it have been used to arrest a fall.
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a full body harness is the only acceptable body holding device that can be used in a fall arrest system.
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in full body harness use only attaching points marked with big letter "A" to attach a fall arrest system. Marking like "A/2'" or a half of "A" means the necessity
of attaching a fall arrest system to both attaching points together simultaneously. It is strictly forbidden to attach a fall arrest system to the single attaching
point marked "A/2'" or a half of "A". See drawings below:
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the anchor device or anchor point for the fall arrest system should always be positioned, and the work carried out in such a way, as to minimise both the
potential for falls and potential fall distance. The anchor device/point should be placed above the position of the user . The shape and construction of the
anchor device/point shall not allowed to self-acting disconnection of the equipment. Minimal static strength of the anchor device/point is 15 kN. It is
recommended to use certified and marked structural anchor point complied with EN795.
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it is obligatory to verify the free space required beneath the user at the workplace before each occasion of use the fall arrest system, so that, in the case of a
fall, there will be no collision with the ground or other obstacle in the fall path. The required value of the free space should be taken from instruction manual
of used equipment.
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there are many hazards that may affect the performance of the equipment and corresponding safety precautions that have to be observed during equipment
utilization, especially:
- trailing or looping of lanyards or lifelines over sharp edges;
- any defects like cutting, abrasion, corrosion; - climatic exposure;
- pendulum falls;
- extremes of temperature;
- chemical reagents;
- electrical conductivity.
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personal protective equipment must be transported in the package (e.g.: bag made of moisture-proof textile or foil bag or cases made of steel or plastic) to
protect it against damage or moisture.
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the equipment can be cleaned without causing adverse effect on the materials in the manufacture of the equipment. For textile products use mild detergents
for delicate fabrics, wash by hand or in a machine and rinse in water. Plastic parts can be cleaned only with water. When the equipment becomes wet, either
from being in use or when due cleaning, it shall be allowed to dry naturally, and shall be kept away from direct heat. In metallic products some mechanic
parts (spring, pin, hinge, etc.) can be regularly slightly lubricated to ensure better operation.
Other maintenance and cleaning procedures should be adhered to detailed instructions stated in the manual of the equipment.
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personal protective equipment should be stored loosely packed, in a well-ventilated place, protected from direct light, ultraviolet degradation, damp
environment, sharp edges, extreme temperatures and corrosive or aggressive substances.
any doubt arise about its condition for safe use and not used again until
TIME OF USE
The rope grab can be used for 5 years caunting from a date of putting it into operation. After this period the rope grab must be withdrawn from use to carry out
detailed manufacturer’s inspection.
The inspection can be carried out by:
- manufacturer
- or person recommended by the manufacturer
- or company recommended by manufacturer.
During this inspection will be established admissible time of use of the rope grab till next fabric control.
Working rope must be withdrawn from use and destroyed after 5 years of use.
Whole fall arrester including rope grab, working rope and connectors must be withdrawn from use immediately and destroyed when it have been used to arrest a fall.
A
FALL ARREST SYSTEM
HARNESS ATTACHING POINT
A
HARNESS ATTACHING HALF POINTS
FALL ARREST SYSTEM
FORBIDDEN!
