Warning : Working at height is a very dangerous activity which may lead to severe injury or fatality. We
advise that you personally assume the responsibility to learn the use and the safety measures that apply to
this equipment. Remember that there is no better ''instruction'' than that of a trained instructor. Train in
the use of this tool, verify that you have fully understood how it works and if in any doubt, please ask
competent person!
Don
’t make any alterations or additions to the equipment without the manufacturer’s prior written consent.
Any repair shall only be made by the manufacturer. The products shall not be used outside its limitations,
or for any purpose other than that for which it is intended.
It is essential for the safety of the user that if the product is re-sold outside Taiwan, the reseller shall
provide instructions for use, for maintenance, for periodic examination and for repair in the language of the
country in which the product is to be used.
If there is reason to doubt your fitness to safely absorb the shock from a fall arrest, please consult your
doctor. Age and fitness seriously affect a worker
’s ability to withstand falls. Pregnant women or minors
must not use YOKE hooks or connectors.
User Instructions for Connectors
Please read these instructions thoroughly before using this
equipment.
1. GENERAL USE INFORMATION
The connector is essential for your safety so we
recommend that you :
*assign it to an individual user whenever possible:
*check it before each use, in particular for:
Deformations,
Signs of wear, correct locking system operation.
If you are in any doubt whatsoever about the safe
condition of this product or if the connector has been
used to arrest a fall, it must be essential for safety that it
is withdrawn from use.
Ensure that the instructions for other components used
in conjunction with these products are complied with as
stated by the
EC directive 89/686/EEC (personal
protective equipment)
.
The anchor device or anchor point should always be
positioned, considering both the height of fall and the
extension of the rope in order to avoid possible
obstructions (i.e.the ground). Be sure that the
anchorage strength corresponds to min. Breaking loaded
to
20 kN (EN) or 23kN (ANSI, CSA).
YOKE products are made in accordance with European
Standard No.EN362:2004 or Canada/US Standard No.
CSA Z259.12 & ANSI Z359.12
2. COMPATIBILITY
When used as part of a PPE system against falls from a
height, this
connector
must be connected to a
compatible connection (example: a correct D-Ring). It
is important to ensure compatibility in order to avoid
possibility of roll-out or disengagement. Only one
personal protective system can be attached to this
connector
. This
connector
is designed for use by one
person only. Ensure that proper fall clearance exists in
order to prevent striking ground or other objects in the
event of a fall.
Note: a connector is considered to have a compatible
connection when the connectors have been designed
to work together and that their shape/size do not cause
gates to inadvertently open. All connections must
fully close and lock.
3.
MEANING OF MARKING AND / OR SYMBOLS:
Explanation of Markings
CE0194
CE marking and Notified Body number
EN362:2004X
European Standard
CSA/ANSI
Canada/US Standard
Read instruction manual
N-XXX
YOKE Item number
←→
XX kN
Major axis strength
XXX
Batch number (3 Capital letters)
XX
Year code of manufacturing year (2 digits)
YOKE or Y
Manufacturer name or abbreviation name
XX kN XXXX lbs
Force information
4. MAINTENANCE, SERVICING AND STORAGE.
Cleaning :
If soiled, rinse in clean water ( maximum
temperature 40°C ) with mild neutral detergent. When
the equipment becomes wet, either from being in use
or when due to cleaning, it shall be allowed to dry
naturally, and shall be kept away from direct heat.
Lubrication :
Lubricate mobile parts (e.g. spring and
rivet ) with a silicone based lubricant only. This
should be carried out after cleaning and
drying. Avoid any oil contact with textile parts.
Storage : During
transportation or after any
necessary cleaning, drying and lubrication, store
unpacked in a cool, dry, dark place in a chemically
neutral environment away from excessive heat or
heat sources, high humidity, sharp edges, corrosives
or other possible causes of damage. Do not store
wet. Avoid U.V. radiation, and salt environments.
Service Live:
It is very difficult to estimate
obsolescence due to local use and storage
conditions, however, the following may reduce the
strength greatly and the lifespan to as little as one
use: incorrect use, severe fall arrest, mechanical
deformation, fall from a height on the connector,
general wear and tear, gate malfunction, chemical
contamination, heat contamination.
5. RECORDS (RECORD-CARD)
The product can be traced through Test Certificate
issued by YOKE. The Test Certificate shows Model
/ type identification (i.e. Item Number), the name and
contact details of the manufacturer, and means of
identification (batch or serial number).
6. RESCUE PLAN
It is important to make plan for a rescue in the
event of a fall BEFORE starting to work. Ensure
that a rescuer plan is discussed with a competent
person and that this plan takes into account:-
Dangers from swing falls- Avoidance of exposure
of connecting components to sharp edges
- Removal from service for any components
subject to a fall.
It is also important to ensure that the employer
has a documented rescue plan and has the ability
to implement it.
7. YOKE'S CONNECTORS USE AND
MAINTENANCE
The connector you have just acquired is used to
connect personal protective equipment to some
other system component (harness, lanyard, fall
arrester, anchorage point, etc.)
When employing a connector that has a manual
closing gate (example
– screw gate), it is
recommended that it be
used in situations that DO NOT require frequent
attachment and removal during a working period.
Care should be taken to avoid loading a connector
across its gate.
When assessing the appropriateness of a fall arrest
system, the length of this connector should be taken
into consideration concerning all distance.
Before first use it is recommended to check carefully
that the equipment is compatible with the other
system components.
In use, protect your connector against any hazard in
the work environment, e.g. thermal or electric
shocks, mechanical impact, acid splash and so forth.
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE BEFORE USE
THAT THE
RECOMMENDATIONS SPECIFIC TO EACH PART
ASSOCIATED WITH THIS
PRODUCT ARE COMPLIED WITH, AS SPECIFIED
IN THE MANUAL.
IMPORTANT :
These instructions should be supplied to each
person using this product. This connector must be
inspected by a competent person prior to each use
by the user and at least once a year by the
manufacturer or by an authorized person. The
inspection should be recorded on the enclosed
schedule
Involved notified Body:
design and controlling stage:
INSPEC International Limited (0194)
56 Leslie Hough Way
Salford
Greater Manchester
M6 6AJ United Kingdom
