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Figure 9 - Releasing Tension from the Horizontal Lifeline
Releasing Tension on
the Horizontal Lifeline
Pointed Bar
Locking Lever
Rope Tensioner
Tensioning Nut
3.4 SYSTEM REMOVAL:
When no longer required, the horizontal
lifeline system should be removed from the job site.
A. RELEASE TENSION ON THE HORIZONTAL LIFELINE:
Step 1.
Lift the locking lever and position the pointed bar under
the locking lever as shown in Figure 9.
Step 2.
Push the pointed bar in a upward motion to unlock the
lever.
Step 3.
Loosen the tensioning nut by inserting the pointed bar
through the hole in the nut, or use a 1 1/4 in (32 mm)
wrench, and turn the tensioning nut counterclockwise.
Step 4.
Remove all knots and kinks in the rope before storage.
4.0 TRAINING
4.1
It is the responsibility of all users of this equipment to understand
these instructions, and to be trained in the correct installation,
use, and maintenance of this equipment. These individuals must
be aware of the consequences of improper installation or use
of this equipment. This user manual is not a substitute for a
comprehensive training program. Training must be provided on a
periodic basis to ensure proficiency of the users.
5.0 INSPECTION
5.1 INSPECTION FREQUENCY:
The Sayfline Synthetic Rope
Horizontal Lifeline System shall be inspected by the user before
each use and, additionally, by a competent person
1
other than the
user after installation and at intervals of no more than one year
2
.
Results of the Competent Person inspection should be recorded in
the
“Inspection and Maintenance Log”
at the back of this manual.