Fig. 3c
BUCKINGHAM MFG.
Adjustable Positioning Lanyard Instructions / Warnings
“BuckAdjuster”
1/2
” 16 strand braided rope
. Ma
nufacturing matrix material option “8K” (see Fig.1)
“RigidLine”
7/16” parallel core cable
of polyester filament. Manufacturing
matrix material option “8R” (see Fig.2)
Inspect Prior to each use:
inspection
should include but not be limited to the
following
:
Rope Inspection:
Inspecting your rope should be a continuous process of observation
before, during, and after each use.
Inspect rope fibers for signs of excessive wear, burns, cuts,
abrasions, kinks, knots, hockling, ice buildup, broken strands in any
given area of the rope.
If ice or snow build-up is noted, remove build-up prior to use by
running the length adjusting device along the length of the rope. Ensure
the length adjusting device is clean
and free of packed
snow or ice.
Both outer and inner fibers contribute to the ropes strength. If either is
worn, the rope will naturally be weakened. Open the rope strands and
look for powdered fiber, which is one sign of internal rope wear.
Inspect the rope for frayed strands and broken yarns. Check for pulled strands. A pulled strand
should be re-threaded into the rope if possible, otherwise it may snag on a foreign object during
use.
Inconsistent texture or stiff areas can indicate excessive dirt or grit embedded in the rope or shock
load damage.
Check that rope has not become hard or compacted. A hard or compacted rope
indicates reduced strength.
Inconsistent diameter (flat areas, bumps, or lumps). This condition indicates core or internal
damage from overloading or shock loading.
With use, all ropes become dirty. Inspect for areas of discoloration that could have been caused by
chemical contamination and may result in the rope becoming brittle or stiff.
Glossy or glazed areas that generally indicate signs of heat damage.
Rope, rope stitching, splice or rope crimp and all whipped ends are free of defects
(see Fig. 3a, 3b & 3c). Stitched eyes must have a protective cover (shrink tube) over the stitching
and the cover must not be damaged, missing or torn. (see Fig. 3b ).
Terminations of RigidLine extends through crimp. The crimp is secure and tight.
If your Adjustable Positioning Lanyard is manufactured
using Matrix Rope Option “8K” or “8R”
do not use rope that has the red warning center / core exposed.
See photos below for examples of a variety of conditions indicated above:
Hockled Rope Rope with a Pulled Strand
Rope with Broken or Cut Strands
Fig. 1
Fig. 3a
Fig. 3b
MODEL 9-8 shown in Fig. 1.
Other models may have varying lengths, options
& hardware from figures shown.
MODEL 7V08R18GM6 shown in Fig. 2.
Other models may have varying lengths, options
& hardware from figures shown.
Fig. 2
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