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2.0 Description
The FallTech
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FT-R
TM
Leading Edge SRL is a self-retracting device for those working at height and may
be subject to Leading Edge fall hazards, see Figure 6 for typical extreme sharp edges.
This manual contains one Appendix that contains figures and tables specific to the FT-R Leading Edge
SRL discussed in this manual.
The SRL discussed in this manual may be attached to an overhead anchorage, i.e., from directly over
the user’s head, to as low as the level of the user’s FBH dorsal D-ring. The SRD may also be attached to
a non-overhead anchorage, i.e., level with the user’s FBH dorsal D-ring, down to a maximum of 5’ below
the user’s FBH dorsal D-ring (foot level).
Leading edge means the unprotected side and edge of a floor, roof, or form work for a floor or other
walking/working surface (such as deck) which changes location as additional floor, roof, decking or
form work sections are placed, formed or constructed. The shape and texture of a leading edge may
vary, see Figure 6.
As shown in Figure 1 below, the SRD has a glass reinforced nylon housing with an integrated handle
that contains a lifeline composed of 7/32” (5.6mm) diameter galvanized steel wire rope, wound onto
a spring tensioned drum. The SRD’s lifeline is equipped with a cable stop/handle assembly with a
bumper, integrated tearaway Energy Absorber (EA), and a steel swivel snaphook. When the user is
attached, the lifeline extends and retracts with user movement, automatically maintaining a taut
lifeline. If a fall occurs, a centrifugal pawl system engages, stopping the lifeline payout. The tearaway EA
deploys, gradually slowing and arresting the fall.
See Table 1A in Appendix A for product and materials specifications.
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Figure 1 - About FallTech
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FT-R Leading Edge SRL
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Anchorage Connecting Carabiner
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Carrying Handle (Not an Anchor)
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Cable Lifeline
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Cable Stop/Handle Assembly
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Swaged Eye
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Energy Absorber
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Steel Swivel Snap Hook
Figure 1
