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Thank You
Thank you for your purchase of Miller Fall Protection equipment. Miller brand products are produced to meet the highest
standards of quality at our ISO 9001 certified facility. Miller Fall Protection equipment will provide you with years of use when
cared for properly.
WARNING
All persons using this equipment must read, understand and follow all instructions. Failure to do so may
result in serious injury or death. Do not use this equipment unless you are properly trained.
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It is crucial that the authorized person/user of this fall protection equipment read and understand these instructions. In addition, it
is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that all users are trained in the proper use, inspection, and maintenance of fall protection
equipment. Fall protection training should be an integral part of a comprehensive safety program.
Proper use of fall arrest systems can save lives and reduce the potential of serious injuries from a fall. The user must be aware that
forces experienced during the arrest of a fall or prolonged suspension may cause bodily injury. Consult a physician if there is any
question about the user’s ability to use this product. Pregnant women and minors must not use this product.
1.0 Purpose
The innovative Miller SafEscape ELITE™ Rescue/Descent Device offers a safe, timely solution for emergency rescue or evacuation
at heights. SafEscape models are available as Descent Only or Descent with Lifting. An integral ladder bracket is available for
attaching the SafEscape Device to fixed ladders. SafEscape Devices meet OSHA, ANSI/ASSE Z359.4, ISO22159:07/1/A, CE0123,
prEN341:2008/1A and EN1496:2007/B.
2.0 General Requirements, Warnings and
Limitations
2.1 General Fall Protection Warnings
All warnings and instructions shall be provided to
authorized persons/users.
All authorized persons/users must reference the regulations
governing occupational safety, as well as applicable
standards.
Proper precautions should always be taken to remove any
obstructions, debris, material, or other recognized hazards
from the work area that could cause injuries or interfere with
the operation of the system.
All equipment must be inspected before each use according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
All equipment should be inspected by a qualified person on a
regular basis.
To minimize the potential for accidental disengagement, a
competent person must ensure system compatibility.
Equipment must not be altered in any way. Repairs must be
performed only by the equipment manufacturer, or persons
or entities authorized, in writing, by the manufacturer. Any
product exhibiting deformities, unusual wear, or deterioration
must be immediately discarded. Do not use if the unit or any
part of the system appears to be damaged.
Any equipment subject to a fall must be removed from service.
The user shall have a rescue plan and the means at hand to
implement it when using this equipment.
Never use fall protection equipment for purposes other than
those for which it was designed.
Never remove product labels, which include important
warnings and information for the authorized person/user.
2.2 System Warnings and Limitations
System Comp atibility
The Miller SafEscape ELITE Rescue/Descent Device
is designed for use with Miller approved components.
Substitution or replacement with non-approved component
combinations, sub-systems, or both, may affect or interfere
with the safe function of each other and endanger the
compatibility within the system. This incompatibility may
affect the reliability and safety of the total system.
• The SafEscape Rescue/Descent Device must be used in
conjunction with a full-body harness.
• Use only manufacturer approved 10,5mm polyamide
kernmantle rope with this device.
Capacity
1 User
Capacity*
Max. Descent Height
66-330 lbs (30-150 kg)
1640 ft (500 m)
2 Users
Max. Capacity*
Max. Descent Height
551 lb (250 kg)
656 ft (200 m)
*Including clothing, harness, tools, etc.
Descent Speed
The descent speed is automatically controlled to a rate of 3.3
ft./sec. (1 m/sec) [for 220 lb. (100 kg) user] via the SafEscape's
centrifugal brake. This will increase linearly to 4.6 ft./sec. (1.4
m/sec) for two users weighing 440 lbs. (200 kg). Descent
speed will vary depending on the weight of the user(s).
Maximum descent speed is 5.26 ft./sec. (1.6 m/sec) [2 users
weighing 551 lbs. (250 kg)].
