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(f)  that the eyebolt/pedestal assembly has been tightened in accordance with the instructions; 

(g)  that a PPE warning disc has been fitted between the eyebolt and the pedestal. 

(h)  that two instruction labels are attached to the upper cross arm of Weightanka, and that they are 
legible.  Replacements are available from your Weightanka supplier. 

(i)  that there is no damage or defect to the Weightanka; 

(j)  that any recommendations for use with other components in the system, as advised on the record 
card, are complied with; 

(k)  that there is no damage to the roof surface upon which the Weightanka stands; 

(l)  that neither the roof surface nor the Weightanka have been contaminated by oil, grease or any other 
substance; 

(m)  that there is no growth of algae on the rubber base weights or on the surrounding roof surface.  If 
algae are present on, or immediately adjacent to, the rubber base weights, the assembly should be 
dismantled, scrupulously cleaned, and re-assembled in accordance with this document; 

(n)  that any loose chippings have been removed where necessary. 

WARNING! The lanyard MUST ONLY be attached to the eyebolt provided on the Weightanka pedestal. 
See Figure .  It would be dangerous to attach the lanyard to any other part of the Weightanka. 

 

The assembly of the Weightanka is now complete. 

 

WARNING! Should any doubt arise about the safety of any part of the system, do not use it and remove 
it from service immediately.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Содержание WA03

Страница 1: ...ive by National Engineering Laboratory East Kilbride Glasgow G75 0QU United Kingdom Notified Body Number 0320 The notified body ensuring conformance for EC marking is Inspec International Limited Salford M6 6AJ United Kingdom Notified body number 0194 Kee Safety Ltd 1 Boulton Road Reading Berkshire RG2 0NH Tel 44 0 118 9311022 Fax 44 0 118 9756763 E Mail sales keesafety com Internet www keesafety ...

Страница 2: ... 1 Summary 1 1 1 2 Symbols 1 2 1 3 Basic Safety Instructions 1 3 2 Using The Kee Anchor Weightanka System 2 1 2 1 Summary 2 1 2 2 Transporting and Storing The Kee Anchor Weightanka system 2 2 2 3 Checking the Component Parts 2 3 2 4 Selecting the Installation Site 2 10 2 5 Assembling and dismantling The Kee Anchor Weightanka system 2 12 2 6 Using The Kee Anchor Weightanka system 2 19 2 7 Maintaini...

Страница 3: ...Contents II List of Contents Chapter Subject Page Index Index 1 Annex Inspection Book Sample Page Declaration of Conformity ...

Страница 4: ...hapter 0 Introduction Summary Summary This chapter is split into the following subjects Subject Page General 0 2 Use in Accordance With Regulations and Incorrect Use 0 5 Operator s Duty of Care 0 7 Personnel Requirements 0 8 ...

Страница 5: ...N 361 2002 safety harness subject to strict adherence to the manufacturer s instructions for use Guided Type fall Arrest system to EN 353 2 and EN358 CAUTION As there is the possibility of the system having to arrest a fall means of dissipating energy e g a device or system to EN355 should be incorporated to keep the maximum impact force to below 6 kN EN355 devices are tested using a 100kg standar...

Страница 6: ... National Engineering Laboatory East Kilbride Glasgow G75 0QU United Kingdom Anticipated Life Metal Components Rubber Pads Up to 25 years in non marine non corrosive e g chemical plant environments with a temperature range from 10 to 40 degrees centigrade subject to use and inspection strictly in accordance with these instructions Date of Issue Storage and Components These assembly and operating i...

Страница 7: ...he manufacturer Amendments to this documentation can be carried out without prior notice Modifications to The Weightanka system If you undertake modifications to the Weightanka system you will negate all certification that comes with this product As a result the declaration of conformity that you have received with The Weightanka system will be deemed as null and void In this case you must have al...

Страница 8: ...hat the forces applied to the body and therefore to the anchor device during the arrest of a fall does not exceed 6kN Where the weight of the user with clothing personal protective equipment and if necessary tools may exceed 100 kg when secured to the system it should be ascertained that the 6kN maximum force will not be exceeded by reference to the manufacturer of the energy absorber or other for...

Страница 9: ...d in use in accordance with regulations The Weightanka system may move in the case of the attached person falling If the listed conditions are not observed the system may possibly move too much and fall from the roof The use of a damaged incomplete or incorrectly assembled Weightanka system Use for securing horizontal line systems A purpose designed deadweight anchor system Wireanka is available f...

Страница 10: ... ensure that the necessary personal protective equipment is available for use and IS USED See Compatibility Page 0 2 is checked regularly and the check recorded IMPORTANT Wear suitable protective footwear to avoid injury to the feet in case any of the component parts are dropped or fall on to them Instruction and Training All users of the system must ensure that Before using the system for the fir...

Страница 11: ...eir ability to use this system or understand these instructions It is unlikely that any medical condition may directly affect or be affected by the use of this product in itself but users must be aware that Working at height is a dangerous occupation They should be trained to do so and should comply with any medical requirements set by the training provider The manufacturer or supplier of PPE to b...

Страница 12: ...rmation is to be understood as being in addition to any existing Health and Safety Regulations and laws already in force Existing accident prevention regulations and laws must be observed in all cases Summary This chapter is split into the following subjects Subject Page Symbols 1 2 Basic Safety Instructions 1 3 ...

Страница 13: ...is a risk to the life and safety of people Where life is endangered the wording Danger to Life shall be indicated separately Attention This symbol indicates that there is a threat of damage to goods or to the environment Advice This symbol identifies information that contributes to the better understanding of the Weightanka system ...

Страница 14: ...at the correct number of weights for the type of roof surface see section 2 5 pp 2 11 has been used Damaged parts shall not be used for assembly Danger to Life Danger of the user falling as the result of an inappropriate installation site Explanation An inadequate supporting base or assembly on type of roof surface not approved for use with this product see section 2 5 page 2 11 can lead to the We...

Страница 15: ...afety can adversely affect the functionality of the Weightanka system In these circumstances the safe functioning of the system is not assured Before use check Weightanka for damage Damaged parts must be replaced before use in all cases Only after this may the Weightanka system be used In case of doubt change the equipment In case of a fall change the equipment ...

Страница 16: ...lit into the following subjects Subject Page Transporting and Storing the Weightanka system 2 2 Checking the Component parts 2 3 Selecting the Installation Site 2 11 Assembling and Dismantling the Weightanka system 2 13 Using the Weightanka system 2 20 Maintenance Inspection and Disposal 2 23 ...

Страница 17: ...ess cannot be damaged Packing We recommend the component parts are packed in a wooden crate or shrunk wrapped onto a pallet for transportation In the case of transport by sea the packing must be impervious to seawater Transportation There are no restrictions to the means of transport Storage Longer term storage must be under cover for protection against the weather All component parts must be stor...

Страница 18: ...ollowing is a review of all parts needed for the correct assembly of the Weightanka system Danger If all the parts shown in Illustration 1 are not present or if parts are damaged they must be replaced by original parts Contact your supplier or the manufacturer for advice ...

Страница 19: ...Using Weightanka 2 4 of 28 Names and Functions of the Necessary Component Parts Figure 1 ...

Страница 20: ...rding to the number of weights being used Total weight of 4 weight locating pins 1 30 Kg 4 pieces DW1013010 Rubber Coated Base Weights Base plates to provide maximum friction and or adhesion with the roof surface It is important that the Rubber Coated Base Weights are installed with the suction cups facing down in direct contact with the surface It is important that the rubber suction cups are mai...

Страница 21: ...eight of the bottom cross arm is 16 kg 1 piece Threaded Spreader Plate The threaded spreader plate is supplied welded to the bottom cross arm The socket screw is screwed through the spreader plate to attach the central pedestal 1 Piece DWM207570 Zinc plated Socket Screw Used to attach the central pedestal to the cross arm assembly The socket screw is screwed through the bottom cross arm such that ...

Страница 22: ...ormation on use and date of test Positioned under the eyebolt and above the polythene washer 1 piece DW1018010 Central Pedestal The central pedestal provides a raised position for the attachment point thus increasing the performance of the system The lower end of the central pedestal has an M20 threaded hole to accept the socket screw The upper end of the pedestal has an M12 tapped hole to accept ...

Страница 23: ...ix eight or twelve standard weights are required to assemble a Weightanka R system depending on the type of roof surface It is IMPERATIVE that the correct number of standard weights is employed See section 2 5 Page 11 Total weight of 4 standard weights 100 Kg Total weight of 6 standard weights 150 kg 6 8 OR 12 pieces EN0075G10 Class A1 Anchor device M12 Eyebolt An M12 threaded eyebolt screwed into...

Страница 24: ...in nearest to the top standard weight Weight of 4 securing pins 0 15 kg 4 pieces DWATBAR10 Tommy Bar For use when tightening the eyebolt into the pedestal The length and diameter of the tommy bar is specially designed to apply the correct force when tightening the eyebolt The tommy bar should ONLY be used with the eyebolt centrally positioned and with one hand turning each end NEVER use the tommy ...

Страница 25: ...s Warning Label 1 piece DWA 101 10 Label regarding correct use Warning Label 1 piece DW1014010 Stabiliser Arm To attach the base weights Length 1 100 mm Placed on top of adjacent rubber coated base weights prior to fitting top and bottom cross arms 1 piece Continued on next page ...

Страница 26: ...ment Shape of roof Only for use on flat roofs Permitted roof slope Max 5 Roof surface For use on mineral felt concrete profiled metal sheets Asphalt Stone chippings and single ply membrane The roof surface must be free from loose debris oil grease and algae Where the system is to be used on a roof that is covered with stone chippings all loose stones shall be removed e g swept with a hard brush fr...

Страница 27: ... Safety distances All parts of the system must be at least 2 5 metres from a roof edge or open void A clearance height of at least 250 mm must remain above the highest component of the system The clearance height below the feet of the user to the first obstacle in the path of a potential fall must be at least that required by any P P E used in conjunction with the Weightanka system plus 1 0 metre ...

Страница 28: ...n assembly you must have a Checked you have all of the components see 2 4 and Fig 1 and they are undamaged b Selected a suitable installation site Number of weights Weightanka is supplied as standard with four rubber coated base weights and either six eight or twelve galvanised standard weights according to the type of roof surface In the table below the number of weights referred to is in additio...

Страница 29: ...ection 2 5 Page 11 Select a suitable position on the flat roof for assembly of Weightanka No part of the WeightAnka may be less than 2 5 metres from the roof edge or other opening At no time should an installer work within 2m of such an edge or opening unless he she is protected by a suitable fall protection system The path of any falling body must allow sufficient ground clearance free from obsta...

Страница 30: ...t B Distance from line attachment on Weightanka to outer edge of parapet C Maximum potential movement of Weightanka 1m D A B C E Maximum extension length of energy absorber whether integral with the lanyard or not consult relevant manufacturer F Stretch distance of harness and body of person allow minimum 2m G Clearance allowance of 1m ...

Страница 31: ...then D E F G A C E F G B and since C 1metre F 2metres G 1metre then Minimum clearance distance A B E 4 metres additional distance allowance may need to be made for some components see NB above WARNING If the roof surface is stone chippings ensure that all loose chippings are removed from the area where the WeightAnka will sit and the area across which it could travel in the event of a fall arrest ...

Страница 32: ...Using Weightanka 2 17 of 28 ...

Страница 33: ...2 mm A F Allen key c Place the central hole of the top cross arm Fig 1 Page 4 Chapter 2 with the two instruction notices facing upwards over the M20x75 mm socket head screw previously fitted to the bottom cross arm d Screw the pedestal Fig 2 Page 17 Chapter 2 on to the M20x75 mm socket head screw Screw it home but do not over tighten e Place the PPE warning disc notice upwards and polythene washer...

Страница 34: ...curing pins Fig 1 Page 4 Chapter 2 into the lowest possible hole on each locating pin Final inspection Carry out a final check ensuring the system has been correctly assembled all bolts have been fastened to the specified torque the setscrews of the base weights are loose apart from those mentioned above None of the system components has been damaged Please note the black and yellow warning labels...

Страница 35: ...ructed It is essential that you pay attention to the length of your personal protective equipment including any energy absorber when fully extracted and add one metre to allow for potential movement of the system itself Always ensure there is adequate ground clearance at all times Also ensure that in the case of a fall resulting in a pendulum swing your swing will be unobstructed in all aspects Al...

Страница 36: ...hould be placed on the central eyebolt so that no one disconnects the personal protective equipment during use This is the responsibility of the operator Ensure you have observed all the instructions for use of the personal protective equipment used in conjunction with the Weightanka system Exclusion zone It is first necessary to establish an exclusion zone between WeightAnka and the roof edge int...

Страница 37: ...8 is not suitable as a safety device A connector between the safety harness and the Weightanka system in accordance with EN 362 Make sure that the personal protective equipment is suitable as a full fall arrest system Consult the manufacturer if necessary During use ensure all PPE is protected from exposure to thermal electrical and mechanical shock or chemical attack An emergency plan is in place...

Страница 38: ...eightanka system be re sold or exported outside of the original country of destination the re seller shall provide the user with these instructions in the language of the country in which the product is to be used Cleaning In most cases cleaning with clean water is adequate You can use a water hose or high pressure cleaner for this purpose If you are unsure of the nature of any contamination conta...

Страница 39: ...fore they are used again Weightanka should be more closely inspected e g for signs of damage to ensure that it is safe for re use This inspection i e interim inspection should be recorded At least every 12 months there should be a thorough examination i e a detailed inspection more thorough than the interim inspection This thorough examination should be recorded on the Inspection sheet attached Pr...

Страница 40: ...ands l that neither the roof surface nor the Weightanka have been contaminated by oil grease or any other substance m that there is no growth of algae on the rubber base weights or on the surrounding roof surface If algae are present on or immediately adjacent to the rubber base weights the assembly should be dismantled scrupulously cleaned and re assembled in accordance with this document n that ...

Страница 41: ...able of this What to look for during inspections and thorough examination The lists below are not exclusive Inspection Interim inspection An inspection should be carried out after every week of constant use every six weeks of intermittent use and on each occasion of re assembly and recorded In addition to the pre use checks Inspect for the following a For signs of corrosion wear distortion or othe...

Страница 42: ...ormation of the pedestal cross arms stabiliser eyebolt etc This list is not exclusive Should any doubt arise about the safety of any part of the system do not use it remove it from service immediately and seek advice from your Weightanka supplier Instructions for repair following a fall or any other possibly damaging event If an operative suffers a fall from a height while using the Weightanka or ...

Страница 43: ... monitored by notified body No 0194 Inspec International LABEL 2 WEIGHTANKA MAY ONLY BE USED ON THE FOLLOWING SURFACES THE ASSEMBLY MUST ALWAYS COMPRISE FOUR RUBBER COVERED BASE WEIGHTS PLUS ADDITIONAL GALVANISED WEIGHTS DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF ROOF SURFACE AS FOLLOWS 1 SINGLE PLY MEMBRANE a SMOOTH FLAT SURFACES 8 GALVANISED WEIGHTS b EMBOSSED SURFACES 12 GALVANISED WEIGHTS 2 STEEL CLADDING 8 GAL...

Страница 44: ... position of the weightanka and the use of fixed length harnesses ensure that the users are not able to approach within 0 5m of a roof edge or other opening Max Two Users All Users Should Be Protected By An Energy Absorber To EN355 WEIGHTANKA should be positioned with no part of the assembly less than 2500mm from any roof edge or roof opening There must always be sufficient clearance to arrest a f...

Страница 45: ...w symbol added Page 2 Chapter 2 New symbol added Page 3 Chapter 2 New symbol added Page 4 Chapter 2 New diagram added Pages 5 to 10 Chapter 2 New Part numbers added and revised bullet points Page 11 Chapter 2 Twelve weight bearing pressure and new symbol added Page 12 Chapter 2 Final bullet point revised Page 13 Chapter 2 New symbol and twelve weight reference added Page 14 Chapter 2 Final sentenc...

Страница 46: ... the subject of EC certificate of conformity number BSEN795 08 013 Issued by National Engineering Laboratory East Kilbride Glasgow G75 0QU United Kingdom Notified Body Number 0320 Is subject to the procedure set out in Article 11 point A of Directive 89 686 CEE under the supervision of the Notified Body Inspec International Limited Salford M6 6AJ United Kingdom Notified body number 0194 The follow...

Страница 47: ...Regular Obligatory Inspection of Weightanka Date Inspector Name Qualification Inspection Result Subsequent Inspection in the Case of Deficiency Date Result of the Subsequent Inspection Signature of the Inspector Next Inspection Due ...

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