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UK
ManSafe
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SRL User Instructions
The user must read, understand and follow this
instruction manual before using this equipment. This
manual must be kept in a safe place for future reference
and inspection/recertifi cation records and should be
used as part of an employee training program. It is
essential for the safety of the user that if the SRL is
resold outside the original country of destination the
reseller shall provide instructions for use, maintenance,
periodic examination and for repair in the language of the
country in which the device will be used.
Latchways SRL shall only be used by a person who is trained
and competent in its safe use. Contact Latchways if you have
any concerns regarding the use, maintenance, applications or
operation of this device.
Fitness and age signifi cantly affect a person’s ability to safely
withstand fall arrest loads. Only people who are physically and
mentally fi t and healthy, not under the infl uence of drugs or
alcohol are permitted to use this equipment. If you are uncertain
about your ability, consult your doctor. Latchways SRLs must
not be used by pregnant women or minors.
Intended purpose:
The Self Retractable Lifeline (SRL) in
accordance with EN360:2002 is intended to be used as a
connecting element within a personal fall arrest system. It must
be used vertically in situations where user mobility is required
and fall protection is needed—inspection, general construction
and maintenance work etc.
Product Limitations:
Latchways SRL shall not be used
outside its limitations, or any purpose other than that for which
it is intended. All maintenance work is to be conducted by
an authorised person. Do not attempt to modify or repair the
equipment. Failure to follow these instructions or misuse of this
equipment may result in serious injury or death.
1 The SRL is for a single user only, only one person can be
connected at any time
A
.
2 Maximum user weight (including tools) is 140 kg
B
.
3 SRL must be protected from fi re, acids, caustic solutions,
welding fl ames, sparks or similar.
4 Latchways SRLs can be used in temperatures ranging from
-30°C to +50°C.
5 This device should be positioned as vertically as possible
above the position of the user and used at an angle that is no
more than 30° to the vertical
C
.
6 The SRL must not be used if there is any risk of the SRL
contacting high voltage power lines.
7 Latchways recommends that the SRL should not be used in
conjunction with a caged ladder.
HSE research has previously found that caged ladders
(i.e. ladders with hoops) could not provide positive fall arrest
capability. Further research has shown that there is a risk of
the user striking the cage in the event of a fall or the caged
ladder interfering with the performance of a Fall Arrest
System. In addition to this, rescue of a casualty could be
hindered by the caged ladder.
8 Mansafe Sealed SRL’s are suitable for use in areas in which
explosive atmospheres caused by mixtures of air and gases,
vapours or mists or by air/dusts mixtures are likely to occur,
as per BS EN 13463-1:2001 equipment group II, category 2
(
II 2 G c IIC T6).
9 As a safety precaution in some industries, it is required that
any object connected at height is tethered to the structure with
an additional ‘back up’ connection. The Sealed SRL has been
designed to incorporate a unique carry handle, which has also
been tested for use as the secondary retention point.
Secondary
retention point
Main anchor
connection
WARNING! The secondary retention point can only be
used as a method of tethering the Sealed SRL back
to the structure and must NEVER be used as the main
anchor connection.
System requirements:
A fall arrest system comprises of a
structural anchor point, full body harness, connector (karabiner/
hook) and SRL. Ensure all elements in the system are used only
as specifi ed by the manufacturer. It is essential for safety that
the anchor device and anchor point should always be positioned,
and work carried out in such a way, as to minimise both the
potential for a fall and potential fall distance.
WARNING! Incompatible components can lead to
connectors accidentally disengaging. Always ensure all
connectors are correctly engaged and locked.
1 Connectors must conform to EN 362 and be self closing and
self locking.
2 A full body harnesses conforming to EN 361 must be worn
when using Latchways SRL.
3 The anchorage structure must be able
to sustain a minimum force of 10 kN
D
. Latchways recommends using a
certifi ed anchor point. Refer to EN
795. If more than one personal fall
arrest system is attached to the same
supporting structure then the former
strength requirement has to be multiplied by the number of
personalfall arrest systems attached to the supporting
structure.
4 A minimum of 3 m from the working level to the nearest
obstruction, lower level or ground underneath a hazard
should be maintained.
5 An emergency rescue plan must be in place, to be
implemented in the event of a fall.
NOTE:
Selection of the anchor point position must take in to
account any risks posed by moving machinery and pendulum
falls. To ensure positive locking of the SRL a clear, unobstructed
fall path is necessary. Do not use the SRL when working on
such materials as sand or grain, as this may not allow suffi cient
speed to cause the SRL to lock in the event of a fall. It is
A
B
C
< 10 KN
