MSA Latchways
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Vertical Device
LadderLatch, TowerLatch, TowerLatch SP and Climblatch
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Latchways, an MSA Company.
9. Inspection, maintenance and storage
Periodic examination
–The Latchways vertical GTFA device shall be examined at least every 12 months. Local
requirements, frequency of use or environmental conditions may dictate more frequent examinations.
Examinations shall only be conducted by a Latchways trained Technician in accordance with
Vertical Devices -
Instructions for periodic examination, repair and recertification.
The safety of the User depends upon the
continued efficiency and durability of the device.
The date of first use must be administratively provable. Where the date of first use is NOT known, the next
previous provable date must be used, e.g, date of purchase/date of manufacture of the device. There are no
user serviceable parts within the device.
Lifespan-
The webbing elements of Latchways vertical GTFAs (webbing strop and energy absorber on
TowerLatch and TowerLatch SP devices) have a maximum lifespan of 10 years from the date of manufacture.
ISC branded karabiners have an unlimited lifespan, all other karabiners have a maximum lifespan of 10 years
from the date of manufacture. (5 years if manufactured before April 2015) This is subject to passing periodic
examinations.
This is subject to passing periodic examinations.
Cleaning
– As part of general maintenance the Latchways vertical GTFA device may require cleaning from time
to time this may be done using warm water and a domestic detergent. The device should be thoroughly rinsed
and dried naturally away from direct heat.
Do not use any solvents, thinners or any chemical cleaning agent.
If it is anticipated that the device is to be used in wet, very cold conditions between -4 and -30°C apply a small
amount of WD 40 water dispersant to the area between the cam and the side plates. Following application of
the WD 40 allow any excess dispersant to drain away and wipe any surplus from the device using a clean lint
free cloth.
Never use cleaning agents containing chlorine or Chlorides.
