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Figure 8
Figure 7
Figure 6
s )NSPECTDESCENTLINEFORANY@SLACKBETWEENTHEDRUMANDRACK3EE&IGURE
If line shows any sign of slack - the PRD should be removed from service and
refer to Latchways or authorised agent.
s #HECKTHELEGIBILITYOFTHEPRODUCTMARKINGS
s )NSPECTTHERELEASEPINFORSIGNSOFDAMAGEDISTORTIONCORROSIONORCRACKING
Ensure that it has not been disengaged. Ensure that the red release cord is
positioned under the release pin and that the load-line webbing is looped around
the release pin (See Figure 7).
s %NSURETHATTHEGREENRELEASEPINCLIPISPRESENTANDUNDAMAGEDCHECKFOR
signs of damage, distortion or cracking (See Figure 7).
s %NSURETHATTHERELEASECORDGUIDEISUNDAMAGED
(See Figure 8).
s )NSPECTTHEDESCENTLINELOADLINEANDRELEASECORDFORSIGNSOFCUTSABRASION
fraying, tears, mould, discolouration, chemical attack or excessive build-up of
dirt. Check the stitching for signs of loosening, pulling or cut thread. Excessive
build-up of dirt may prevent the descent line from pulling through the device.
If damage is apparent do not use. Remove the PRD from service and refer
to Latchways or authorised agent.
s !FTERINSPECTIONCLOSETHEZIPONTHEBACKPACKFULLY
s 5NZIPTHEBACKPANELOFTHEBACKPACKANDINSPECTTHEHARNESSCONNECTORFOR
signs of damage, distortion, corrosion or cracking. Ensure that the fastening bolt
is secure (See Figure 9). If damage is apparent do not use. Remove the PRD
from service and refer to Latchways.
s )NSPECTALLSYSTEMCOMPONENTSANDSUBSYSTEMSACCORDINGTO,ATCHWAYS
instructions.
Figure 9
Personal Rescue Device
User Instruction Manual
UK
WARNING! It is essential for safety that if any part of the PRD is found to be
faulty, or you are in any doubt concerning the safety or condition of the PRD,
it must be removed from service and refer to Latchways or authorised agent.
It may not be used again until confirmed in writing by a competent person
that it is safe to do so.
