USER INSTRUCTIONS
LYNX TRIPOD
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4.2 TYPICAL
APPLICATIONS:
The fi gures in this section show confi gurations of optional accessories and typical applications of these
systems.
4.3
USAGE LIMITATIONS:
The following applications limitations must be considered and planned for before using the Lynx Tripod.
4.3.1
PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS:
The Lynx Tripod is designed for use by one person with a combined total weight no greater than 310 lbs (140
kg), including clothing, tools, and other user-borne objects; or in lifting or lowering materials with a combined
total weight of no greater than 620 lbs (280 kg). Persons with muscular, skeletal, or other physical disorders
should consult a physician before using a personal fall arrest system that includes a Lynx Tripod. Pregnant
women and minors must never use these systems. Increasing age and lowered physical fi tness may reduce
a person’s ability to withstand shock loads during fall arrest or prolonged suspension. Consult a physician if
there is any question about physical ability to safely use this product to arrest a fall or suspend.
Fall-Rescue Work Sys-
tem (FRWS) using Side-
Mount Lynx Hoist to lower
material. Worker attached
to Lynx Rescuer for fall
arrest and emergency
retrieval.
FRWS using Lynx Res-
cuer for fall arrest and
emergency retrieval.
FRWS showing Side-Mount Lynx
Hoist to raise and lower worker on
suspension seat. Lynx Rescuer for
fall arrest and emergency retrieval.
F R W S s h o w i n g Ly n x
Rescuer and Y-retrieval
Lanyard used for emer-
gency retrieval.
! WARNING
Do not alter this equipment or intentionally misuse it.
