User Manual
V1.0 2017 Copyright SAFEWAZE ™
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Using a connector that is undersized or irregular in shape (1) to connect a snap hook
or carabiner could allow the connector to force open the gate of the snap hook or
carabiner. When force is applied, the gate of the hook or carabiner presses against
the non-compliant part (2) and forces open the gate (3). This allows the snap hook or
carabiner to disengage (4) from the connection point.
MAKING CONNECTIONS
Snap hooks and carabiners used with this equipment must be double locking and/
or twist lock. Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape and strength. Do
not use equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all connectors are fully closed and
locked.
SAFEWAZE™ connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used
only as specified in each product’s user’s instructions. See figure 4
for examples of
inappropriate connections. Do not connect snap hooks and carabiners:
• To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.
•
In a manner that would result in a load on the gate (with the exception of tie back
hooks).
• NOTE: Large snap hooks must not be connected to objects which will result in a
load on the gate if the hook twists or rotates, unless the snap hook complies with
ANSI Z359.1-2007 or ANSI Z359.12 and is equipped with a 3,600 lb (16 kN) gate.
Check the marking on your snap hook to verify its compatibility.
NOTE:
Large throat snap hooks must not be connected to standard size D-rings or
similar objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook or D-ring twists or
rotates, unless the snap hook complies with ANSI Z359.1-2007 or ANSI Z359.12 and is
equipped with a 3,600 lb (16 kN) gate. Check the marking on your snap hook to verify
that it is appropriate for your application.
• In a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or
carabiner catch on the anchor, and without visual confirmation seems to be fully
engaged to the anchor point.
• To each other.
•
By wrapping the web lifeline around an anchor and securing to lifeline except as
allowed for Tie Back models.
• To any object which is shaped or sized in a way that the snap hook or carabiner will
not close and lock, or that roll-out could occur.
• In a manner that does not allow the connector to align properly while under load.
