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1.
GENERAL WARNING
1.1.
Use for intended purpose only
The SUBITO seat (referred to as « equipment » in this
manual) is a one-man suspended work seat used for
temporary work purposes such as inspection, mainte-
nance and cleaning at height.
1.2.
General safety instructions
Only authorised operators, correctly trained and
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physically fit, can use the equipment. Unauthorised
persons must not be permitted to use the equip-
ment.
Before setup and use, to ensure safe and efficient
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use of the equipment, make sure you have care-
fully read and understood the information contai-
ned in this manual and in the user manuals for the
SCAFOR™ hoist and the BLOCFOR™ fall arrest
device. Moreover, before using the TSS, read all
the labels fixed to the equipment.
This manual must be kept in good condition until
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the equipment is finally put out of service. This
manual must be passed on to all persons who will
be using the equipment.
Where necessary, new labels must be obtained to
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replace missing or damaged labels before using
the equipment. Replacement labels and manuals
can be supplied on request.
The employer must apply all the safety regulations
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relating to the assembly, use, maintenance and
technical checks on the equipment. The employer
must give the appropriate instructions to the opera-
tors and check their competence.
The equipment does not have an emergency
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descent system in the event of an operator discom-
fort when on the seat. The employer must set up
a rescue plan to allow evacuation of the operator
from the work seat if necessary.
A competent person must verify the complete TSS
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on site before using it.
Never use the equipment or an accessory (wire
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ropes, suspensions, etc.) which is not in good
working condition. Continuous monitoring of the
condition of the equipment by a competent person
is an important safety consideration. Maintenance
not covered by this manual must be carried out by
the manufacturer or an approved repairer.
Pay special attention to the suspension. Make sure
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it corresponds to the applicable standards and
recommendations.
Standard EN 1808 recommends a safety coeffi-
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cient of 3 both as concerns anchor points and the
stability of temporary beams.
The structure must be tested when commissio-
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ned (per EN 1808) ; a coefficient of 1.25 must be
applied to the nominal load for the static tests and
a coefficient of 1.1 must be applied to the nominal
load for the dynamic tests.
Never use the equipment for applications other
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than those described in this manual. The manu-
facturer cannot guarantee the equipment for confi-
gurations not covered by this manual. For special
applications, please consult the manufacturer or a
specialised technical engineer, before proceeding
with assembly of the equipment.
Never use the equipment beyond its load limits as
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defined in this manual and particularly the rated
capacity indicated on the load plate.
The safety instructions are set out assuming that
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the operators access the platform from the ground.
Beyond the instructions in this manual, the ma-
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nufacturer declines any responsibility for the
consequences of dismantling the hoists or for any
modification outside its control. Specially excluded
is the replacement of original parts by parts of
another manufacturer.
The lifting height is up to 20 m although, using a
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larger model of retractable lifeline (BLOCFOR B30)
the height may be increased to 30 m. The length of
lifting wire rope and the capacity of fall arrest de-
vice must be appropriate for the suspension height.
In some countries of the European Union, an ins-
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tallation check by a notified body is required before
operation on a new site.
If the equipment described in this manual is sup-
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plied to an employed person, check that you meet
your obligations with respect to national safety at
work regulations, particularly with regard to checks
and test before use.
Warning
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