Use Of The Equipment - Ridgegear Rga30 Bedienungsanleitung

TABLE KEY #1.1 #1.2 :
Model
1 - Lanyard type: C = Steel cable; D = Dyneema strap; E = Polyester
strap; SA = Energy absorber with a polyamide and polyester tear strap.
2 - Lanyard length in metres : Minimum and maximum length of each
model.
3 - Lanyard cross-section: Diameter of the cable or width of the strap
in mm.
4 - Housing material: P = Plastic; S = Steel; AL = Aluminium.
5 - Fall indicator :
T1 = Fall indicator integrated to the connector.
T2 = Fall indicator integrated to the end of the lanyard.
6 - Swivel hook :
E1 = Optional swivel hook on connector.
E2 = Swivel hook on daisy chain connector.
E3 = Swivel hook on securing ring.
E4 = Swivel hook on connector and securing ring.
7 - Capacity (kg/lb) : Maximum weight of the equipped user.
8 - Clearance (m) Vertical: Required distance from the ground in
metres below the user's feet.
9 - Horizontal use : YES or NO. If so, refer to Horizontal use specific
paragraph.
10 - Horizontal minimum clearance (m) : Required distance from the
ground below the user's feet in the specific case of horizontal use.
11 - Integrated rescue : Retractable type fall arrester with integrated
rescue system. If so, refer to specific paragraphs.
12 - Use of factor 2: YES or NO.
13 - Clearance for use of factor 2 (m): Floor clearance required under
the user's feet especially when using factor 2.
14 - Normative references : References to the standards and technical
specifications used.
15 - Use in inverted position: YES or NO. If so, the SRL block can be
connected directly to a fall arrest point on the harness.
FALL ARRESTER MARKING #2 :
a - Ref: product reference.
b - Manufacturer's identifier.
c - S/N: Serial number (Manufacturing date – Manufacturing batch)
d - Bar code.
e - Product standard.
f - Contact address.
g - Date of manufacture.
h - Expiry date (only for retractable fall arresters with a Dyneema
webbing lanyard cf. #1-1 = D and #1-1 = E).
i - Cable/webbing length.
PICTOGRAMS OF USEV #3 :
1 - Pre-use visual inspection.
2 - Do not release the lanyard. Ensure that the lanyard is secure before
use.
3 - Use the authorised anchor on the fall arrester harness.
4.A - Maximum weight authorized at 100 kg.
4.B - Maximum weight authorized at 140 kg.
5 - Usable anchor point.
6 - Restrict the pendulum e ect.
7 - Do not use above movable materials.
8 - Do not load the cable reel on an edge.
9.A - Horizontal use tested.
9.B - Do not employ for a horizontal use – Use only vertically.
10 - Do not modify the device.
11 - Temperature of use.
12 - Store in a protected area.
13 - Dated label.
14 - CE Marking / Notified body no.
15 - Follow the instructions for use.
16 - Tested in configuration factor 2
WARNING :
- Medical Conditions.
Given the fall hazards associated with work at height, it is necessary
to remind that only people in good health and physical condition can
participate. Work at height requires concentration, thus are excluded
people subject to vertigo, agoraphobia, under medication including
tranquillizers, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
If any doubt, consult your GP before working on height.
In the event of a fall, it is important to keep your self-control, not to
panic so as to limit as much as possible harmful issues, and to avoid
further accident.
- Training and competence.
This device must be used by a competent and trained person, or under
the direct visual control of a competent person aware and capable to
take care of the user's safety. It is compulsory to know and follow the
instructions of this manual.
- Rescue plan.
Before operation, a rescue plan must be in place in case of emergency.
A person subject to fall hazards must not remain alone. People around
must be able to rescue him without delay and without further accident.
It is recommended to have an extra fall arrester in perfect serviceable
condition in case of emergency.
DESCRIPTION :
This self-retracting fall arrester complies with the EN 360:2002
standard.
This device is meant to arrest accidental falls of an individual with its
instantaneous locking function. It is equipped with an internal energy
dissipation system that makes it safer and more comfortable to use.
This fall arrester is made up of a casing that protects the mechanism,
an anchor point, a self-retracting lanyard equipped with an automatic
locking connector EN 362, and an identification plate that also serves as
a reminder for the proper use of the device.
This fall arrester allows an individual to work safely in any type of activity
at heights, i.e. on roofs, sca olding, vertical structures, etc. where there
is a risk of falling.
The maximum weight of the user indicated in the device characteristics
(including the user's equipment) must not be exceeded (#1-7).

USE OF THE EQUIPMENT :

- The device must be used for the only purpose it is intended for. It is
forbidden to modify it or use it for any other purpose.
- This device is personal equipment. It is limited to one person and must
be individually assigned so as to ensure good care is taken of it.
- It is compulsory to check the suitability of the associated items that
make the safety fall arrest system: full body harness, connectors...
- Only items complying with European standards can be used. - Beware
of any incompatibility between di erent components which could be
dangerous for the user. Be particularly cautious when any components
in the system are not totally rigid, because the locked mechanism can be
unlocked by a bounce.
- Before each use make a visual inspection (#3.1) of all the components
of the fall arrest system : fall arrester, webbing, connectors, full body
harness.
• Condition of the anchor element.
• Condition of the housing and its assembly: no deformations, no cracks,
no traces of major impacts, screw tightened.
• Lanyard condition: no cuts or fraying, no traces of chemical attack, no
deformation.
• Condition of the automatic connector: ensure that it locks properly,
that there is no deformation or corrosion, and that the fall indicator is
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