MSA Personal Rescue Device Bedienungsanleitung Seite 3

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MSA PRD certificate of conformity
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within these user instructions
is both accurate and current. As part of MSA's continuous improvement programme changes may
be made to the product after the publication date. Therefore, occasionally, the product and these
instructions may slightly differ.
A declaration of conformity may be downloaded at MSAsafety.com/DoC
Warranty details
MSA warrants the MSA PRD, excluding auxiliary components, against defects in materials and
workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase by the consumer. MSA does
not warrant against normal wear and tear, nor damage caused by accident or abuse. If a claim
is submitted under warranty, MSA will either repair, replace or refund the MSA PRD at MSA
discretion. Warranty benefits are in addition to any statutory rights provided under local consumer
legislation. Full terms and conditions can be found at
MSAsafety.com/warranty.
Date of first use*:
(page 2) The date the unit is removed from the packaging.
Periodic examination log (page 224)
To be completed by a Competent person at least every 12 months from the date of first use* and
retained. Periodic examinations are an important element for maintaining product safety and shall
be completed in accordance with MSA instructions. MSA PRD's scheduled for examination shall
be withdrawn from service.
A
See completed example below for guidance.
1 2 3
Inspected by
Date Signature
(block capitals)
21 10 15 D. HEARSON
dd / mm / yy
*Date of first use shall be administratively provable. Where the date of first use is unknown, then the next previous
administratively provable date shall be used, e.g. date of purchase or date of manufacture.
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Examination completed/ Date of next
comments examination
PASSED 21 10 16
✓
dd / mm / yy
✓
WARNING
• Do not alter this equipment or intentionally misuse it. Do not
use Personal Rescue Device (MSA PRD ) for purposes
® ®
other than those for which it was designed.
• Do not use combinations of components or subsystems, or
both, which may affect or interfere with the safe function of
each other.
• The MSA PRD shall not come into contact with chemicals,
high heat, severe cold or other harsh environments which
may produce a harmful effect, consult the manufacturer in
cases of doubt.
MSA PRD label product markings
B
Descent device label (see page 220/221)
C
Backpack label (see page 221)
D
Harness label (see page 221)
Model Serial number
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Manufacturer Notified body
2
10
Applicable standards
Next examination date
3
11
Read the manual
4 Date of manufacture
12
Max descent height
5 Part number
13
User weight
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Designated attachment
14
point (Figure 17)
Operating temperature
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Operating instructions Size
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Operating instructions:
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1. Check before each use and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Check the ground below is clear of obstructions and sharp edges and a safe landing is possible.
3. Open flap on right shoulder.
4. Pull cord sharply.
5. Bend knees and prepare for landing.
MSA PRD user instructions
The User shall read and understand the user instructions before use and shall follow the user
instructions when using the equipment. These instuctions and corresponding inspection
records shall be retained for future reference and should be used as part of an employee
training programme.
It is essential for the safety of the user that if the MSA PRD is resold outside the original country
of destination, the reseller shall provide instructions for use, maintenance, periodic examination
and repair in the language of the country in which the device will be used.
Before use it shall be ensured that the serial number of the harness and the descent device
match those listed on the certificate of conformity and equipment record sheet.
• Avoid using the MSA PRD adjacent to moving machinery or
electrical hazards.
• The MSA PRD shall be protected from sharp edges and
abrasive surfaces.
• Avoid descending into electrical, thermal or chemical sources
or other hazards.
• No repairs, modifications or alterations are to be carried out
on the MSA PRD.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal
injury or death.
Do not use
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Latest disposal date
17
Harness materials
18
Examine at least annually
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No modifications or repairs
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For single user
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For single descent
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