OPSIAL FALL PROTECTION HARNAIS LX COMFORT Notice D'utilisation page 61

GB
This guide must be translated by the dealer into the language of the country of use (except if the translation is provided by the manufacturer).
For your safety, comply strictly with the instructions for use, verification, maintenance and storage.
SOGEDESCA cannot be held liable for any direct or indirect accident occurring as a result of use other than provided for in this notice; do not use this equipment beyond
its capabilities! The user is responsible for the risks to which he is exposed. People who do not assume their responsibilities should not use this product. Before using this
equipment, you must read and understand all usage instructions in this guide.
USE AND PRECAUTIONS:
The connector is a piece of personal protection equipment, it should be allocated to a single user (it can only be used by one person at a time).
A connector is used for connecting two or more components of a fall arrest system. Generally, all components have attachment elements, which can facilitate easy
connection to the other component.
A connector can also be used as a fixed termination in a lanyard or energy absorber.
For connector without self-closing and manual locking gate, it is recommended that they should only be used where the user does not have to attach and remove the
connector frequently.
A connector should never be loaded across its gate.
Screw link (class Q) connectors should only be used where connections are infrequent. Screw link connectors are only safe for use when the screw motion gate is fully closed.
Ensure this by tightening them to the last possible point.
The length of connector should be taken into account when used in a fall arrest system.
Avoid situation that may reduce the strength of connector, e.g. connecting to wide strap.
A connector is designed to minimize the risk and the danger of falling from height. However, always remember that no item of PPE can provide full protection and care
must always be taken while carrying out the risk related activity. The anchorage point of the fall arrest system should be situated above the user (R>12kN - EN795:2012).
Product markings should be checked periodically for legibility.
The equipment should be connected to an anchoring point (R>12kN - EN795:2012). Check that work can be carried out so as to limit the pendulum effect, the risk and
height of a fall. For safety reasons before each use, make sure that no obstacle can prevent the device unwinding normally in the event of a fall (free space under the user's
feet).
Before and during use, we recommend that you take every precaution necessary for an eventual safe rescue.
Pay attention to risks which can reduce the performance of your equipment, and therefore the safety of the user, if it is exposed to extreme temperatures
(<-30 ° C or> 50 ° C), prolonged climatic exposure (UV , humidity), to chemical reagents, to electrical conductivity, to trailing or looping of fall arrest system to sharp edges,
abrasion or cuts,.......
This equipment is for the sole use of people trained, skilled and in good health, or under the supervision of a trained and skilled person. Warning! Certain medical
conditions may affect user safety; if in doubt, consult your doctor.
Check the state of the connector before every use: ensure that it is in a serviceable condition and operates correctly (locking/opening); no deformation, no corrosion, no
damage. Product markings must remain legible. In the event of doubt regarding the condition of the device, or after a fall, the lanyard must not be reused, should be
withdrawn from service (marking it with the words "DO NOT USE" is recommended) and must be returned to the manufacturer or to a qualified person appointed by the
manufacturer.
Do not remove, add or replace any component of the connector.
SUITABILITY FOR USE:
The connector must be used as part of a fall arrest system as defined in the product data sheet (EN363) to guarantee that the dynamic force exerted on the user during the
arrest of a fall is maxi 6 kN. A fall arrest harness (EN361) is the only body gripping device that may be used. A harness should be connected to a fall arrest system by EN362
connectors. Attachment points that are not marked A or A/2 must not be used for connecting a fall prevention device. It may be dangerous to create one's own fall arrest
system where each safety function can interfere with another safety function. Read the recommendations on using each component in the system before use.
VERIFICATION PROCEDURE:
The recommended service life of the equipment is unlimited, but it may be increased or reduced according to use and/or the results of the annual inspections.
The equipment should be inspected if there is any doubt, or following a fall, and at least annually, by the manufacturer or a competent person* and in strict compliance with
the manufacturer's periodic inspection procedures to check its strength and therefore the user's safety.
* The duly authorised party to conduct regular checks is a person with knowledge of the current requirements concerning the manufacturer's recommendations and
instructions applicable to the component, sub-system or system to be checked.
The product data sheet should be completed (by writing) after each verification, date of inspection and date of next inspection must be indicated on the data sheet, it is also
recommended to put date of next inspection on the product.
SERVICING AND STORAGE:
(Comply strictly with these instructions)
During transport, keep the connector in its packaging, well away from any cutting surface. Clean it with cotton cloth or soft brush. Do not use any abrasive materialwater.
The metal parts should be wiped with a cloth impregnated with paraffin oil. Never use bleach or detergents. The connector should be stored in its packaging in a warm, dry,
ventilated place, protected from sunlight, heat and chemicals.
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