Kapriol 27961 Instruccion De Uso página 16

PERIODIC INSPECTION
After every 12 months of utilization, personal protective equipment must be withdrawn from use to carry
out periodical detailed inspection. The periodic inspection must be carried out by a competent person for
periodic inspection. The periodic inspection can be carried out also by the manufacturer or his authorized
representative. In case of some types of the complex equipment
e.g. some types of retractable fall arresters the annual inspection can be carried out only by the manu-
facturer or his authorized representative.
During this inspection will be established admissible time of the device use till next manufacturer's
inspection. The result of the inspection must be recorded in Identity Card.
Regular periodic inspections are the essential for equipment maintenance and the safety of the users
which depends upon the continued efficiency and durability of the equipment.
During periodic inspection it is necessary to check the legibility of the equipment marking.
ADMISSIBLE TIME OF USE
The tripod can be used for 5 years counting from a date of putting the tripod into operation. After this
period the tripod must be withdrawn from use to carry out manufacturer's detailed inspection.
The manufacturer's inspection can be carried out by:
• manufacturer
• person recommended by manufacturer
• company recommended by manufacturer.
During this inspection will be established admissible time of tripod use till next manufacturer's inspection
and recorded in Identity Card.
WITHDRAWAL FROM USE
Personal protective equipment must be withdrawn from use immediately when any doubt arise about its
condition for safe use and not used again until confirmed in writing by equipment manufacturer or his
representative after carried out the detailed inspection.
WITHDRAWAL FROM USE AFTER ARRESTING A FALL
Device must be withdrawn from use immediately when it has been used to arrest a fall. After that must
be carried out detailed manufacturer's inspection of the tripod.
The manufacturer's inspection can be carried out by:
• manufacturer
• person recommended by manufacturer
• company recommended by manufacturer.
During this inspection will be established if the tripod can be longer used and will be define the admissi-
ble time of tripod use till next manufacturer's inspection and recorded in Identity Card.
TRANSPORTATION
Personal protective equipment must be transported in the package (e.g.: bag made of moisture-proof
textile or foil bag or cases made of steel or plastic) to protect in against damage or moisture.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
The equipment can be cleaned without causing adverse effect on the materials in the manufacture of the
equipment. For textile products use mild detergents for delicate fabrics, wash by hand or in a machine
and rinse in water. Plastic parts can be cleaned only with water. When the equipment becomes wet,
either from being in use or when due cleaning, it shall be allowed to dry naturally, and shall be kept away
from direct heat. In metallic products some mechanic parts (spring, pin, hinge, tec.) can be regularly
slightly lubricated to ensure better operation. Other maintenance and cleaning procedures should be
adhered to detailed instructions stated in the manual of the equipment.
Personal protective equipment should be stored loosely packed, in a well-ventilated place, protected
from direct light, ultraviolet degradation, damp environment, sharp edges, extreme temperatures and
corrosive or aggressive substances.
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