3M DBI‑SALA 8562894 Manual De Usuario página 9

5.0 INSPECTION
5.1 BEFORE EACH INSTALLATION: Inspect the counterweight components, and other system components
according to these or other manufacturer's instructions. System components must be formally inspected by a
qualified person (other than the user) at least annually. Formal inspections should concentrate on visible signs
of deterioration or damage to the system components. Items found to be defective must be replaced. Do not
use components if inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition. Record results of each inspection in the
inspection and maintenance log.
IMPORTANT: If this equipment has been subjected to forces resulting from the arrest of a fall, it must be
immediately removed from service and destroyed or returned to DBI‑SALA for possible repair. See Section 5.2.
5.2 INSPECTION STEPS:
Step 1. Make sure the counterweights will lay flat on the base.
Step 2. Make sure that quick release pins will remain secure when inserted in the pin holes.
Step 3. Make sure that the clamp screws are securely tightened.
Step 4. Make sure that there are no damaged parts or hardware and there are none that are obviously
damaged or missing.
Step 5. Check for bent, damaged, missing or corroded components.
Step 6. Make sure the correct mount of counterweight has been applied in accordance with Figure 5.
5.3 If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, remove the unit from service and destroy, or contact
3M Fall Protection for possible repair.
5.4 USER EQUIPMENT: Inspect each system component or subsystem (i.e. SRL, full body harness, lanyard,
lifeline, etc.) per associated manufacturer's instructions. Refer to manufacturer's instruction supplied with each
system component for inspection procedures.
6.0 MAINTENANCE, SERVICE, STORAGE
6.1 The Counterweight Base components require no scheduled maintenance, other than repair or replacement of
items found defective during inspection; see Section 5.0. If components become heavily soiled with grease, paint,
or other substances, clean with appropriate cleaning solutions. Do not use caustic chemicals that could damage
system components.
IMPORTANT: Extreme working conditions (harsh environments, prolonged use) may require increasing the
frequency of inspections.
7.0 SPECIFICATIONS
MATERIALS:
Base: All welded aluminum and plated steel components.
Counterweight Base Weight (without counterweights): Model 8564496 (uses leveling jacks) 192 lbs
(87.1 kg); Model 8562894 (uses leg support posts with quick release pins) 199 lbs (90.2 kg) (See Figure 4).
Counterweights: Galvanized cast iron, 44 lbs. (20 kg.) or 50 lbs (22 .5 Kg) each.
8.0 TERMINOLOGY
AUTHORIZED PERSON: A person assigned by the employer to perform duties at a location where the person will
be exposed to a fall hazard (otherwise referred to as "user" for the purpose of these instructions).
RESCUER: Person or persons other than the rescue subject acting to perform an assisted rescue by operation of a
rescue system.
CERTIFIED ANCHORAGE: An anchorage for fall arrest, positioning, restraint, or rescue systems that a qualified
person certifies to be capable of supporting the potential fall forces that could be encountered during a fall.
QUALIFIED PERSON: A person with a recognized degree or professional certificate and with extensive
knowledge, training, and experience in the fall protection and rescue field who is capable of designing, analyzing,
evaluating and specifying fall protection and rescue systems to the extent required by this standard.
COMPETENT PERSON: One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings
or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to
take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.
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