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SERIES 600/700 - USE MODES
MODE 1
DEVICE POSITIONED
ON THE ANCHOR POINT
MODE 2
DEVICE POSITIONED
ON THE HARNESS
ENGLISH
The instruction manual for this device consists of a general and specific instructions,
both must be carefully read and understood before use. Attention! This leafleat shows
the specific instruction only.
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS EN 360.
Any activity carried out at a height of more than two metres requires the use of Per-
sonal Protection Equipment (PPE) as a protection against the risk of a fall. Before ac-
cessing the work station, all the risk factors must be evaluated (environmental, con-
comitant, consequential).
0) FIELD OF APPLICATION.
EN 360:2002 - Personal protective equipment against falls from height / Retractable
type fall arresters. Attention! This device is for vertical use. Attention! The device
should only be used by trained and/or competent persons or by persons placed under
the direct supervision of a trained and/or competent person.
1) NOMENCLATURE.
Device parts (Fig. 1): A) Upper connector; B) Swivel; C) Upper attachment point; D)
Screws and nuts; E) PA casing; F) Label (front / back); G) Integrated line built with a gal-
vanized steel cable Ø 4 mm (Ref. No. 8G107) or Ø 5 mm (Ref. No. 8G110-8G115-
8G210-8G215); H) Integrated line built with Dyneema webbing (PE) of 15 mm; I)
Textile energy absorber; L) Crimp; M) Lower attachment point; N) Swivel with fall indi-
cator; O) Lower connector; P) Lower connector equipped with swivel with fall indicator.
Attention! During the use of the device, at least one swivel connection, placed on the
upper or lower attachment point, is necessary.
2) MARKING. The following indications are reported on the label (Fig. 2): 1) Product
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EN 360 / EXAMPLE OF USE
6.1
6.2
name; 2) Number of the EN standard of reference; 3) Length of the integrated line in
m; 4) Device for vertical use; 5) Logo that advises the user to read the instructions ca-
refully before use; 6) CE marking; 7) 0333 - Number of the notified body responsible
for the control of the manufacturing; 8) Individual serial number; 9) Manufactured in
Europe; 10) Name of the manufacturer or person responsible for placing the product
on the market; 11) Pictograms with general warnings. General warnings (Fig. 5): 5.1A)
Maximum permissible load 100 kg; 5.1B) Maximum permissible load 136 kg (Ref. No.
8G205-8G210-8G215); 5.2) Permissible thermometric range; 5.3) Maximum per-
missible angle; 5.4) Do not perform repairs; 5.5) Check the integrity of the device be-
fore use; 5.6) Check that the line recoils correctly; 5.7) Test the locking action by pul-
ling the line; 5.8) Connect the device only to EN 795 anchor points; 5.9) Connect to
an EN 361 fall arrest attachment point; 5.10) Verify the minimum distance needed un-
der the feet of the operator (X); 5.11) Be careful of the pendulum effect; 5.12) Be care-
ful of sharp edges. 5.13) Check that the swivel cannot move so far as to cover the gre-
en ring (fall indicator activated).
3) TRACEABILITY (Fig. 4). The device includes an individual serial number (AAAA-MM-
YYYY) composed by progressive number (AAAA), month of manufacture (MM) and year
of manufacture (YYYY).
4) CHECK LIST. Before and after each use carry out the following inspection: 1) Make
sure the attachment points don't show any distortions, rust or wear. 2) Visually inspect
the outer shell for cracks, deformations, burns or signs of corrosion. 3) Check that all
the screws and nuts are in place and properly tightened. 4) Check the good condition
of the mechanical splicing's. 5) Make sure the connectors lock properly and the levers
move freely and efficiently. 6) Check the fall indicator. Attention! Do not use the devi-
ce with the fall indicator activated (Fig. 5.13)! 7) Pull out the line to the available length
to ensure that it pays out and recoils smoothly. Check for signs of abrasion or damage.
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