MSA Latchways GTFA Instrucciones Para El Usuario página 9

the device along until the gap has been cleared. Next tighten up
the thimble on the entry gate to secure the system. Figure 8.
1. Technician: a person, other than the User, who is trained by MSA Latchways
to examine, repair and recertify Latchways Vertical GTFAs, in accordance with
MSA's instructions.
2. Competent person: a person, other than the User, competent in the examination
of PPE in accordance with MSA's instructions.
*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.
A declaration of conformity may be downloaded at
http://s7d9.scene7.com/is/content/minesafetyappliances/DofCLatchwaysGTFA
Table 2 Pre use checks
1. Check the condition of the linkage, ensure the linkage is not deformed.
2. Check that the starwheels spin freely and true on the axle.
3. Ensure that the release catch functions correctly, releasing the
starwheel only when depressed and allowing it to return to its original
position.
4. Invert the device and press the release catch check to see if the
starwheel is still locked and cannot be pulled away from the body.
5. Check the cam moves freely.
6. Signs of corrosion, wear, deformation or other defects to the device.
7. Check the condition of the karabiner to ensure the gate locking
mechanism works correctly.
8. Check that all plastic components are present, (Starwheel buffer and
Slipper pad) and are not damaged.
9. Check the product label, all regulatory information (serial no, date of
manufacture etc) shall be clearly legible.
10. Ensure the Latchways Vertical GTFA is within its service date.
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