5.0
INSPECTION
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After equipment has been removed from service, it may not be returned to service until a Competent Person confirms in
writing that it is acceptable to do so.
5.1
INSPEcTION fREQUENcY: The product shall be inspected by the user before each use and, additionally, by a
Competent Person other than the user at intervals of no longer than one year. A higher frequency of equipment use
and harsher conditions may require increasing the frequency of Competent Person inspections. The frequency of these
inspections should be determined by the Competent Person per the specific conditions of the worksite.
5.2
INSPEcTION PROcEDURES: Inspect this product per the procedures listed in the "Inspection and Maintenance Log".
Documentation of each inspection should be maintained by the owner of this equipment. An inspection and maintenance
log should be placed near the product or be otherwise easily accessible to users. It is recommended that the product is
marked with the date of next or last inspection.
5.3
DEfEcTS: If the product cannot be returned to service because of an existing defect or unsafe condition, then the
product must be either destroyed or sent to 3M or a 3M-authorized service center for repair.
5.4
PRODUcT LIfE: The functional life of the product is determined by work conditions and maintenance. As long as the
product passes inspection criteria, it may remain in service.
6.0
MAINTENANCE, SERVICE, and STORAGE
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Equipment that is in need of maintenance or scheduled for maintenance should be tagged "DO NOT USE". These
equipment tags should not be removed until maintenance is performed.
6.1
cLEANING: Periodically clean the Offset Locking Jib Boom's metal components with a soft brush, warm water, and a mild
soap solution. Ensure parts are thoroughly rinsed with clean water.
6.2
SERVIcE: Only 3M or parties authorized in writing by 3M may make repairs to this equipment.
7.0
RFID TAG
7.1
LOcATION: 3M product covered in these user instructions is equipped with a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Tag.
RFID Tags may be used in coordination with an RFID Tag Scanner for recording product inspection results. See Figure 12
for where your RFID Tag is located.
7.2
DISPOSAL: Prior to disposing of this product, remove the RFID Tag and dispose/recycle in accordance with local
regulations. For additional information on how to remove the RFID Tag, please refer to the website link below.
Do not dispose of your product as unsorted municipal waste. The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol indicates that
all EEE (Electrical and Electronic Equipment) must be disposed of according to local law through available return
and collection systems. Please contact your dealer or your local 3M representative for further information.
For more information, please visit our website: http://www.3M.com/FallProtection/RFID
8.0
LABELS and MARKINGS
8.1
LAbELS: Figure 13 illustrates labels on the Offset Locking Jib Boom. Labels must be replaced if they are not fully legible
or if they are not present on the system. Information provided on each label is as follows:
A
1) Warning Statement - Read all instructions.
B
1) Maximum Capacity
1) Company Logo
2) Serial Number
3) Manufactured (Year/Month)
C
4) Lot Number
5) Model Number
6) Length (ft./m)
1) Applicable Standard
D
2) Read all instructions.
E
1) RFID Tag Statement
F
1) Company Logo
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