Inspection & Maintenance - EDELRID ALF Manual Del Usuario

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RETRACTABLE TYPE FALL ARRESTERS
ACCORDING TO EN 360
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Do not use this product without having read careful­
ly and understood these general instructions for use.
For complete information the user shall also read
and understand the SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS for
the actual products.
Activities involving the use of this type of equipment
are inherently dangerous. The diagrams illustrate
only some of the possible correct and incorrect
methods of use. It is impossible to cover every even­
tuality relating to the use of this equipment. This
equipment should not be used by persons with a
medical condition(s) that may affect the safety of the
user. This equipment should only be used by a com­
petent person or a person specifically trained in its
use who is under the direct supervision of a compe­
tent person. If unsure, seek professional training
from a fully qualified and competent instructor prior
to engaging in any activity. You are responsible for
your own actions. These instructions do not replace
the need for professional training.
GENERAL
ISC equipment and components for prevention of
falls from height meet or exceed recognised Europe­
an, American or other International standards. It is
the users' responsibility to read and understand
these instructions before use. If this product is sold
outside of the original country of sale, it is the
re seller's responsibility to supply this document in
the language of re­sale. It is mandatory that a Risk
Assessment be carried out prior to any use and a
res cue plan be in place for any work at height. Al ways
ensure that all components within a safety system
are compatible and allow the system to function
safely. It is recommended that the viability of any
installation should be verified by a suitably qualified
person. If there is any doubt about the compatibility
of the products you have chosen please consult the
manufacturer. Do not exceed loads either specified
by the manufacturer or loads derived from the spec­
ified MBS using a recognised factor of safety. Do not
modify or alter this device in any way.
USE REQUIREMENTS
It is the user's responsibility to ensure understanding
of the correct safe use of this equipment, to use it
only for the purposes for which it is designed, and to
practise all proper safety procedures. Extreme care
should be taken when using this product near harm­
ful chemicals, moving machinery, electrical hazards
or near sharp edges and abrasive surfaces. Wet and
icy conditions may cause rope to become slippery.
The manufacturer or distributor will not be held res­
ponsible for the eventual damages, injuries or death
resulting from an improper use of this equipment.
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE
Immediately before, during and after use make visual
inspections of the product to ensure that it is in a
serviceable condition and is operating correctly. In
addition to the basic visual inspections conducted
by the user, the product must be examined annually,
or more frequently depending on local legislation or
intensity of use, by the manufacturer or a competent
person authorised by the manufacturer. Other
things, such as, extreme temperatures, humidity, the