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PRODUCT APPLICATION
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PURPOSE: The Connected Order Picker System is designed to provide workers with real-time feedback on anchor status
and to prevent the fall of the user through use of this feedback system alongside a Self-Retracting Device (SRD). When
used properly, the Connected Order Picker System is designed to eliminate or substantially reduce the risk of a fall
which would otherwise lead to injury or death. The Connected Order Picker System is designed for vehicles meeting the
requirements listed in Table 1.
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The Connected Order Picker System is intended for use in Fall Arrest
any component of the Connected Order Picker System for any other purpose or outside the system.
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STANDARDS: Your Connected Order Picker System conforms to the national or regional standard(s) identified on the
front cover of these instructions. If this product is resold outside the original country of destination, the re-seller must
provide these instructions in the language of the country in which the product will be used.
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TRAINING: This system must be installed and used by persons trained in its correct application. This manual is to
be used as part of an employee training program as required by ANSI and OSHA, and/or regional regulations. It is the
responsibility of the users and installers of this equipment to ensure they are familiar with these instructions, trained in
the correct care and use of this equipment, and are aware of the operating characteristics, application limitations, and
consequences of improper use of this equipment.
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LIMITATIONS: Always consider the following limitations when installing or using this equipment:
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Capacity: The Connected Order Picker System is for use by one person with a combined weight (clothing, tools, etc.)
meeting the capacity requirements specified in Table 1 for your standard(s). Ensure all of the components in your
system are rated to a capacity appropriate to your application.
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Anchorage: Order picker vehicles used for anchorage of the SRD must meet the requirements specified in Table 1. When
more than one fall arrest system is attached to an anchorage, the strengths set forth in Table 1 shall be multiplied by
the number of systems attached to the anchorage.
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From OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.140: Anchorages used for attachment of personal fall arrest systems shall be
independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms, and capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs.
per user attached, or be designed, installed, and used as part of a complete personal fall arrest systems which maintains
a safety factor of at least two, and is under the supervision of a Qualified Person.
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Locking Speed: Situations which do not allow for an unobstructed fall path should be avoided. Working in confined
or cramped spaces may not allow the body to reach sufficient speed to cause the SRD of the Connected Order Picker
System to lock if a fall occurs. A clear path is required to assure positive locking of the SRD.
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Free Fall: Properly using an SRD in overhead applications will minimize free fall distance. To prevent an increased free fall
distance, follow the instructions below:
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Never clamp, knot, or otherwise prevent the lifeline from retracting or staying taut.
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Avoid any slack in the lifeline of the SRD.
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Do not work above the level of your anchorage.
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Do not lengthen SRDs by connecting a lanyard or similar component without consulting 3M.
For product-specific information relating to free fall and fall clearance values, refer to Table 1 of this instruction.
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Swing Falls: Swing Falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly above the point where a fall occurs. The
force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury (see Figure 3A). Minimize swing falls by working as
directly below the anchorage point as possible (Figure 3B). The greater the Maximum Work Radius (W) of the user,
the larger the necessary Fall Clearance (FC) will be (Figure 3C).
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Fall Clearance: Figure 3B illustrates Fall Clearance Calculation. Fall Clearance (FC) is the sum of Free Fall (FF),
Deceleration Distance (DD) and a Safety Factor (SF): FC = FF + DD + SF. D-Ring Slide and Harness Stretch are included in
the Safety Factor. Fall Clearance values have been calculated and are charted in Figure 4. A Safety Factor of 1 m (3.28 ft)
was used for all values in Figure 4.
For falls from a standing position where the SRD is anchored directly overhead (Figure 3B), SRD Fall Arrest Systems
should have the minimum Fall Clearances specified in Table 1. Falls from a kneeling or crouching position will require
an additional 1 m (3 ft) of Fall Clearance. In a swing fall situation (Figure 3C), the total vertical fall distance will be
greater than if the user had fallen directly below the anchorage point and may require additional Fall Clearance. Figure
4 and the accompanying table define the Maximum Work Radius (C) for various SRD Anchorage Heights (A) and Fall
Clearances (B). The Recommended Work Zone is limited to the area located within the Maximum Work Radius.
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Hazards: Use of this equipment in areas where surrounding hazards exist may require additional precautions to reduce the
possibility of injury to the user or damage to the equipment. Hazards may include, but are not limited to: high heat, caustic
chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage power lines, explosive or toxic gases, moving machinery, or overhead materials
that may fall and contact the user or fall arrest system. Avoid working where the lifeline of the SRD may cross or tangle with that
of another worker. Avoid working where an object may fall and strike the lifeline, resulting in loss of balance or damage to the
lifeline. Do not allow the lifeline to pass under arms or between legs.
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Sharp Edges: Avoid using this equipment where the lifeline will be in contact with, or scrape against, unprotected
sharp edges and abrasive surfaces. Where contact with a sharp edge or abrasive surface is unavoidable, cover the edge
or surface with a protective material.
1 Fall Arrest System:
A collection of Fall Protection Equipment configured to arrest a free fall. Protects the user in the event of a fall. Free
fall is permitted up to the limits allowed by the connecting device (either an Energy Absorbing Lanyard or Self-Retracting Device (SRD)).
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applications only. Do not attempt to use
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