the shoulder straps (1) – (fig. 6),
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e) - put the loops in the correct position (12) in order to
hold the exceeding sling.
Important:
- before using the harness, find a completely safe position
and carry out movements and suspension tests on each
attachment point to make sure the harness is of the right
size, adjusted properly and comfortable for your intended
use,
- regularly check the closure of the buckles when in use.
8.2 - USE IN A FALL ARRESt SYStEM (EN 361)
Important: a harness is only a component of a fall arrest
system, therefore it shall be connected to other devices
(i.e. energy absorber, ropes, etc.) in order to obtain a
fall arrest system conform to EN 363 norm. Attention:
sternal attachment point (6) - marked with A - is the
only component which is suitable for this purpose.
Example of correct use with connection on the sternal
attachment point (6) – (fig. 7).
8.3
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USE
IN
WORKING
REStRAINt (EN 358)
Ventral (7) and (8) back attachment points are suitable
for holding the user in the working position (work under
tension) and for avoiding the user to reach a dangerous
position (fig. 8-9).
Attention:
- check if the anchor point is conform to EN 795 norm and
always arrange it to remain above the user waistline,
- check/adjust the length of the lanyard so that it is always
taught or with a maximum slack of 0.6 meters (fig. 10).
POSItIONING
AND
8.4 - USE IN ROPE ACCESS (EN 813)
The ventral attachment point (7) is suitable for rope
progression (fig. 11).
Examples of correct connections with other devices (fig.
12) and how to tie on (fig. 15).
8.5 - USE IN MOUNtAINEERING INCLUDING ROCK
CLIMBING (EN12277)
The sternal (6) and ventral (7) attachment points are
suited to use for mountaineering including rock climbing
(figs. 13 and 14).
Tie on to the attachment points with a figure-of-eight knot
(fig. 15).
Warning: death danger! tying on with one connector
is forbidden! (fig. 16A).
Even if strongly unadvisable, it is possible to tie on with
two screw locking connectors (conforming to EN 362
norm) counter positioned as shown in fig. 16B.
9 - PRE AND POSt USE CONtROLS
Control and make sure that:
- textile parts do not show any signs of tear, burns, chemical
residues, excessive fluff, wear. Pay special attention to the
areas that contact metal parts (buckles, rings, etc.),
- stitchings are undamaged and that there are no cut or
loosen threads,
- buckles work properly (locking, adjustment and locking)
and show no signs of cracks, corrosion and mechanical
deformation. Wear is acceptable as long as it is just
aesthetic.
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