DBI SALA Flexiguard 8530595, User Instruction Manual

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CaUtIon:

Personnel shall not be attached to the Flexiguard SafRig Fall Arrest System while it is being positioned.

2.  cONFIGure uPrIGHt AssemBLy rOtAtION:

 The Upright Assembly can be locked at 11° rotation increments with 

the Rotation Lock Pin Mechanism or allowed to rotate through a range defined by two Rotation Limiters. 

A. NO rOtAtION:

 (See Figure 11-A) Rotate the Boom to the desired position and then insert the Rotation Lock Pin 

through the inside Pin Hole and aligned hole in the Rotation Plate to prevent the Jib Boom from rotating. 

B. rOtAtION rANGe:

 (See Figure 11-B) Insert the Rotation Lock Pin through the outside Pin Hole and then install 

Rotation Limiters on each side of the Lock Pin: Remove the Rotation Limiters from their storage positions on the 

Jib Boom. Insert the Rotation Limiter mounting pegs through the desired holes in the Rotation Plate to define the 

rotation range. 

CaUtIon: 

The Flexiguard SafRig Fall Arrest System may be used without the Rotation Lock Pin inserted, allowing 360° rotation; 

but can cause increased swing fall in multiple directions in the event of a fall.

3.8

rescue AND retrIeVAL

: 

Figure 13 illustrates installation of a winch system to add rescue and retrieval capability. 

4.0 Use

WarnInG: 

Consult your doctor if there is any reason to doubt your fitness to safely absorb the shock from a fall arrest or suspension. 

Age and fitness seriously affect a worker’s ability to withstand falls. Pregnant women or minors must not use DBI-SALA equipment unless 

in an emergency situation.

WarnInG: 

Never exceed the Capacity maximums specified in Table 1. Exceeding the stated capacity could collapse or tip the system, 

resulting in serious injury or death.

4.1

BeFOre eAcH use: 

Verify that your work area and Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) meet all criteria defined in 

Section 2 and a formal Rescue Plan is in place. Inspect the Flexiguard SafRig Fall Arrest System per the ‘User’ inspection 

points defined on the “Inspection and Maintenance Log” (Table 2). If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, 

do not use the SafRig Fall Arrest System. Remove the system from service and contact Capital Safety regarding 

replacement or repair.

saFe WorK area: 

Figure 6 illustrates the Safe Work Area for the Flexiguard SafRig Fall Arrest System. The black area in the table 

in Figure 6 designates unsafe working distances where the difference between the Vertical Fall Distance (F) and the Vertical Distance 

from the Anchorage Connection Point (V) is more than 4 ft. (1.2 m). NEVER work at a Horizontal Distance (H) and Vertical Distance (V) 

that results in a calculated Vertical Fall Distance (F) that exceeds the values in the black area in the table in Figure 6.

4.2

FALL Arrest cONNectIONs:

 Figure 12 illustrates application of the Flexiguard SafRig Fall Arrest System and its Fall 

Arrest Connections. The system must always be used with a Full Body Harness and Fall Arrest subsystem.

WarnInG: 

When transferring between SRLs, always maintain 100% tie-off to ensure fall arrest protection in the event of a fall.

Important: 

No more than one person, meeting the Capacity requirements specified in Table 1, shall be attached to the Flexiguard 

SafRig Fall Arrest System.

WarnInG: 

Inappropriate or incompatible connections between components of the Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) may result in 

serious injury or death. See Section 2 for details regarding connector compatibility and safe connections.

4.3

OPtIONAL rescue AND retrIeVAL KIt

: 

Section 3.4 and Figure 13 describe installation of a winch and cable to 

add rescue and retrieval capability to the SafRig system. 

5.0 InspeCtIon

5.1 

INsPectION FrequeNcy:

 The Flexiguard

 System must be inspected at the intervals defined in Section 1. Inspection 

procedures are described in the 

“Inspection and Maintenance Log” (Table 2)

. Inspect all other components of the Fall 

Protection System per the frequencies and procedures defined in the manufacturer’s instructions.

5.2 DeFects:

 If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, remove the Jib Boom Assembly from service 

immediately and contact Capital Safety regarding replacement or repair. Do not attempt to repair the Jib Boom Assembly.

Important:

 Only Capital Safety or parties authorized in writing by Capital Safety may make repairs to this equipment.

5.3 

PrODuct LIFe:

 The functional life of the System is determined by work conditions and maintenance. As long as the 

product passes inspection criteria, it may remain in service.

6.0  maIntenanCe, serVICInG, storaGe

6.1 cLeANING:

 Periodically clean The System with a soft brush, warm water, and a mild soap solution. Ensure parts are 

thoroughly rinsed with clean water.

Important:

 Although highly resistant to chemicals and environmental conditions, avoid contaminating the Flexiguard Anchorage 

System with acids, bitumen, cement, paint, cleaning fluids, etc. If the equipment contacts acids or other caustic chemicals, remove from 

service and wash with water and a mild soap solution. Inspect per Table 2 before returning to service.

6.2 serVIce:

 Only Capital Safety or parties authorized in writing by Capital Safety may make repairs to this equipment.  

If the anchor has been subject to fall force or inspection reveals an unsafe or defective conditions, remove the anchor 

from service and contact Capital Safety regarding replacement or repair.

6.3 stOrAGe:

 When not in use, store the System and associated fall protection equipment in a cool, dry, clean environment 

out of direct sunlight. Avoid areas where chemical vapors may exist. Thoroughly inspect components after extended 

storage.