ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System
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1. Provided the component is supplied by ICM ArSiMa A S either directly or through a retailer then we offer a warranty of one year from the date of installation for all components of the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System provided this period shall not exceed 18 months from the date of purchase from ICM ArSiMa A S The warranty does not cover component damages caused by vandalism shipping or other types of damage not controllable by ICM ArSiMa A S The warranty only covers ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest Systems that are installed inspected and serviced by competent personal A competent person By being competent in installing inspecting and servicing the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System we as the manufacturer expect the following A competent person has received training by the manufacturer or knows from experience how to inspect service and use a wire system approved to EN 353 1 A competent person has read and fully understood the user manual Part 1 and 2 and he she is fully aware of the proper use limitations and possible misuse of the system If required by the manufacturer or the customer competent personal must be able to document their qualifications If you doubt whether you or your employees are competent to install inspect and service the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System then contact ICM ArSiMa A S for further guidance ICM ArSiMa A S Hammervej 1 3 2970 H rsholm Denmark Tel 45 45 86 62 22 Fax 45 45 7657 27 Em2. 2970 H rsholm Denmark 45 45 86 62 22 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System SYSTEM NO SYSTEM CAPACITY Max no of users recommended on the system at one time Manufacturer recommends max weight 136 kg person incl equipment EN353 1 2002 APPROVALS prEN353 1 2008 RFU CNB P 11 073 Notified body 0200 IMPORTANT Only climb the system using the ICM fall arrester with energy absorber supplied by ICM ArSiMa A S Read the User Instruction Manual for the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System before using the system or taking new fall arresters into use INSTALLED BY DATE SYSTEM INSPECTION Date Initials Company OK Follow the instructions given in the User Manual Part 1 and 2 in regards to correct installation use inspection and maintenance of the system Failure to follow the instructions alterations on the system or substitution of components may lead to serious injury or death Only connect the front D ring of the EN361 harness to the karabiner on the ICM fall arrester Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 18 of 20 I C MA ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i ArSiMa 5 APPENDIX A Manufacturer recommendation when having two or three persons on the system at one time It is allowed to have one two or three persons on the system at one time if the following requirements are met Requirements to top anchor The top anchor must be able to withstand a static load of 15 KN
3. Stainless steel body to fit the rung and plastic part to support the wire rope Rung dimension maximum 30x30 mm Wire rope diameter maximum 8 mm 6804502 Wire rope guide AC320 Stainless steel body and rubber part to support the wire rope Rung dimensions minimum 16x16 mm maximum 42x42 mm 410 099 Wire rope guide FsNw styrnyl Stainless steel body and nylon part to support the wire rope To be mounted in pairs either on corner legs or on ladder legs The wire rope has to be moved both outwards and then inwards in order for the cable grab to pass The brackets for mounting U bolts are fitted for the dimensions it must be fitted on 3 3 Load requirements for anchors The anchors and climbing structure to which the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System is installed must be capable of supporting the loads imposed by the system A Top anchor To be designed by the user so it can withstand the required load The installer of the system must be able to document that the anchor has been tested or calculated to withstand the required load in a static test for a period of minimum 3 minutes Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 8 of 20 I C MA ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i ArSiMa Required load on top anchor depending on how many persons are allowed to use the system at one time No of persons Load 1 person 15 kN 2 and 3 persons 20 kN See Appendix A for the manufacturer s recomm
4. 2014 version 11 Page 13 of 20 I C MA ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i ArSiMa e Inspect the ladder structure for damage corrosion or deterioration that could affect the strength of the ladder e Inspect the system identity label Make sure the label is located at the entrance point of the system and that all data is filled in 4 3 How to inspect the ICM Fall Arrester e Inspect the steel cable grab and locking lever for deformation cracks and corrosion All pins holding the parts together must be present and in good condition The lever and wire rope channel must be clean smooth and operated without unintended resistance e Inspect the steel cable grab for wear on the inside of the wire rope channels where the wire rope passes through e Inspect labels and markings put on the equipment by the manufacturer All labels and markings must be present and completely legible e Inspect the karabiners Check for deformation corrosion cracks and damages Inspect that the double function twistlock system operates correctly From an open position the karabiner must lock automatically without any assistance Check that no karabiners have been substituted e Inspect the thin wire rope permanently connecting the energy absorber to the cable grab of the fall arrester The thin wire rope shall prevent the lanyard from being separated from the cable grab of the fall arrester e Inspect the locking system of the cable grab With the karabin
5. for one person or 20 KN for two or three persons on the system at one time The installer of the system must be able to document that the top anchor has been calculated by a qualified engineer or tested to withstand the required loads for a period of minimum 3 minutes Requirements for other components Do not leave out or change any components in the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System The components are already designed for having two or three persons on the system at one time Wire rope with eye termination Tested at Force Certification A S notified body no 0200 can withstand a load of more than 36 kN Shackle 6803000 and 6803005 have a WLL Work Load Limit of respectively 1 5 and 2 tons with a safety factor 6 against breaking which equals to a 9 and 12 tons breaking strength 90 and 120 kN 6803011 has a WLL of 0 6 tons with safety factor 6 which equals to a 3 6 tons breaking strength 36 kN When climbing For the first two metres the user may not be protected against hitting the ground extra care should be taken when ascending or descending For those systems which permit more than one user there should be a minimum distance of 3 m between the feet of the upper person and the head of the lower person When working at heights always make sure that carried items are secured from dropping on climbers below Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 19 of 20 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System Warranty
6. ERTICAL Fall Arrest System Table of Contents User Manual Part 1 Daily use l INSTRUCTONS ON DANY CE siacncentanteniauciemtwenuunaemantwidoatiandnsanmeteaieacueiawausetauldubadensuaniquaniewdetuddmmadieninumeanen 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 2 INSTRUCTIONS ON THE FALE ARRESTER een ee ee 2 1 2 2 L 2 4 2 2 2 0 LAINEL AU a AAAA A E vei deinen AE eas cain EENE E A AEEA A esd rene aude na hey E EEEN A A AET Wae O C OET esea NAA A a E gue E a aa A AA PE i e E E wn E b p B Cimone an e Se eiiean aaia a Eaa dan A a Aaaa aara aai General MASUR Le nh a aan a ee eee A Se ee ee oe ee a ee E A eee eee ee eee How to connect the ICM Fall Arrester to the wire rope ccccccesseessescesseessessenseesnensensseseensensnessonss A A tn Important information on the ICM Fall Arrester karabiner S srenssssranenarennsnnronnonnronnnnnranenanennsnnraneo Connecting the ICM Fall Arrester to the Narmess 0 s0ssessencsessesseneneesessenssensenesnssnssansnensessansseesassonsen A Important recommendations s sseunon nunnana ren nmn nnen nmn nunn nmn nmn nana rmn nmn ama nmn sin nnna an nana en nmn nann nmn nan nanana ann en E Maintenance storage and data logging ssssrennsrsrononunrnnonurennounronnnuerunenarennsnnrennnanrannnnnrunenerennonnrenne J User Manual Part 2 System Installation 3 N EMVINS TALAT ON an E A E R E 4 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 PRODI AU ONG E S 4 SV STC Mi COMPONENTS cen veeccesyetussannbe
7. I C MA ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i ArSiMa ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System User Manual Part 2 System Installation For instructions on daily use with the ICM Fall Arrester see User Manual Part 1 for the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System Important information on the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System The ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System consists of a guided type fall arrester and a rigid anchor line The guided type fall arrester must be the ICM Fall Arrester or the Protecta Cabloc AC350 4 fall arrester The rigid anchor line must be an 8 mm steel wire rope All components of the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System except the Protecta Cabloc AC350 4 fall arrester must be supplied by ICM ArSiMa A S For the Protecta Cabloc AC350 4 fall arrester consult the manual supplied with the Protecta Cabloc AC350 4 fall arrester If a Protecta Cabloc AC350 4 fall arrester is used with the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System make sure the fall arrester has been inspected by a competent person within the last 12 months Only when the complete fall arrest system incl guided type fall arrester is supplied by ICM we have full product responsibility For avoidance of any doubt if the guided type fall arrester is not supplied by us then any claims or liability matters including but not limited to product responsibility regarding this item shall be addressed directly to the supplier of this item This manual must be made available to the user and i
8. L Fall Arrest System the wire rope must have a swaged eye with stainless steel thimble and a copper ferrule swaged to EN 13411 3 2004 The system identity number is stamped in the ferrule It is optional to have the SWL value Safe Working Load stamped in the ferrule as well The SWL for the wire rope with eye is approx 0 7 ton at safety factor 5 6804335 Galvanized steel wire rope The wire is 8 mm thick construction 7x19 galvanized steel breaking strength gt 36 kN The wire rope must always be supplied by ICM ArSiMa A S 6804363 Swaged eye for galvanized steel wire rope For the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System the wire rope must have a swaged eye with galvanized steel thimble and an aluminium ferrule swaged to EN 13411 3 2004 The system identity number is stamped in the ferrule It is optional to have the SWL value Safe Working Load stamped in the ferrule as well The SWL for the wire rope with eye is approx 0 8 ton at safety factor 5 6803000 Shackle The shackle is to connect the swaged eye of the wire rope with the top anchor Always remember to lock the shackle with the locking pin Step 1 Roll out the wire rope on the ground and inspect it for shipping damages If there are any damages to the wire rope do not install it but have it exchanged or inspected by a competent person See back page for information on being competent IMPORTANT Always wear correct personal protective equipment when handling the wire rope since the
9. Page 12 of 20 I C MA ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i ArSiMa e Make sure the wire rope is properly placed in all wire rope guides e Make sure the wire rope is sufficiently tightened so there is no slack in the wire rope e Make sure the system identity label is in place at the entrance of the system and the system data are correctly written on the label and on the registration card 4 INSPECTION 4 1 When to inspect Before each use Make a visual and operating inspection of the ICM Fall Arrester before use Inspect the condition of the cable grab and energy absorber mechanical function of the locking lever and karabiners Inspect for any kind of deformation Inspect the condition of the installed system in general Inspect the wire rope for broken strands Inspect the ladder or ladder structure in regards to safe climbing Formal inspection All components that are part of the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System together with the ladder or ladder structure must be inspected at least every 12 month by a competent person See back page for information on being competent The outcome of the formal inspection must be logged on the System Identity Label and the registration cards for the system and the ICM Fall Arrester After a fall In case the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System arrests a fall it shall be replaced 4 2 How to inspect the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System installation e Inspect top and bottom anchors for deformation corro
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11. biner supplied with the ICM Fall Arrester or the Protecta Cabloc AC350 4 fall arrester to connect to the harness 6804500 ICM Fall Arrester Stainless steel cable grab with polyester Thin wire must be present energy absorber for permanent connection Breaking strength gt 15 kN OP VEEN CADIE GTER NN karabiner on energy absorber Karabiner with twistlock AJ 514 Galvanized steel Breaking strength gt 16kN W A3514 karabiner locked to the fall i i arrester For use with 8 mm 7 x 19 stainless steel TT AE A wire rope as specified for the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System AJ514 karabiner to be connected to front D ring of the EN361 harness Alternatively Protecta Cabloc AC350 4 fall arrester 6803000 Shackle 1 5 ton Shackle with locking pin Galvanized steel Breaking strength gt 36 kN 6803005 Shackle 2 ton Shackle with locking pin Galvanized steel Breaking strength gt 36 kN 6803000 6803011 offshore 6803005 6803011 Shackle 0 6 ton Shackle with locking pin Stainless steel AISI 316 Breaking strength 236 kN 6804315 Stainless steel wire rope Stainless steel wire rope diameter 8 mm construction 7 x 19 Weight approx 250 g m Breaking strength gt 36 KN Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 6 of 20 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System 6804351 Eye on stainless steel wire Wire rope eye termination for connection to the top anchor Stainless steel t
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13. ed and used by people who are medically fit and in good physical condition and trained to climb the required distances Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 9 of 20 I C MA ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i ArSiMa 3 4 2 Top anchor Always have the top anchor and ladder inspected by a qualified engineer before installing in order to determine if the load requirements for the system are fulfilled The position of the top anchor shall allow the user safe access when connecting or disconnecting from the system The top anchor must be positioned in the centre of the ladder rungs to ease of climbing but it may be positioned anywhere within the width of the ladder rung When using wire rope guide 6804503 the centre of the wire rope should be positioned approx 75 mm from the front of the rungs When using wire rope guide 6804502 the length of the wire rope guide is adjustable however it is recommended the centre of the wire rope is positioned approx 10 cm from the ladder rungs It is allowed to shorten the wire rope guide if the thread bar is in conflict with the construction behind For load requirements to top anchor see section 3 3 3 4 3 The wire rope 6804315 Stainless steel wire rope The wire rope is 8 mm thick construction 7x19 stainless steel breaking strength gt 36 kN The wire rope must always be supplied by ICM ArSiMa A S 6804351 Swaged eye for stainless steel wire rope For the ICM VERTICA
14. endations for the top anchor when having two or three persons on the system at one time B Bottom anchor The bottom anchor must be able to support a load of 2 KN in the direction of loading This is not relevant if the bottom end of the wire is hanging free and the bottom end termination of the wire is equipped with a weight of more than 10 kg allowing the wire to hang straight and tensioned 3 4 Installing the system 3 4 1 Before starting The ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System is to be installed on fixed vertical ladders or similar vertical climbing surfaces that are part of the structure When installed the system must be vertical Plan the installation ahead to save time and increase safety Install the system in the following way 1 Install the top anchor 2 Connect the wire rope to the top anchor 3 Install the wire rope guides and insert the wire rope 4 Install the bottom anchor 5 Tension the wire rope 6 Inspect the installation IMPORTANT Be careful when installing the system Always use a fall arrest system during the installation Do not connect yourself to the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System if it is incomplete During the installation the installer must wear CE approved personal protective equipment like safety helmet safety glasses safety gloves and safety shoes The ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System is not to be used for anything else but a vertical climbing safety system The system is only to be install
15. er in place in the cable grab then it may not be possible either to insert or remove the wire rope e Inspect the energy absorber An undamaged heat shrink clear sleeve made by the manufacturer must protect it No webbing may be pulled out in either end Due to natural degradation of the materials the end of life of the energy absorber is reached after 7 years from the manufacturing date or 5 years after taking into service whatever comes first The energy absorber can only be replaced by the manufacturer The date of manufacture must be readable through the clear sleeve if not the energy absorber must be replaced e Check the function of the fall arrester by putting it on the wire rope and slightly pulling the lanyard downwards When pulled the fall arrester shall grab on the wire rope and keep its position 4 4 Ifthe system does not pass inspection If any component which is part of the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System in any way fails to fulfil the guidelines set in section 4 2 and 4 3 then the complete system must be withdrawn from use until it has been formally inspected by a competent person See back page for information on being a competent person Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 14 of 20 I C MA ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i ArSiMa 4 5 Maintenance service and storage The ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System requires no scheduled maintenance however the system shall be inspected at least
16. etent 3 1 1 Limitations Do not install the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System on portable ladders or movable surfaces Consider the following limitations before installing or using the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System A Anchors The anchorage points to which the system is installed must be able to withstand the loads applied by the system in the event of a fall See section 3 3 B System capacity The ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System fulfils the requirements stated in EN 353 1 2002 and prEN 353 1 2008 with a user weight of 40 136 kg The ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System fulfils the requirements stated in RfU CNB P 11 073 with a user weight of 40 136 kg It is recommended by the manufacturer that the user does not weigh more than 136 kg incl tools and clothing The system is approved for the use of up to three persons on the system at one time See section 3 3 for system requirements and Appendix A for manufacturer s recommendations IMPORTANT The installer must indicate on the system identity label how many users are allowed on the system at one time C Environmental hazards Be aware of environmental hazards which can damage the system or injure the user The hazards could in example be welding strong heat the use of movable or metal cutting tools acids and chemicals explosive or toxic gasses solutions containing salt electricity oil dust grease and sharp objects and edges The system is to be used in the temperature range
17. himble and copper ferrule The system identity number is stamped in Optional stamping of SWL value 6804335 Galvanized steel wire rope Galvanized steel wire rope diameter 8 mm construction 7 x 19 Weight approx 250 g m Breaking strength gt 36 KN 6804363 Eye on galvanized steel wire e ee ee Wire rope eye termination for connection to a the top anchor Galvanized steel thimble and aluminium ferrule The system identity number is stamped in Optional stamping of SWL value 6804318 Thimble stainless steel Stainless steel thimble for diameter 8 mm Stainless steel wire rope 6804354 Thimble galvanized steel Galvanized steel thimble for diameter 8 mm galvanized steel wire rope 6804330 Rigging screw stainless Stainless steel with fork shape at each end 6804332 Rigging screw stainless with tension indicator Stainless steel with fork shape at each end and indicator for correct wire rope tension 0 8 kN Optional replaces 6804330 Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 7 of 20 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System 6804321 Wire rope clip stainless For 8 mm stainless steel wire rope 6804360 Wire rope clip galvanized For 8 mm galvanized steel wire rope 6804390 Simplex wire clip stainless For 8 mm stainless steel wire rope Three clips are required to terminate the wire rope at the bottom anchor All clips are available with locking nuts 6804503 Wire rope guide 537122 537123
18. hor Bottom anchor Two types of bottom anchors are allowed For temporary use A counter weight of minimum 10 kg which allows the wire to hang free in the air straight and tensioned The weight is to be at the bottom end termination of the wire It can either be an applied weight or sufficiently rolled up wire Even if the wire is hanging free at the bottom end and is not connected to the construction or ground then the wire shall be placed correctly in every wire rope guide on the system For permanent installation A bottom anchor connection which is part of the construction It fulfils the required load for the bottom anchor and it creates a true rigid wire system Always have the bottom anchor inspected by a qualified engineer before installing in order to determine if the load requirements for the system are fulfilled The bottom anchor shall be positioned to allow the user safe access when connecting or disconnecting from the system The bottom anchor must be positioned vertically in line with the top anchor For load requirements see section 3 3 Connecting the wire rope to the permanent bottom anchor The wire rope is to be connected to the bottom anchor via the rigging screw IMPORTANT Make sure the wire rope is placed correctly in every wire rope guide on the system Make sure the angle between the top and bottom anchor will not allow the wire rope to move away from the wire rope guides once the wire rope is tightened C
19. nstaller in the official languages of the country of destination It must be read and understood by both the user and installer before using and installing the system Follow the guidelines for PPE related to the use and installation of the system Be aware that any alterations of components misuse of the system and related PPE or not following the instructions given by the manufacturer is not allowed Questions regarding installation use maintenance or choice of product to suit the application can be addressed to ICM ArSiMa A S Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 1 of 20 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System CE type approval of the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System The ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System is designed and tested to standards EN 353 1 2002 prEN 353 1 2008 and RfU CNB P 11 073 according to PPE Directive 89 686 EEC 10 EC type examination at notified body FORCE Certification A S Park All 345 2605 Br ndby Denmark Notified body No 0200 The control test according to PPE Directive 89 686 EEC 11A is done at above mentioned notified body This document is part of the CE approval for the complete system Additional testing The ICM Vertical fall arrest system has also been submitted to Fall Back testing using an anthropometric dummy by TUV NEL Scotland November 9th 2007 certificate no PPE700000 MTHU Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 2 of 20 ICM V
20. of 30 45 C When working at low temperatures always remember before use to remove ice built up on the system or on the fall arrester since the system otherwise could fail to function as intended D Component compatibility The ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System shall be installed and used as described in this manual Do not leave out or change any components in the system Only the ICM Fall Arrester supplied by ICM ArSiMa A S or alternatively the Protecta Cabloc AC350 4 fall arrester can be used with the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System Only use the system in combination with a full body harness approved to EN 361 or EN 361 EN 358 The harness must have a front attachment point for ladder climbing E Training As any other PPE the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System is only to be used by people who have received proper instruction and training in how to use the system Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 4 of 20 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System 3 1 2 EN standards The ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System is designed to fulfil the requirements in the following European standards EN353 1 2002 prEN353 1 2008 EN364 and EN365 3 2 System components When using stainless steel wire rope ICM Fall Arrester Protecta Cabloc AC350 4 fall arrester Shackle 0 6 ton stainless steel AISI 316 Shackle1 5 ton galvanized steel Shackle 2 ton galvanized steel 8 mm wire rope 7x19 stainless steel Swaged eye
21. once a year according to the guidelines in section 4 0 All components part of the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System are made of galvanized steel stainless steel polyester or rubber Contact ICM ArSiMa A S for further details If the wire rope requires cleaning contact the installer for recommendations Do not use any kind of chemical which could damage the wire rope It is recommended to clean the ICM Fall Arrester on regular basis with a dry cloth If required metal parts may be cleaned using a commercial parts cleaning solution and thereafter washed in lukewarm soapy water Moving parts may be applied light machine oil Do not apply oil to any parts in contact with the wire rope Store the fall arrester and other components in a ventilated room at normal room temperature The fall arrester may not be permanently exposed to sunlight or corrosive environment Remember to check for the latest date of inspection after prolonged storage Always remember to store the equipment and system registration cards in a safe area known to the user A competent person must complete additional maintenance and servicing procedures See back page for information on being a competent person 4 6 Optional tamper proofing Under certain circumstances e g if the system is installed in a remote place then it may be relevant to indicate to the user whether someone could have tampered with the installed system An easy way to indicate tampering with the sys
22. opyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 11 of 20 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i IC MA ArSiMa Proceed as following 3 4 6 Connect the rigging screw to the bottom anchor Loosen the nuts and turn the rigging screw into max length Run the wire rope through the free end of the rigging screw Place thimble between the wire rope and the rigging screw in order to protect the wire rope Cut the free end of the wire rope allowing 40 cm to run through the rigging screw and back towards itself Loosely clamp the wire rope clips around the wire rope Slide the free end of the wire rope through the wire rope clips Tighten the wire rope by hand until there is no slack and lock it in its position with the wire rope clips Three clips are required and they shall be place with a distance of approx 10 cm The first clip shall be placed so close to the rigging screw that the thimble is unable to move out of place Note When mounting the wire clip the saddle of the clip shall press on the wire going downwards The U bolt part of the clip shall bite on the free end of the wire going upwards In outdoor windy conditions use the Simplex wire clip as the lowest of the three clips Cut of excess wire rope 5 cm from the top wire rope clip and protect the free end with tape Tensioning the wire rope when using a permanent bottom anchor Tighten the rigging screw until the tension in the wire rope is 0 8 kN To de
23. sion or any kind of damage Check for anything that could affect the strength of the anchor or the function and quality of the system e Inspect the wire rope guides Make sure they are correctly mounted and maintain their grip on the wire rope Check for tear deformation and loose fasteners Retighten the wire rope guide if required e Inspect the wire rope for damage Check for worn or broken strands Inspect for signs of abrasion from the ladder or structure The wire rope must not contact the ladder or structure Replace damaged wire rope if necessary Check the wire rope for correct tension and re tighten if necessary e Inspect the swaged eye of the wire rope and the ferrule Ensure the ferrule shows no sign of corrosion deformation or slip from its original position at the time of manufacture Replace damaged wire rope if necessary e Inspect the shackle connecting the wire rope to the top anchor Check for deformation corrosion or any kind of damage which could affect the strength of the shackle The locking pin must be in place if not insert a new locking pin e Inspect the rigging screw thimble and wire rope clips connecting the wire rope to the bottom anchor Check for deformation corrosion or any kind of damage which could affect the strength of the components The locking pins must be in place at both ends of the rigging screw Retighten the nuts on the wire rope clips if necessary Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December
24. tem is to place a heat shrink clear sleeve over the connection between wire rope and rigging screw to show physical evidence of any tampering with the system Other methods of indication are available ask the installer The installer should make this tamper proofing It is recommended but not mandatory Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 15 of 20 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System 4 7 System data storage The installer must keep a record of system identity number location and date of installation relating to a particular system The installer must fill in the System identity label to complete the installation 4 7 1 Registration card for the system installation Name of installer Date of installation System identity number Date of Items to be Recommendations Performed Next Approved inspection addressed on what to do service inspection by Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 16 of 20 I C MA ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i ArSiMa Items to be Recommendations Performed Next A inspection addressed on what to do service inspection Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 17 of 20 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System 4 7 2 System identity label Must be located at the entrance point of the system For identification purposes the installer must create a unique individual system identity number ICM ArSiMa A S Hammervej 1 5
25. termine correct tension A Use a wire rope tension meter b Use the optional rigging screw with tension indicator Lock the rigging screw in its position by tightening the nuts If the wire rope remains slack and the rigging screw is at its minimum then bring the rigging screw back to its maximum loosen the wire rope clips and tighten the wire rope more by hand Then retighten the rigging screw once again and lock it in its position IMPORTANT For systems installed in areas with large temperature ranges or strong winds it is likely they will require to be re tensioned periodically The longer the system the more likely it is to require periodically re tensioning 3 4 7 Final inspection and system identification A Install the system identity label onto the ladder or as close to the entrance point of the system as possible The installer shall put the following data in permanent writing on the label A unique system identity number given by the manufacturer or created by the installer the date of installation name of the installer and number of users allowed on the system at one time Record the same data on the system registration card B After installation conduct a final inspection of the system as follows e Make sure all connectors and fasteners are properly closed and tightened e Make sure the wire rope is not in conflict with the ladder or structure at any point Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11
26. wire rope can unintended cause injuries Use i e safety glasses and safety gloves when handling the wire rope Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Page 10 of 20 I C MA ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System i ArSiMa Step 2 Connect the swaged eye at the end of the wire rope with the top anchor by using the shackle Lock the shackle safely IMPORTANT The shackle may be left out of the ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System if the top anchor itself is suitable for direct and safe connection to the swaged eye of the wire rope Step 3 Lower the wire rope safely underneath the top anchor so it hangs alongside the ladder 3 4 4 Wire rope guides Wire rope guides keep the wire rope in position and prevent the wire rope from moving from side to side during climbing and from hitting against the ladder or structure In windy conditions the wire rope guides shall also prevent the wire rope from moving side wards and thereby reduce noise from the system Wire rope guides shall be mounted along the wire rope between the top and bottom anchor When installed indoor the distance between the wire rope guides shall not exceed 15 m When installed outdoor the distance shall not exceed 9 m For offshore use we recommend a shorter distance The distance between the wire rope guides shall be shorter if there is a chance that the wire rope can come in contact with the ladder or structure to prevent abrasion on the wire rope 3 4 5 Bottom anc
27. with thimble on 8 mm stainless steel wire rope Thimble 8 mm stainless steel Rigging screw stainless steel Wire rope clip 8 mm stainless steel Simplex wire clip 8 mm stainless steel Wire rope guide 537122 537123 Wire rope guide AC320 Wire rope guide FsNw styrnyl When using galvanized steel wire rope ICM Fall Arrester Shackle1 5 ton galvanized steel Shackle 2 ton galvanized steel 8 mm wire rope 7x19 galvanized steel Swaged eye with thimble on 8 mm galvanized steel wire rope Thimble 8 mm galvanized steel Rigging screw stainless steel Wire rope clip 8 mm galvanized steel Wire rope guide 537122 537123 Wire rope guide AC320 Wire rope guide FsNw styrny Do not leave out or change any components in the system Copyright 2014 ICM ArSiMa A S 3 December 2014 version 11 Item no 6804500 or n a 6803011 or 6803000 or 6803005 6804315 6804351 6804318 6804330 6804321 6804390 6804503 6804502 6804504 Item no 6804500 6803000 or 6803005 6804335 6804363 6804354 6804330 6804360 6804503 6804502 6804504 Page 5 of 20 ICM VERTICAL Fall Arrest System 3 2 1 Requirements for connectors Use only the shackle 6803000 6803005 or 6803011 to connect the wire rope to the top anchor The shackles are capable of supporting a minimum of 36 kN Only the 6803011 is for offshore use Note See section 3 4 3 step 2 Use only the EN 362 approved 25 kN kara
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