Product Name: The Rack Part #: 15169 Instruction Manual Do not throw away these instructions! Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Table of Contents Introduction 1-2 Worker Classifications 2 Safety Information 3-4 Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage 5 Inspection 5 Product Specific Applications 6 Limitations 7-9 Components and Specifications 10 Installation and Use 11-12 Labels 13 Inspection Log 14 Notes 14 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall Protection The Rack.
Trainer: User: Worker Classifications ! CAUTION Understand the following definitions of those who work near or who may be exposed to fall hazards. Qualified Person: A person with an accredited degree or certification, and with extensive experience or sufficient professional standing, who is considered proficient in planning and reviewing the conformity of fall protection and rescue systems.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Safety Information ! WARNING Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive, are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards. Do not alter equipment. Do not misuse equipment.
Prior to EACH use, all equipment in a fall protection system must be inspected for any potential or existing deficiencies that may result in its failure or reduced functionality. IMMEDIATELY remove equipment from service if any deficiencies are found. Equipment must be inspected by a Competent Person at least every six months. These inspections must be documented in equipment instruction manual and on equipment inspection grid label.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Repairs to The Rack can only be made by a Guardian Fall Protection representative or an entity authorized by Guardian. Contact Guardian for all maintenance and repair needs at: 1-800-466-6385. If The Rack fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian to inquire about its return or repair. Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of The Rack.
DANGER The Rack is intended to be installed over a compatible parapet wall to assist in window washing applications, and prevent fraying or breaking of suspension and tie-back ropes. PFAS must function to allow worker to operate in Work Positioning applications. PFAS must limit maximum free fall to 2’, average arrest forces to 900 lbs., and maximum arrest forces to 1,800 lbs. MAXIMUM PFAS lanyard length is 2’. Guardian Fall Protection 6305 S. 231st St.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Limitations Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or an obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for a MINIMUM 3’ safety factor, deceleration distance, user height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all other applicable factors.
Two or more snap hooks or carabiners connected to each other. NO. Connector directly to webbing. NO. Two connectors to same D-ring. NO. Incompatible or irregular application, which may increase risk of roll-out. NO. 8 Application that places load on gate. NO. Connector directly to horizontal lifeline. NO. www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Connector to integral lanyard. NO. 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Connector closed and locked to D-ring. OK.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Correct Anchorage Positioning: This chart details allowable working zones required to reduce risk of swing falls and improper side loading. ALWAYS adhere to information specified by chart.
www.guardianfall.com Materials: galvanized steel. Weight: 35 lbs. (4) Connector Pins Suspension Bar Frame Extender Frame Assembly Foot Extender 10 Guardian Fall Protection 6305 S. 231st St.
www.guardianfall.com Installation and Use The Rack is a welded steel frame for placement on a building’s parapet, and functions to assist in window washing applications. Parapet must withstand loads of at least 5,000 lbs., as determined by a Qualified Person. Guardian Fall Protection 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Prior to Installation: 1. Optional foot extender is for use on parapets with an overhang of 12” or less. 2.
10. Place The Rack onto parapet, adjust Frame Extender if needed, and ensure The Rack fits snugly on parapet. To do so, remove Connector Pins, adjust Frame Extender, and re-insert Connector Pins. • Attach tie-back rope to Suspension Bar with one of the following options: a) doubled bowline knot, b) figure-eight knot, or c) carabiner with minimum breaking strength of 5,000 lbs. • Knot must not reduce minimum breaking strength of tie-back rope to below 5,000 lbs. 11. Let down tail of tie-back rope to ground.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Labels Refer to instructions for proper installation and use. 1-800-466-6385 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 www.guardianfall.com The Rack ! WARNING Eliminate all risk of roll-out in PFAS. NEVER use incompatible connectors. NEVER connect PFAS to The Rack. For window washing line protection ONLY. Part #: 15169 Date of Manufacture: NEVER allow lifeline contact with sharp or abrasive surfaces or edges.
This inspection log must be specific to one The Rack. Separate inspection logs must be used for each The Rack. All inspection records must be made visible and available to all users at all times. If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE. Guardian Fall Protection Notes www.guardianfall.com Date of First Use: __________________. Product lifetime is indefinite as long as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections.
