Product Name: Armadillo Part #: 00245 Instruction Manual Do not throw away these instructions! Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
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Trainer: User: Applicable Safety Standards When used according to instruction specifications, this product meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.1-2007, and ANSI A10.32-2012 standards for fall protection. Applicable standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and also might include state-specific regulations. Consult regulatory agencies for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated components.
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.
phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Repairs to Armadillo 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 Armadillo 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 Armadillo.
Use of equipment in unintended applications may result in serious injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point. Personal Fall Arrest: Armadillo may be used to support a MAXIMUM 1 Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) for use in Fall Arrest applications. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 5,000 lbs. Maximum free fall is 6‘. Applicable D-ring: Dorsal. Restraint: Armadillo may be used in Restraint applications.
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 Components and Specifications Small Large Triple-Locking Carabiner Casters (4) Guardian Fall Protection SRL Carriage 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Locking Bar phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Materials: aluminum, stainless steel, zinc-plated steel, and rubber.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Installation and Use Prior to installation, plan your system: 1. All PFAS equipment must be selected and deemed compatible with Armadillo by a Competent Person. 2. Eliminate or minimize all risk of swing fall hazards. 3.
Labels Armadillo Date of Manufacture: Part #: 00245 Installation and Use: Prior to use, read and understand all manufacturer’s instructions provided with equipment at time of shipment from manufacturer. 1. Install compatible SRL. Remove Locking Bars and Hitch Pins; Insert SRL into carriage with SRL attachment point facing in same direction as Triple-Locking Carabiner; Insert Large Locking Bar through SRL attachment point; Insert Small Locking Bar over SRL body; Secure both Locking Bars with Hitch Pins.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 User must inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person other than user must complete formal inspection at least every 6 months. Competent Person to inspect and initial. Date of First Use: __________________. Product lifetime is indefinite, as long as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections. This inspection log must be specific to one Armadillo. Separate inspection logs must be used for each Armadillo.
