User's Instructions

1 Safety Regulations
1.1 Correct Use
The V-TEC io1 Smart Hook Personal Fall Limiter (PFL) (V-TEC io1) is intended for use as part of a complete personal fall
protection system.
The V-TEC io1 is intended to provide real-time audible and visual feedback to users, relaying their connection status to their
PPE.
The V-TEC io1 is intended for use in applications where connections will be made with overhead-mounted personal fall
limiters. The primary application for the V-TEC io1 is Order Picker-type Powered Industrial Trucks.
WARNING!
Use in other applications including, but not limited to, material handling, recreational or sports related activities, or other
activities not described in these user instructions, are not approved by MSA and could result in serious injury or death.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.
1.2 Warnings
WARNING!
• Device is not Intrinsically Safe. Do not use this device in flammable or explosive environments.
• This device is only to be used by trained users in workplace applications
• Users of the V-TEC io1 shall be medically fit and suitably trained. The V-TEC io1 shall not be used by pregnant women,
minors or those under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• The V-TEC io1 is intended to be used as a connecting element between a full body harness and anchor point. A full body
harness is the only acceptable body holding device to be used with a V-TEC io1. If supplied as part of a complete system,
components shall not be substituted.
• TheV-TEC io1 is only to be used for its intended purpose and within its limitations. Further clarification can be obtained from
MSA.
• For use in accordance with acceptable locations (Table 3). Do not use over an edge or in a situation where a fall would
result in contact with an edge.
• For single user only within the weight range 60 - 140 kg (130 - 310 lbs) (including tools). Suitable for use up to 181 kg (400
lbs) (including tools) under OSHA only.
• The V-TEC io1 must be protected from sharp edges, abrasive surfaces, fire, acids, caustic solutions, or temperatures
outside the range -40 °C to 54 °C (-40 °F to 130 °F).
• The lifeline shall not come into contact with hot surfaces (such as hot pipes); become entangled with moving machinery; or
contact with electrical hazards (such as power lines).
• Unsuitable for use on unstable surfaces, fine grain materials, or particulate surfaces such as sand or coal.
• Additional lanyard connectors shall not be connected., as this would serve to lengthen the lifeline and increase freefall.
• The V-TEC Mini PFL webbing 1.8 m (6 ft) is specifically tested and suitable for use on MEWPs (Mobile Elevating Working
platforms) in Europe (Prüfgrundsatz PG -06-07). Injuries caused by impact with work basket or boom cannot be excluded.
• V-TEC PFL top connector attached to either the full body harness or anchor point. Attach one end of the V-TEC PFL to a
suitable anchor or anchor connector, attach the other end to the designated fall arrest attachment of a full body harness.
When used on a MEWP the device shall be secured to the harness dorsal d-ring and the Lanyard connected to the basket
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