Product Name: Stingray Anchor Part #: 04730; 04731; 04736; 04737; 15048; 15049 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.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Repairs to Stingray Anchors 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 a Stingray Anchor 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 Stingray Anchors.
Personal Fall Arrest: Stingray Anchor may be used in Personal Fall Arrest applications to support a MAXIMUM 1 Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) if used as an independent anchorage connector. If Stingray Anchors are used as components of a complete and compatible horizontal lifeline (HLL), HLL system may be used to support a MAXIMUM 2 PFAS, unless conditions specified in these instructions for a greater number of PFAS are met.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Limitations FALL CLEARANCE CALCULATION 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. Diagram shown is an example fall clearance calculation ONLY.
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 3/8” Aircraft Cable Connection points for PFAS attachment, HLL Cable attachment, or Pass-Through Accessory attachment. Pass-Through Top Post Hex Bolts and Nuts Mounting Bolts Base Assembly Absorbinator Clamp Assemblies Part # Description 15048 Stingray Absorbinator System for application under 60’. Includes (1) Absorbinator, (3) Shackles, (2) Thimbles, (1) Turnbuckle, (6) Fist Grips, & (2) 2½” O-rings. 15049 Stingray Absorbinator System for application over 60’.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Installation and Use Stingray Anchors MUST NOT be used as permanent anchors. NEVER install on bottom beam flange. Stingray Anchors MUST ONLY be installed on horizontal structural steel “I” beams capable of withstanding 5,000 lbs. per PFAS in complete system.
3. Fall clearance for each installation location MUST be calculated by a Qualified Person, and MUST be considered in the selection of PFAS equipment (refer to pgs. 6-7). 4. Ensure all components of PFAS are selected and deemed compatible with Stingray Anchor by a Competent Person. 5. For HLL applications, ensure entire HLL system design and installation is done under supervision of Qualified Person.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection 4. Place Stingray Anchor at selected installation location on structural beam. Tilt Base Assembly to one side and tighten Mounting Bolt on that side until snug. Repeat for opposite side. Ensure back of Base Assembly throat is flush against beam flange. 5. With compatible wrench, ensure both Mounting Bolts are snug against beam flange. 6.
Absorbinator System (Shackle, Absorbinator, Turnbuckle, Thimble and Cable Clamps) 1 Span Max 60’ Max 2 PFAS 1 Span Max 60’ Max 2 PFAS Max 120’ Max 4 PFAS (2 per span) Absorbinator System Pass-Through Top Absorbinator System Max 60’ Max 60’ Max 120’ Max 2 PFAS 14 www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Cable terminates at next Stingray Anchor attachment point 6305 S. 231st St.
www.guardianfall.com Cable Clamps Turnbuckle Absorbinator Shackle 4. For all Absorbinators, attach Absorbinator to steel shackle, or to compatible carabiner, and attach shackle/carabiner to Stingray Anchor connection point. If shackle is used, tighten bolt until at least one thread is fully visible. 5. Attach turnbuckle to Absorbinator. Tighten bolt until at least one thread is fully visible. 6. Attach cable thimble on other end of turnbuckle. Tighten bolt until at least one thread is fully visible. 7.
www.guardianfall.com Labels 90036 (Rev. I) Stingray Anchor Capacity Range: 130-310 lbs., or up to 420 lbs. if used with equipment explicitly certified for such use. Materials: Powder-coated steel, zinc-plated steel, & zinc. Connections must be selected and deemed compatible with Stingray Anchor Post by Competent Person. Beam compatibility: Width: 5” to 13” Thickness: 3--3/8” Maximum MAXIMUM 1 PFAS per Stingray when used as anchorage connector.
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 Stingray Anchor. Separate inspection logs must be used for each Stingray Anchor.
