AFS510020SS- Brute Stainless Steel Fall Arrest Block 20m

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BRUTE RETRACTABLE FALL ARREST BLOCKS (stainless steel wire rope) KStrong has developed a range of Retractable Fall Arrest Blocks with Stainless Steel cable that is Lightweight, Compact and Robust ensuring your safety when working at heights. The Retractable Block is the ideal choice for working at height and comes standard with Stainless Steel Snap Hook with Fall Indicator and Swivel Anchorage eye which prevents any undue twist of the wire rope while working on in the event of a fall. Features and Benefits w Swivel Anchorage Eye w High Impact Load Bearing Polymer Casing

w Ergonomic Carry handle for ease of transportation w 4.5mm Stainless Steel 316 Cable for added strength and safety w Snout reduces the locking of the cable when it is suddenly released w Load Capacity 140kg w MBS – 15kN w Temperature Range : -30 0 to +50 0 C w ATEX Certified w QR code for ease of Identification and Service History w Stainless Steel 316 Swivel Snap Hookwith Fall Indicator

INCLUDED

w Stainless Steel Snap Hook - MBS 23kN w 4.5mm Stainless Steel Wire - MBS 15kN w Stainless Steel Karabiner - MBS 23kN w Polymer Casing Materials

EN 360:2002 ATEX 2014/34/EU EN 80079-36:2016 EN 80079-37:2016

w Refer to User Instruction Manual How To Use

Length: 6m Weight: 3kg AFS510006(SS)

Length: 10m Weight: 4.2kg AFS510010(SS)

Length: 15m Weight: 5.81kg AFS510015(SS)

Length: 20m Weight: 6kg AFS510020(SS)

Length: 25m Weight: 12.88kg AFS510025(SS)

Length: 30m Weight: 13.1kg AFS510030(SS)

AFS510003.5(SS) Length: 3.5m Weight: 2kg

USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL RETRACTABLE FALL ARRESTERS THESE INSTRUCTIONS APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING MODEL: AFS510003.5, AFS510006, AFS510010, AFS510015, AFS510020, AFS510025 & AFS510030, AFS550003.5, AFS550006, AFS550012 AFS510003.5SS, AFS510006SS, AFS510010SS,AFS510015SS, AFS510020SS, AFS510025SS, AFS510030SS

EN 360:2002

The Brute Range of Retractable Fall Arrester is classed as a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) by the European PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and has shown to comply with this Regulation through the Harmonized European Standard EN 360:2002. This Retractable Fall Arrester is designed to minimise the risk of/provide protection against the danger of falling from heights. However, always remember that no item of PPE can provide full protection and care must always be taken while carrying out the risk related activity. The equipment has been tested in accordance with EN 360:2002 and has achieved the following performance levels : 1. PERFORMANCE AND LIMITATIONS OF USE: Please read and understand the manufacturer's instructions for each component or part of the complete system. Manufacturer's instructions must be followed for proper use, care, and maintenance of this product. These instructions must be retained and be kept available for the user's reference at all times. Alterations or misuse of this product, or failure to follow instructions, may result in serious injury or death. Note: The user is advised to keep this user instructions document for the life of the product.

EN 360:2002 test Clause 4.1 Design & Ergonomics

Result/Comment Achieves required performance as stated in EN 360:2002 (PASS). Lanyard free from sharp or excessively abrasive surface (PASS). No unnecessary features which add significantly to overall mass ( Pass). Lanyard end terminated with a loop, for connection to harness and fall arrest system (PASS). Lanyard meets static strength requirment (PASS). 12kN sustained for 3 minutes without failure (Wire) (PASS). 15kN sustained for 3 minutes without (Webbing) (PASS). failure

Clause 4.2 Materials & Construction

Clause 4.4 Static Strength (EN 364:1993) Clause 4.5 Dynamic Performance (EN 364:1993) Clause 4.7 Corrosion Resistance (EN 364:1993)

When tested with the test mass of 140 kg, The Arrest force <6.00 kN, Arrest distance <2.00 m (PASS).

Corrosion test in accordance with ISO 9227:1990-24 hours (PASS).

2. POSSIBLE USAGE: This Retractable Fall Arrester can be used as a part of a fall arrest system or as a part of a restraint system. If using as a part of fall arrest system, a suitable anchor point (Above the user’s head, at least 12kN) shall be used. Attachments to the anchor points and other equipment shall be made using oval karabiners to EN 362. The equipment is to be used specifically in vertical condition. 3. MATERIAL OF THE RETRACTABLE FALL ARRESTER - • forwire rope block - 4.5mm Galvanized Steel Wire & Hooks & 4.5mm Stainless Steel Wire & Hooks. • for webbing block - 25mm polyester textile webbing .

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4. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USES: STEP 1 : Connect the anchorage eye at the top of the Retractabel Fall Arrester to a suitable anchorage point situated above the user’s head using karabiners as per EN 362 & ensure the karabiners are locked. STEP 2 : Now connect the swivel hook of the equipment to the attachment element of your full body harness and ensure that it is locked. You are now safe to move up & down in normal speed. In the event of a fall, the Retractable Fall Arrester locks & also minimises the impact forces on the body of the user. KStrong Tag Lines have been designed to provide a way to retrieve a Self-Retracting Lifeline (SRL) that is out of reach when needed and to retract back into the housing safely without damaging the SRL when not in use. KStrong Tag Lines

AFZ830013 (4m)

AFZ830025 (8m)

AFZ830050 (15m)

AFZ830100 (30m)

Pull Down the Lanyard of Block using the Tag Line • The Retractable Block may lock if the Rope is suddenly released. Always use the Tag line. • Always allow the retractable lanyard to recoil into the Block casing under control using the same Tag line.

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5. WARNING : Ÿ Ensure the medical condition of the user does not affect his safety in normal and emergency use. Ÿ The Retractable Fall Arrester shall only be used by a person trained and competent in its safe use. Ÿ A rescue plan shall be in place to deal with any emergencies that could arise during the work. Ÿ Do not make any alterations or additions to the Retractable Fall Arrester without the manufacturer’s prior written consent and that any repair shall only be carried out by personnel trained by the manufacturer & duly authorized by him. Ÿ The Retractable Fall Arrester shall not be used out side its limitation, or for any purpose other than that for which it is intended. 6. ADVICE & INFORMATION : Ÿ The Retractable Fall Arrester should be the personnel property of the user. Ÿ Ensure that the Retractable Fall Arrester is compatible with other items when assembled into a system. Ÿ Usage with other non compatible items may be dangerous & hazardous as the safe function of one item may be affected or interferes with the safe function of another. Ÿ The user should carry out a pre-use check of the Retractable Fall Arrester, to ensure that it is in a serviceable condition and operates correctly before it is used. Ÿ The pre-use check shall involve checking of any wear or abrasion on wire ropes/webbing and sign of corrosion if any on metal parts or any breakage of the casing. Ÿ Withdraw from use immediately if there is any doubt about its safe condition or if it has already arrested a fall, the equipment shall not be used again until confirmed in writing by a competent person that it is acceptable to do so. Ÿ Ensure that the strength of the anchor device is greater than 12kN. Ÿ Use karabiners conforming to EN 362 for connecting to the anchor points. Ÿ It is advisable to use the dorsal attachment D-Ring of the harness for connection to the Retractable Fall Arrester. Ÿ However if it is not possible for any reason, the chest attachment element may also be used. Ÿ It is essential to verify that a minimum 4ms height of free space is available below the user's feet & the ground level at the work place, so that in case of a fall, there will be no collision with the ground or other obstacle in the fall path. Ÿ User is advised to keep the User Instructions document for the life of the product. Ÿ Following conditions may be hazardous & may affect the performance of Retractable Fall Arrester:- Ÿ Extreme temperature Ÿ Trailing or looping of Lanyards over sharp edges. Ÿ Extreme acidic or basic environments. Ÿ Abrasive or sharp edge structures which can damage the equipment. Ÿ Pendulum falls.

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Ÿ Ensure that manufacturer’s packing is used during transportation to prevent damage. In case original packing is not available, use polybag which is sealed to prevent moisture. Ÿ It is essential for the safety of the user that if the product is resold outside the original country of destination, the reseller shall provide instruction for use, for maintenance, for periodic examination and for repair in the language of the country in which product is to be used. Ÿ This is advised that annual inspection should be done by a competent person & if any discrepancy is found in product service will be done at authorized service center only. 7. INSTRUCTION FOR MAINTENANCE : Ÿ In case of minor soiling, wipe the equipment with cotton cloth or soft brush. Do not use any abrasive material. For 0 0 intensive cleaning wash in water at a temperature between 25C to 50C using a neutral detergent. It should be allowed to dry by itself and be kept away from open fire or any other source of heat, Avoid direct sunlight. Ÿ Store in cool dry place, preferably away from moisture, direct sunlight, extra acidic or basic conditions & sharp edges.

MARKING:

(ii)

Min 12kN EN 795

o 50C

o 122F

o -22F

o -30C

o 40max

140kg Max

(viii)

(iii) (iv)

(i)

(vi)

(vii)

MARKING EXPLANATION

(iv) Wire Rope Length

(v)

UID for traceability

The Retractable Fall Arrester is marked with:

(vi) Month/Year of Manufacture

(i)

The CE mark showing that the product meets the

PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425

requirements of the

(vii) Norm & Year (viii) Atex marking

(ii)

Identification of manufactures

(iii) Type or product code

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ICON EXPLANATION

Keep away from sunlight or heavy rains.

Min 12kN EN 795

Ensure that the anchorage point has strength of min 12kN.

0 Ensure that the max angle between the vertical & the lanyard is 40.

o 40max

Ensure that wire rope has no cuts or abrasion marks before use

Once the wire rope has been reeled out, do not leave it suddenly to retract inside on its own, let it go inside gradually by guiding it slowly inside.

Can not be used for horizontal applications.

Connect the lanyard to the Dorsal attachment element of your harness.

0 0 Use between temperature range of -30C to + 50C.

o 50C

o 122F

o -22F

o -30C

To be used by person weighing upto than 140 kgs.

140kg Max

Do not attempt repair unless trained by the manufacturer.

Can not be use at foot level.

Read the instructions carefully before use

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Min 12kN EN 795

o 50C

o 122F

o -22F

o -30C

o 40max

140kg Max

WEBBING LENGTH

Min 12kN EN 795

o 50C

o 122F

o -22F

o -30C

o 40max

140kg Max

Min 12kN EN 795

o 50C

o 122F

o -22F

o -30C

o 40max

140kg Max

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Min 12kN EN 795

o 40max

o 50C

o 122F

140kg Max

o -22F

o -30C

Min 12kN EN 795

o 40max

o 50C

o 122F

140kg Max

o -22F

o -30C

Min 12kN EN 795

o 40max

o 50C

o 122F

140kg Max

o -22F

o -30C

Min 12kN EN 795

o 40max

o 50C

o 122F

140kg Max

o -22F

o -30C

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LIFESPAN: The estimated product Lifespan is 10 years from the date of manufacture. The following factors can reduce the Lifespan of the product: intense use, contact with chemical substances, specially aggressive environments, extreme temperature exposure, UV exposure, abrasions, cuts, violent impacts, bad use or maintenance. DISCLAIMER: Prior to use, the end user must read and understand the manufacturer's instructions supplied with this product at the time of shipment and seek training from their employer's trained personnel on the proper usage of the product. Manufacturer is not liable or responsible for any loss, damage or injury caused or incurred by any person on grounds of improper usage or installation of this product.

EQUIPMENT RECORD

Product Model & type/Identification

Trade Name

Identification number

Tel, email into use

Address

Manufacturer

Date first put into use

Purchase Date

Year of manufacture

Other relevant information (eg. document number)

PERIODIC EXAMINATION AND REPAIR HISTORY

Date

Name and signature of competent person

Periodic examination next due date

Reason for entry (periodic examination or repair)

Defects noted, repairs relevant information carried out and other

Certification Body :

Ongoing Assessment Body: SGS Fimko Oy, Takomotie 8, FI-00380 Helsinki, Finland (Notified Body 0598) SATRA Technology Europe Ltd, Bracetown Business Park, Clonee, Dublin D15 YN2P Ireland (Notified Body 2777)

For EU Declaration, please visit https://kstrong.com/asia/eu-declaration-form/

KStrong Inc. 150 N. Radnor Chester Road Suite F200 Radnor, Pennsylvania 19087 United States Contact number : 1-833-KSTRONG Contact Email: customercare@kstrong.com

AKS/ /140821/V3 AFS510003

www.kstrong.com

USA

ASIA

South America

Declaration of Conformity

In accordance with European PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425

Declaration Number: KSDC3267

Revision: 00

Manufacturer name and address: 150 N. Radnor Chester Road, Suite F200 Radnor , State : PA,Pin-19087. Product Information: AFS510020(SS) KSTRONG BRUTE RETRACTABLE FALL ARRESTER SS WIRE (20M) WITH SWIVEL HOOK AT ATTACHMENT END Product Reference: AFS510020(SS) Manufacturer declares that the product listed above is in conformity with the requirements of the following standard(s): • Standard(s) to which product was tested and for which conformity is claimed, designation and year. EN 360:2002 • ISO 17025-accredited test laboratory address and contact information: SATRA Technology Europe Ltd, Bracetown Business Park, Clonee, Dublin D15 YN2P Ireland (Notified Body 2777) • Ongoing Assessment Body: SGS Fimko Oy, Takomotie 8, FI-00380 Helsinki, Finland (Notified Body 0598) • Certificate / Test report(s) Reference: 2777/10833-01/e00-00

Authorized Signatory Mr. Gary Gill Managing Director 01/04/2021

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