TEUFELBERGER CEclimb Manual de usuario

CECLIMB

HITCH CLIMBER SYSTEM COUNCIL DIRECTIVE

Generic work at height warning 3

Generic work positioning cautions 4

Equipment description, its intended purpose, applications and limitations 5

Responsibilities of the user 7

Nomenclature - configured system and component compatibility 9

CEclimb product markings 11

System capabilities 12

How to install the system 14

Operating formats 17

Operating, transportation, maintenance and storage parameters 20

Lifespan, obsolescence and component inspection 21

Replacement of friction hitch cord (Valdôtain 4+4) and system assembly 27

System inspection record sheet 29

Declaration of conformity (from manufacturer) 30

Notes 31

CONTENT

WARNING

Use of the products can be dangerous. Our products are to be used only for their intended pur-

pose. The customer must ensure that the user is familiar with the proper application and the ne-

cessary safety procedures. Be aware that every product can cause harm if it is used improperly

or overstressed. Subject to technical changes as well as written and print errors.

Work at height is a high risk activity. It is your responsibility to manage those risks.

Before using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) components you must:

Inspect each component for defects;

Read and understand all relevant User Instructions;

Understand the scope of application of each component and any limitations;

Recognise, register and manage the risks involved;

Gain instruction from competent personnel where appropriate; and

Accept that there can be no claim for damages, injury or death resulting from misuse of

equipment.

CAUTION

Failure to manage risks may result in serious injury or death.

Any questions should be sent to: fiberrope@teufelberger.com

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GENERIC WORK AT HEIGHT WARNING

GENERIC WORK ATHEIGHT WARNING

GENERIC WORK POSITIONINGCAUTIONS

This equipment is designed for use as part of a Work Positioning system;

Work Positioning may only be adopted when a thorough Risk Assessment has demons-

trated that the work can be performed safely and the use of other, potentially safer work

equipment is not reasonably practicable;

The user must be securely attached to at least one anchor point at all times;

Each anchor point, and the means of attachment to it, shall be of suitable and sufficient

strength and stability for the purposes of supporting any foreseeable loading including tho-

se in an emergency contingency;

The system must be installed and used in such a way as to prevent unplanned or uncon-

trolled movement of the user;

The potential for a fall shall be minimised at all times;

Where potential for a fall is anticipated, Fall Arrest systems shall be adopted;

Work Positioning systems normally attach to the Ventral point on a Sit Harness. On some

Work Positioning harnesses, the ventral point is considered to be rolling/sliding hardware

on a textile ‘bridge’. Consult the user instructions of the sit harness in question for details.

A Work Positioning system shall only be used if:

The system includes a suitable backup system for preventing or arresting a fall (and

the user is connected to it). A second structural anchor point is required especially

during cutting operations; or

Where it is not reasonably practicable to comply with a), all practicable measures are

taken to ensure that the work positioning system does not fail.

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GENERIC WORK POSITIONING CAUTIONS

The Hitch Climber System is a designed collection of PPE components forming a doubled (run-

ning) rope Work Positioning system. These components have been independently certified indi-

vidually and together as defined systems. System configuration and the neighbour component

compatibility have therefore been verified. When used correctly, and in combination with other

appropriate work at height tools, the Hitch Climber System facilitates safe, precise and efficient

work positioning, thereby aiding the performance of a task.

The Hitch Climber System was developed for work at height in complex structures where the

transition from ascent to descent occurs relatively frequently (e.g. within trees). Users must be

fully conversant with the structures upon which they work and any constraints imposed by those

structures. Hitch Climber Systems allow ascent and descent without the requirement to reconfi-

gure components.

Work at height systems where the rope moves (running rope systems), demand special conside-

ration to rope damage e.g. abrasive and/or sharp edges. Care should be taken to ensure that the

running rope (or any other part of the system) is routed away from surfaces that may damage the

rope (or any other component), or that suitable and sufficient protection is appropriately placed

to ensure the rope and other components are protected.

Whenever possible, this system shall be personal issue. Any relevant documentation, especially

user instructions for each PPE component, shall be issued to the user, read and fully under-

stood before its first use and remain convenient to access. Do not discard instructions. Keep

instructions for future reference. If the system is sold or passed on to another user, the User

Instructions must accompany the equipment. If the system is transferred to another country, it

is the responsibility of the seller/previous user to ensure that User Instructions are in the correct

language for that country.

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION, ITS INTENDED PURPOSE, APPLICATION AND LIMITATIONS.

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION, ITS INTENDEDPURPOSE, APPLICATION AND LIMITATIONS.

In adverse environments, the function of Hitch Climber Systems may be affected. For example,

greater care may be needed to ensure that the friction hitch grabs reliably and that autolock

karabiner gates close and lock. Ice, mud, rain, cold, snow and tree exudates are examples of

localised or climatic conditions that may demand greater attention from the user. Beware, tree

exudates may create conditions similar to those made by lubricants or adhesives. Contamination

of ropes with tree exudates may lead to rope hardening and reduce friction hitch grab reliability.

Maintain ropes so that their function is reliable. Ideally, ropes should always be dry, clean and

equally flexible along their entire length.

Great care shall be taken to ensure that objects (such as leaves or twigs) are not trapped by the

friction hitch. Friction levels may be lowered, the grab function may fail, resulting in descent. To

minimise this risk, users shall plan their route carefully through trees (and other structures where

debris may be encountered) to avoid this situation.

Check also at all times that objects (including karabiners, rope crossings, twigs etc.) do not

contact the top of the friction hitch and affect or eliminate the reliable grab function. This is most

likely to occur in ‘busy’ structures and during complex rescue scenarios e.g. pick-off rescues

when it is necessary to displace friction away from the friction hitch. It is vital that user vigilance

is maintained at all times to avoid unanticipated descent. See The Hitch Climber Guide to the Ca-

nopy for informative details of how to lift and lower pick-off loads with a Hitch Climber System:

www.teufelberger.com/en/products/treecare or www.treemagineers.com.

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION, ITS INTENDEDPURPOSE, APPLICATION AND LIMITATIONS

It is the responsibility of the user to ensure (for example):

The acquisition of relevant training and competence for the Hitch Climber System prior to

first use;

That suitable supervision is in place when and where required;

Suitable physical and mental condition to use the system in both normal and emergency

situations;

That a relevant and ‘live’ Risk Assessment is in place for the work to be carried out which

includes emergency contingencies;

That the Hitch Climber system is maintained using only components approved by TEUFEL-

BERGER Ges.m.b.H., and installed in accordance with the manufacturers procedures;

That alterations made to any part of the Hitch Climber System receive prior written consent

of TEUFELBERGER Ges.m.b.H.;

That the requirements of any relevant national work at height legislation are observed.

Where there appears to be a conflict between legislation and these instructions for use, the

user shall postpone the use of the Hitch Climber System until resolution has been achieved;

That when in service or storage, the system is in a safe and functional condition and pro-

tected from damage;

That the system is only used for the purposes for which it was intended and within an ap-

propriate environment;

That components or the entire system are immediately withdrawn from service, placed in

quarantine and labelled in an obvious manner so that they can not be used by mistake if 1)

there is any doubt about its condition or 2) it has been used to arrest a fall. Components

may only be returned to service following the written authorisation of a Competent Person;

That anchor points are directly above the work position whenever possible;

That the potential for a pendulum swing has been minimised;

That each anchor point system meets the requirements of EN795(B);

That an inspection regime is in place to detect component defects, abrasion and damage

prior to any safety issues arising e.g. pre-use checks, weekly inspections, thorough exami-

nations (see national legislation) and examination after exceptional circumstances;

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RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE USER

RESPONSIBILITIESOFTHE USER

That potential for the conduction of electricity through the system or structure is minimised

prior to, and during, any work activity;

That trailing work equipment, such as rope or lanyards, does not cause a hazard e.g. by

becoming entangled in other work equipment or restricting egress;

That climatic stress (e.g. extreme hot, cold or humidity) does not lead to impairment of

judgement, increase in risk levels and/or injury;

The use of appropriate PPE for the task which (as a minimum) ensures compliance with

local legislation e.g. head, ear, foot and eye protection;

That all safety warnings have been understood and acted upon;

That the climbing line is long enough for safe egress;

That there is a stopper of sufficient size and strength in the end of the rope to stop the

friction hitch running off the end of the rope.

That vigilance is maintained at all times.

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RESPONSIBILITIESOFTHE USER

System Components:

NOMENCLATURE – CONFIGURED SYSTEM AND COMPONENT COMPATIBILITY

NOMENCLATURE –CONFIGURED SYSTEM ANDCOMPONENT COMPATIBILITY

FUNCTION COMPONENT

DESCRIPTION

CERTIFICA-

TION

IMAGE PART NUMBER

Climbing line Braided Safety

Blue

™

Ø 13 mm

rope with eye

splice and stop-

per knot(s)

EN 1891

A: 1998 including

splice

91180: 35 m

91181: 45 m

91182: 60 m

Climbing line Tachyon

™

Ø 11.5 mm rope

with eye splice

and stopper

knot(s)

EN 1891

A: 1998 including

splice

91170: 35 m

91171: 45 m

91172: 60 m

Friction hitch Ocean Polyester

friction hitch cord

Ø 8 mm eye-to-

eye

sling 85 cm

EN 795 B: 1996 7350808

Friction hitch Ocean Polyester

friction hitch cord

Ø 10 mm eye-

to-eye

sling 90 cm

EN 566: 2006 7351012

Hitch climber

pulley

Hitch climber

pulley

EN 795 B: 1996

EN 12278: 1998

NFPA 1983:2006

Class L

85303

NOMENCLATURE –CONFIGURED SYSTEM ANDCOMPONENT COMPATIBILITY

FUNCTION COMPONENT

DESCRIPTION

CERTIFICA-

TION

IMAGE PART NUMBER

Upper and lower

karabiner

Ultra O Locksafe

karabiner

EN 12275: 1998

EN 362: 2004

85302

Constriction

band

Constriction

band

Not applicable 85799

Note that in CEclimb only the components specified in

the table above may be used and that compatibility has

only been tested for these combinations.

Braided Safety Blue™ Ø 13 mm must always be used

with Ocean Polyester Ø 10 mm eye to eye sling 90 cm,

Tachyon™ Ø 11.5 mm rope must always be used with

Ocean Polyester Ø 8 mm eye to eye sling 85 cm.

The components are available as spare parts and may

be ordered from TEUFELBERGER Ges.m.b.H.,

Vogelweiderstrasse 50, 4600 Wels, Austria;

T +43 7242 413-0.

For correct assembling consult chapter “Replacement of

Friction Hitch Cord (Valdôtain 4+4) and System Assem-

bly”.

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