Klein Tools FPD-5295 - Manual (Page 11)

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11. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
A written log of all service and inspection dates for this equipment
should be maintained by the company safety officer or other
competent individual.
1 Clean and maintain equipment as recommended. Wash with
warm water and mild detergent. Avoid harsh chemical agents
such as degreasing compounds, turpentine, paint thinner,
gasoline, and other solvents.The warning packet includes an
inspection grid for this purpose.
2 Inspect and lubricate all snap hooks after cleaning to make
sure they operate properly and close securely. Use an all-
purpose spray lubricant or light motor oil.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS
Type of
Material Exposure to
Excessive Heat Exposure to
Chemicals Exposure to Molten
Metal or Flame Exposure to
Paints or Solvents
Nylon
Webbing Poor resistance.
Becomes
brittle, has a
shriveled brown
appearance.
Fibers will break
when flexed.
Weakens at
300°F (149°C).
Generally good
resistance
except around
strong acids
and phenolic
compounds
(phenol is
present in coal
tar and wood
tar), which
cause it to
become brittle.
Poor resistance.
Strands fuse
together and form
hard shiny spots.
Has hard and brittle
feel. Will not support
combustion.
Generally offers
good resistance.
However, paint can
penetrate into the
weave and dry.
This can cause
webbing to become
hard and brittle
and can eventually
break the fibers.
Some solvents may
affect fibers.
Klein-Kord ® Similar to
nylon; however,
neoprene will
protect nylon
fabric for a
period of time.
Excellent
resistance to
hydrocarbons
as used
in wood
treatment, due
to neoprene.
Similar to nylon;
however neoprene
helps protect nylon
fabric from welding
splatter.
Excellent
resistance;
however, some
strong solvents
could soften
neoprene and
attack nylon.
12. GENERAL INSPECTION PROCEDURES
1 Check for wear and deterioration. Before each use, carefully
inspect your Wood Pole Fall Restrict Device (WPFRD) for signs
of wear or deterioration or evidence of impact loading. IF ANY
SIGNS OF IMPACT LOADING ARE EVIDENT, THE DEVICE
MUST BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE. Visually inspect for
loose threads, pulled rivets, burns, cuts, abrasions, or evidence
of chemical or physical deterioration that may have weakened
the material or assembly.
2 Inspect hardware for malfunctions and cracks; including
(2A) belt buckles, (2B) snap hooks, (2C) carabiner, (2D) cam
bracket sub-assembly, (2E) guide bracket and stops. Check
that snap hooks, carabiner and cam bracket sub-assembly are
not distorted or cracked and that the keepers are free of burrs,
functioning properly, clean, and not bent.
3 Destroy and replace all worn or damaged equipment.
Immediately destroy and replace any OPE system component
which does not pass inspection.
Should any unusual conditions be noted during
the inspection which are not specified here, do not use the
suspect equipment until a qualified individual has made a
decision on its usability.
2C
2D
2E
2B
2A