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5.4 DEFECTS: If inspection reveals a defective condition, remove unit from service immediately and destroy.
NOTE: Only DBI-SALA or parties authorized in writing may make repairs to this equipment.
5.5 PRODUCT LIFE: The functional life of DBI-SALA harnesses is determined by work conditions and
maintenance. As long as the product passes inspection criteria, it may remain in service.
6.0 MAINTENANCE, SERVICING, STORAGE
6.1 WASHING INSTRUCTIONS:
Full body harness: Clean full body harness with water and a mild soap solution. Do not use bleach or
bleach solutions. Wipe off hardware with a clean, dry cloth, and hang to air dry. Do not force dry with heat.
An excessive buildup of dirt, paint, etc. may prevent the full body harness from working properly, and in
severe cases degrade the webbing to a point where it weakens and should be removed from service. More
information on cleaning is available from DBI-SALA. If you have questions concerning the condition of your
harness, or have any doubt about putting it into service contact DBI-SALA.
Fire Resistant Padding:
• Remove pads from harness for laundering. Place the harness in the supplied laundry bag. The bag is
designed to prevent entanglement of harness and to protect the washing machine from damage. Use of
the laundry bag to wash the pads is optional.
• Launder ame resistant pads separately from harness or other non-ame resistant garments. Lint from
other garments may affect ame resistance.
• Use a bleach-free detergent when washing both the harness and the pads. Do not use soap; soap may
leave a residue which could affect ame resistance.
• Do not use chlorine bleach. Bleach may weaken fabric and reduce product life.
• Oily or greasy stains may be pre-treated and washed in hot water 140°F max (60°C max).
• Use delicate, permanent press, or cotton sturdy wash cycle with cold or warm water. Hot water can be
used on heavily soiled items as long as it does not exceed 140°F (60°C). Use extra rinse cycle to be sure
all residual wash chemicals are removed.
• Air dry or tumble dry using permanent press cycle and low heat. Drying temp should not exceed 200°F
(93°C). These fabrics dry quickly, for lowest shrinkage, do not over dry.
6.2 Additional maintenance and servicing procedures must be completed by a factory authorized service center.
Authorization must be in writing. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit.
6.3 Store full body harnesses in a cool, dry, clean environment out of direct sunlight. Avoid areas where
chemical vapors may exist. Thoroughly inspect the full body harness after extended storage.
7.0 SPECIFICATIONS
7.1 PERFORMANCE
Maximum Free Fall Distance: No greater than 6 feet (1.8 m), per federal law and ANSI Z359.1.
Maximum Arresting Force: 1,800 lbs. (8 kN)
Capacity: ANSI Z359.1--310 lbs (141 kg), CSA Z259.10---352 lbs (160 kg)
Approximate Weight:
• Harness only: 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)
• Harness with Side D-rings: Add 1/2 lb. (.23 kg)
• Harness with Back Pad or Belt: Add 1 lb. (.45 kg)
Cross-over Style Harness Patent numbers: United States: 5,203,829, Canada: 2,080,643
All harnesses, excluding Kevlar harnesses, meet ANSI Z359.1 and OSHA requirements.
7.1 MATERIALS
Standards: All harnesses marked with ASTM F887-2004 meet all testing requirements of the standard.
Webbing Materials: 6,000 lbs (27kN) Tensile Strength Polyester; 7,000 lbs (31 kN) Tensile Strength Nylon;
7,000 lbs. (31 kN) Tensile Strength Nomex™ covered Kevlar™.
Pad and Label Cover Materials:
• All outer fabric is Nomex and Kevlar blend fabric
• Fire resistant hook and loop fasteners
Optional Accessories:
• Hip Pad with side D-ring • Arc-rated hip, leg, and back pads
• Nomex covered Kevlar webbing • Polyurethane coated, arc-rated dorsal web loop
• Non-sparking/ Non-conductive PVC coated hardware