Husqvarna HUSO2022 Arborist Climbing Harness User Manual

HUSO2022 Arborist Climbing Harness
User Manual

Climbing Harness

HUSO2022 Arborist Climbing Harness

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1 Manufacturer:
Husqvama AB
SE-561 82 Fluskvarna Sweden Tel: +46-36-146500| 2 Model| 3 Retailer| | |
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7 Date of production| 8 Purchase date| 9 Date of first use| | 10 Date of taking out of service|
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4 Written Inspection record sheet
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inspection date| 6 Name and signature of competent person
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Introduction

Product description and intended use
The product Husqvarna Climbing Harness is a work positioning belt and sit harness, used as personal protective equipment in work positioning systems for arborists.
The load-bearing parts of the product are made of polyester, polyamide, aluminum and Dyneema®.
The ANSI Cobra® buckles are made of aluminum, stainless steel, brass and polymer.
Do not use the product for fall arrest systems.
Do not use the product as lifting equipment as specified in EU directive 2006/42/EC.
Product overview
(Fig. 1)
Note: Blue attachment points are approved for personal protective equipment.
Orange attachment points are not approved for personal protective equipment.

1. Attachment point for equipment. Maximum load: 5 kg/11 lbs.
2. Loops for attachment of a chest assembly
3. Main brackets for attachment of a chainsaw hook. Maximum load: 10 kg/22 lbs.
4. Small brackets for attachment of a chainsaw hook. Maximum load: 10 kg/22 lbs.
5. Loop for chainsaw attachment. Maximum load: 30 kg/66 lbs.
6. ANSI Cobra® buckle, double adjustment
7. Standing side ring for work positioning, 1 on each side. Test loads applied according to EN 358.
8. Lying openable ring, 1 on each side
9. Adjustment buckles, 1 on each side
10. D-shaped attachment point for bridge connection and attachment of climbing or work positioning systems, 1 on each side. Test loads applied according to EN 813.
11. Ring for attachment of climbing or work positioning systems. Test loads applied according to EN 813.
12. Adjustable ANSI Cobra® buckle, 1 on each side
13. Adjustable hip/leg connection, 1 on each side
14. Back padding
15. Leg padding, on each side
16. Elastic waist webbing
17. Elastic leg webbing, on each side
18. Elastic webbing connection between waist and leg
19. Leg loops, on each side
20. Elastic cord set (not pictured)

Approved usage of the attachment points
(Fig. 2)
The numbers refer to the corresponding numbers in Product overview on page 8.

Symbols and markings

life. The actual service life can be shorter. Refer to Service fife of the product on page 14 for more information.
Symbol/marking| Explanation
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“Only competent users should use this equipment”| The product must only be used by trained professional operators.
‘Warning – Not to be used for fall arrest!”| Do not use this product for fall arrest.
The European standard symbols for textile care and washing of textiles are used.
“CERTIFICATES SEE OVERLEAF”| The rear side of the label has information about applicable certifications and stand-ards.
| Manufacturer.
****| The CE mark certifies compliance with the requirements of regulation (EU) 2016/425. The number identifies the testing institute. Refer to Compliance and approvals on page 15
EN 358| Standard for belts for work positioning and restraint and work positioning lanyards.
EN 813| Standard for sit harnesses.
CSA Z259.1-05 PD| Canadian standard on body belts and saddles for work positioning and travel restraint. Group “PD” is for work positioning and descent.
MH49855| UL file number. Identifies certification to CSA.
AS/NZS 1891.1:2020| Australian/New Zealand standard for industrial fall arrest systems and devices, part 1: harnesses and ancillary equipment.
BMP| License number. Identifies certification to AS/NZS.
ASTM F887-20 type A| US American standard specifications for personal climbing equipment, arborist saddle type A.
ANSI Z133-2017| US American standard for arboricultural operations.
| Read the operator’s manual before you use the product.
Labels on the rings, as required by AS/NZS 1891.1:2020
“LIMITED FALL”
“LIMITED FALL – MUST USE WITH OPPOSITE RING”
“POLE STRAP – MUST USE WITH OPPOSITE RING”

Product liability
The manufacturer is not responsible for damages that occur during or after the use of the product if:

• the product is incorrectly used.
• the work positioning system is incorrectly assembled.

Safety

Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out specially important parts of the manual.
WARNING: Used if there is a risk of injury or death for the operator or bystanders if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage to the product, other materials or the adjacent area if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in a given situation.
General safety instructions
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.

• This product can be dangerous if you are not careful or if you use the product incorrectly. Before you use the product, you must read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual.
• You must obey all instructions in this operator’s manual. The risk of serious injury or death increases if the instructions are not obeyed.
• The operator must have necessary knowledge and experience. The operator must be trained in the safe use of the product and in the applicable safety precautions.
• The equipment should if possible be used personally by one operator only.
• Only use the product for the specified intended use and in the specified limited scope.
• The operator must have good medical health.
• The product can cause damage if incorrectly used, stored, cleaned or if it is used with too much load.
• Do the product inspections as given in this operator’s manual.
• Obey local requirements and national regulations for personal protective equipment for arborists.
• Keep this operator’s manual and inspection report together with the product.
• If the product is given to a new operator, make sure that the operator’s manual goes with the product.
• If the product is moved to a different country, it is the responsibility of the previous operator to make sure that the operator’s manual is in the correct language for that country.

Safety instructions before operation
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.

• All components in the climbing or work positioning system must be compatible and correctly configured. You must comply with the recommendations for use of the product together with other components:
• Lanyards must comply with EN 354.
• Other PPE components must comply with the harmonized standards under the regulation EU 2016/425.
• Pursuant to EN 795:2012, anchor points must be capable of withstanding a static load of 12 kN. When using a tree as the anchor point, the same load is applied to the tree.
• Do a visual inspection of the product before operation. If you are not fully sure that the product is safe to use, take it out of service. Refer to To take the product out of service on page 14.
• Prepare a risk assessment (RA) that includes emergency procedures for all possible emergencies. Make sure that emergency and rescue procedures can be done quickly and safely if an emergency occurs.

Safety instructions for operation
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.

• The product must be used by 1 person only.
• Prevent rope slack between the anchor point and the operator. Always keep the work positioning system in tension.
• Select an anchor point at a level that gives the shortest total fall distance and that is applicable for the work tasks of the operator.
• Do not use the product for fall arrest systems. The potential fall distance must never be more than 600 mm.
• There must not be any risk of free fall. If the operator’s feet slip, this is not considered a free fall.
• If it is necessary, make sure that there is a back-up system, such as a fall arrest system.
• Pendulum swings can occur. Always be prepared for the consequences of pendulum swings.
• Do not operate the product in temperatures lower than -30°C or higher than 50°C.
• The metal rings are made of aluminum. Do not use the product in corrosive conditions.
• If the product is subject to a fall, take it out of service immediately. Refer to To take the product out of service on page 14.

Suspension trauma
If the operator sits immobile in a harness for long periods of time, the blood flow can become restricted which can lead to a suspension trauma, also know as harness hang syndrome. These are examples of symptoms but the list is incomplete since symptoms can vary from person to person:

• Paleness of the skin
• Excessive perspiration
• Shortness of breath
• Impaired vision
• Dizziness
• Nausea

WARNING: Risk of death. Call emergency services immediately if the operator shows symptoms of suspension trauma.
If the operator shows symptoms, obey these instructions while you wait for the emergency services:

• Make them improve the blood flow by moving their legs or taking the weight off the leg loops.
• If this is not possible, rescue the operator as fast as possible from the suspended position.
• Put the operator in a comfortable position on level ground.
• Consider other injuries.

Operation

Introduction
WARNING: Read and understand the safety chapter before you use the product.
To do before you operate the product

1. If it is necessary, adjust the rope bridge. Refer to To adjust the rope bridge on page 11.

2. Make sure that the stop knots are correctly tied and that the safety stitching (A) is not damaged. (Fig. 5)

3. Put on the product correctly. Refer to To put on the product correctly on page 11.

4. Install all equipment necessary for the operation on the applicable attachment points on the product.
   a) All attachment points cannot be seen when you have put on the product. If it is necessary to connect to such attachment point, do the connection before you put on the product or let a second person do the connection and make sure that it is safely done.

5. Hang in suspension and try different operation positions to make sure that the product is comfortable and applicable for the operation.

To put on the product correctly

1. Step into the product between the rope bridge and the leg loops. (Fig. 6)
2. Close the elastic waist strap with the hook on the waist belt. (Fig. 7)
3. Close the ANSI Cobra® buckle on the waist belt. (Fig. 8)
4. Close the elastic leg straps with the hook on the left and the right leg loops. (Fig. 9)
5. Close the ANSI Cobra® buckle on the left and the right leg loops. (Fig. 10)

To close and open the ANSI Cobra® buckle

1. Close: (Fig. 11)
2. Open: (Fig. 12)

To adjust the waist belt and leg loops

1. Decrease the length: (Fig. 13)
2. Increase the length: (Fig. 14) (Fig. 15)

Approved rope bridge configurations
The product is supplied with 2 rope bridges, tied together. The top rope bridge has 1 ring. (Fig. 16)
The product is also approved for use with these rope bridge configurations:

• 1 rope bridge with 1 ring.

• 2 rope bridges, individually tied into a knot, each with
  1 ring.
  (Fig. 17)
  (Fig. 18)

• 2 rope bridges, tied together, each with 1 ring.
  (Fig. 19)
  These accessories are approved for use instead of the ring:

• Husqvarna openable ring 40 mm, dark grey (Fig. 20)

• Carabiners that comply with EN 362

• Carabiners that comply with ANSI/ASSE Z359:12

To adjust the rope bridge

1. Select an approved rope bridge configuration. Refer to Approved rope bridge configurations on page 11.
2. Untie the existing knots and install the necessary rings.
3. Tie new stop knots according to the selected configuration.
   a) To adjust the length of the rope bridge, tie the stop knots closer to or further from the center of the rope bridge.
   b) Make sure that the stop knots are correctly tied and that the safety stitching (A) is not damaged. (Fig. 5)

To operate the product as a work positioning belt
The product complies with EN 358, standard for belts for work positioning and restraint and work positioning lanyards.

1. Put your feet in a stable position where you cannot slip.
2. Connect an approved work positioning lanyard to the standing side ring attachment points on each side of the harness. (Fig. 21)

To operate the product as a sit harness
The product complies with EN 813, standard for sit harnesses.

1. Connect the product in 1 of these suspended configurations:
   a) Connected to the ring on the rope bridge, double rope system with friction hitch adjuster. (Fig. 22)
   b) Connected to the ring on the rope bridge, single rope system with friction hitch adjuster. (Fig. 23)
   c) Connected to the D-shaped attachment points, single rope descent with mechanical adjuster. (Fig. 24)

Product inspection

WARNING: Do the product inspections at the intervals given below. There is a risk of serious injury or death if defects are not identified.
Note: Refer to national regulations for other product inspection intervals.
Product inspections must always be done before and after each use. The operator can do these inspections. If the product is used for equipment in occupational health and safety according to EN 365, a product inspection must be done at least each 12 months. If the product is used according to standard AS/NZS 1891.1:2020, a product inspection must be done at least each 6 months. These inspections must be done by a competent person or the manufacturer. The detailed instructions must be obeyed and the findings written on the inspection sheets. Refer to Product inspection record sheet on page 13 and Written inspection record sheet on page 13.
To do a product inspection before each use

• Do a visual inspection of the product.
• If defects are found or if you are not sure that the product is safe to use, take the product out of service. Refer to To take the product out of service on page 14.

To do a product inspection after each use

• Examine the product for abrasion and cuts.
• Make sure that the product label is clearly visible and easy to read.
• If defects are found or if you are not sure that the product is safe to use, take the product out of service. Refer to To take the product out of service on page 14.

To do a product inspection each 6 or 12 months
The 12 month interval applies if the product is used for equipment in occupational health and safety according to EN 365. The 6 month interval applies if the product is used according to standard AS/NZS 1891.1:2020.
WARNING: This product inspection must only be done by a competent person or the manufacturer.
The product inspection must be documented. Refer to Product inspection record sheet on page 13 and
Written inspection record sheet on page 13.

• Do a check of the general product condition:
  a) Do a check of the product age.
  b) Do a check of the completeness of the product.
  c) Make sure that the product is not dirty.
  d) Make sure that the product is correctly assembled.

• Examine the product label:
  a) Make sure that the product label is clearly visible and easy to read.
  b) Make sure that the product label has a CE marking and specifies the year and month of manufacture.

• Examine all individual parts for these types of mechanical damage:
  a) Cuts and cracks
  b) Indentations
  c) Fibrillation and abrasion of fiber parts
  d) Formation of ribs
  e) Kinks
  f) Crush damages

• Examine all individual parts for thermal or chemical
  damages, such as fusing or hardening.

• Make sure that there is no discoloration of the product.

• Examine all metal components for corrosion and deformations.

• Do a check of the condition and completeness of the end connections:
  a) Make sure that there are no damages to the stitching, such as abrasion of the sewing thread.
  b) Make sure that there is no slippage of the splices.
  c) Examine the knots.
  After the product inspection, mark the product with the date of inspection or with the next date for inspection.

Product inspection record sheet (Fig. 3)

1. Manufacturer: Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82
   Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500

2. Model

3. Retailer

4. Batch number

5. Serial number

6. Name of user

7. Date of production

8. Purchase date

9. Date of first use

10. Date of retirement

11. Compatible components within harness based work at height systems

12. Comments

Written inspection record sheet (Fig. 4)

1. Date
2. Inspection type: Pre-use check, Weekly inspection, Thorough inspection or Exceptional circumstances
3. Findings and actions: defects, repairs, etc.
4. Accept, Reject or Correct
5. Next inspection date
6. Name and signature of competent person

Maintenance

To repair the product

• Only let the manufacturer do repairs.

To clean the product
Note: The leg paddings and back padding can be removed and cleaned separately.
WARNING: If the product is exposed to corrosive substances, such as chemicals, aggressive environments or tree exudates, speak to the manufacturer. Do not operate
the product until the manufacturer informs you in writing that it is safe to use.

1. Gently hand wash the product with a mild detergent and water (≤30°C).
   WARNING: Do not machine wash or use a high-pressure washer.

2. Hang the product to dry in a location with good airflow, at room temperature, away from sunlight, fires or other heat sources.
   WARNING: Do not use the product or put it in storage before it is fully dry.

3. Clean the ANSI Cobra® buckles in warm water. If it is necessary, use a neutral soap.

4. Flush the ANSI Cobra® buckles with a large quantity of clear water.

5. Lubricate the joints of all metal parts with a dry lubricant.

To disinfect the product
WARNING: Do not disinfect the product more often than absolutely necessary.
WARNING: Only use disinfectants that do not damage the synthetic material of the product. We recommend isopropyl alcohol, 70% or ethanol.
WARNING: Obey the safety instructions for the disinfectant.

1. Apply the disinfectant to the product surface.
2. Flush with clear water.
3. As an alternative to disinfectants, clean in hot water (60°C) for a maximum of 1 hour.
4. Hang the product to dry in a location with good airflow, at room temperature, away from sunlight, fires or other heat sources.

WARNING: Do not use the product or put it in storage before it is fully dry.
Spare parts
These components are available as spare parts:

• Leg loop, left
• Leg loop, right
• Hip/leg connection
• Bridge knotted, light blue, short
• Bridge knotted, light blue, medium
• Bridge knotted, light blue, large
• Bridge knotted, dark blue, short
• Bridge knotted, dark blue, medium
• Bridge knotted, dark blue, large
• Padding set
• Elastic webbing set, leg/back
• Elastic webbing set, hip/leg
• Openable ring 40 mm, dark grey
• Ring 40 mm, blue
• Elastic cord set

WARNING: Only use original spare parts. Before you use the product, make sure that the spare part is replaced correctly. If you are not sure how to replace a spare part correctly, speak to a competent person or the manufacturer.
To replace a rope bridge
WARNING: Do not replace the rope bridge unless you are a competent person or under supervision of a competent person.

1. Use only Husqvarna rope bridges.
2. Obey the instructions that are included with the new rope bridge.
3. Before the product is used again, make sure that the new rope bridge is installed correctly in an approved configuration. Refer to Approved rope bridge configurations on page 11.

To install the elastic cord set as a gear loop

1. (Fig. 25)
2. (Fig. 26)
3. (Fig. 27)

To install the elastic cord set as a hip/leg connection

1. (Fig. 28)
2. (Fig. 29)
3. (Fig. 30)
4. (Fig. 31)
5. (Fig. 32)
6. (Fig. 33)
7. (Fig. 34)

Service life of the product
The service life of the product is a maximum of 10 years from the date of manufacture.
The product must be discarded after a maximum of 10 years of use.
Maximum service life can only be achieved if the product is used not more than 1 week each year and kept in storage correctly.
The actual service life depends fully on the condition of the product. The condition of the product is affected by these factors:

• UV radiation
• Type and frequency of use
• Product handling and storage
• Climatic influences such as ice or snow
• Operational environments such as salt or sand
• Chemical influences such as battery acid
• Heat contamination
• Mechanical deformation or distortion

Extreme conditions during operation can shorten the service life to a single use only. If the product is damaged before its first use, for example during transportation, it must be discarded immediately and not used.
Mechanical wear and sunlight decrease the service life considerably. Bleached or abraded fibers, discoloration, and hardened spots are signs that show that the product must be discarded.
To take the product out of service
If the product is subject to a fall or shows signs of wear or damage, it must be taken out of service.

1. If you are sure that the product is damaged, discard it.
2. If you think that the product can be damaged, do these steps:
   a) Put a clearly visible label or marking on the product to prevent accidental use.
   b) Let a competent person or the manufacturer do the required tests and inspections.

If the competent person gives a written approval, the product can be used again.

Transportation, storage and disposal

Transportation and storage

• Before transportation and storage, make sure that the product is clean and dry.
• Keep the product away from moisture, light, dirt and nibbling pests.
• Make sure that the storage space meets these requirements:
• There is no compaction of the product.
• The temperature is 15–25°C.
• The air flow is sufficient.
• There is no sunlight, UV radiation or light from welding equipment.
• There are no objects with sharp edges.
• There are no chemicals or other aggressive environments.

Disposal

• Obey national regulations.
• Use the local recycling system.

Technical data

Max. operator weight incl. tools and equipment, kg/lbs……………….. 150/330
Product dimensions
(Fig. 35)

Compliance and approvals

The following standards are applied:

• EN 795B:2012
• EN 358:2018
• EN 813:2018
• AS/NZS 1891.1:2020
• AS/NZS 1891.4:2009
• CSA Z259.1 05:2008
• ASTM F887-20
• ANSI Z133-2017

The product accompanied by this set of instructions is type-examined, CE- marked to state conformity with the European regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This product has been developed according to a risk analysis taking into account the special requirements of arborists. Notified body 0408: TÜV Austria Services GmbH, Deutschstrasse 10, A-1230 Vienna, Austria.
WARNING: Read the standard AS/NZS 1891.4 for instructions how to select, operate and do maintenance on the product correctly to comply with the standard.
This product was tested to EN 358 and EN 813.
Attachment points (A) and (B) were tested to EN 358.
Attachment points (C), (D) and (E) were tested to EN 813.
(Fig. 36)
Declaration of Conformity is available on www.husqvarna.com. Use the search function and search for the product.
Responsible manufacturer: Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82
Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500

www.husqvarna.com
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Documents / Resources

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