Miller FADA MAN_WIN 30M ManHandler Man-Rated Hoist Winch Instruction Manual

by Honeywell

ManHandler®
Man-Rated Hoist/Work Winch
User Instruction Manual

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Thank you for your purchase of Miller Fall Protection equipment. Miller brand products are produced to meet the highest standards of quality at our ISO 9001 certified facility. Miller Fall Protection equipment will provide you with years of use when cared for properly.

WARNING
All persons using this equipment must read, understand and follow all instructions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. Do not use this equipment unless you are properly trained.

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It is crucial that the authorized person/user of this fall protection equipment read and understand these instructions. In addition, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that all users are trained in the proper use, inspection, and maintenance of fall protection and confined space equipment. Fall protection training should be an integral part of a comprehensive safety program. Proper use of fall arrest systems can save lives and reduce the potential of serious injuries from a fall. The user must be aware that forces experienced during the arrest of a fall or prolonged suspension may cause bodily injury. Consult a physician if there is any question about the user’s ability to use this product. Pregnant women and minors must not use this product.

Purpose

The Miller ManHandler Man-Rated Hoist/Work Winch is a manually operated hoist/winch designed for a range of applications including

• confined space entry;
• work positioning or suspension of personnel;
• personnel/material handling; or
• emergency rescue.

Except when used as an emergency rescue device, independent fall protection must be used in conjunction with this unit to raise, lower, position, or suspend personnel.

General Requirements, Warnings & Limitations

All warnings and instructions shall be provided to authorized persons/users.

All authorized persons/users must reference the regulations governing occupational safety (including confined space regulations), as well as applicable ANSI or CSA standards. Please refer to the product labeling for information on specific OSHA regulations, and ANSI and CSA standards met by this product.

All authorized persons/users of this equipment must be trained in proper confined space procedures.
Proper precautions should always be taken to remove any obstructions, debris, material, or other recognized hazards from the work area that could cause injuries or interfere with the operation of the system.
All equipment must be inspected before each use according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
All equipment should be inspected by a qualified person on a regular basis.
This unit must be removed from service if any part of the system appears to be damaged or does not pass inspection.
To minimize the potential for accidental disengagement, a competent person must ensure system compatibility.
Equipment must not be altered in any way.
Do not attempt to service this device. Repairs must be performed only by the manufacturer, or persons or entities authorized in writing by the manufacturer.
The authorized person/user shall have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement it when using this equipment.
Any equipment subjected to the forces of arresting a fall or affecting a rescue must be removed from service.
Never use the equipment for purposes other than those for which it was designed.
Environmental hazards should be considered when selecting fall protection equipment. Equipment must not be exposed to chemicals that may produce a harmful effect. Use in highly corrosive or caustic environments dictates a more frequent inspection and servicing program to ensure the integrity of the device is maintained. Contact Miller Technical Services if in doubt.
Do not allow equipment to come in contact with anything that will damage it including, but not limited to, sharp, abrasive, rough, or high-temperature surfaces, welding, heat sources, electrical hazards, or moving machinery.
Equipment must be kept clean and free of contaminants. Do not lubricate this unit.
Never remove product labels, which include important warnings and information for the authorized person/user.

MAXIMUM CAPACITY
For use by ONE person only. The maximum capacity is 350 lbs. (159kg), including tools. — DO NOT EXCEED THIS WEIGHT. ANSI Z359.4 capacity range is 130 lbs. (59kg) to 310 lbs. (140kg).

FORCE REQUIRED FOR RESCUE
The force required to operate rescue features when the device is loaded to capacity is 22 lbf. (98N).

LIFELINE WARNINGS

• Check the maximum cable length required for the application before using it to ensure that the unit has sufficient capacity.
• When a lifeline is attached to a worker’s harness, it must remain taut. Never allow lifeline to become slack or to pass under or entwine around the user’s arms, legs, neck, or any other obstacle.
• The lifeline must be kept clean.
• Do not allow lifeline to come in contact with sharp edges or abrasive surfaces.

SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY

The Miller ManHandler Hoist/Winch is designed for use with Miller-approved components. Substitution or replacement with non-approved component combinations or subsystems or both may affect or interfere with the safe function of each other and endanger the compatibility within the system. This incompatibility may affect the reliability and safety of the total system. TRAINING The purchaser of this equipment must ensure that all personnel using this equipment are familiar with these instructions and are properly trained in the operation, limitations, installation, inspection, and maintenance of this product. Training should be conducted periodically and without exposing the trainee to a fall hazard.

ANCHORAGE REQUIREMENTS

For applications requiring the use of a personal fall arrest system in conjunction with this unit, anchorages must be capable of supporting 5,000 lbs. (22.2kN) per worker or meet OSHA requirements for a safety factor of two. Anchorage requirements based on ANSI are as follows:

• For fall arrest systems, anchorages must withstand a static load of 5,000 lbs. (22.2kN) for non-certified anchorages or two times the maximum arresting force for certified anchorages.
• For positioning systems, anchorages must withstand a static load of 3,000 lbs. (13.3kN) for non-certified anchorages or two times the foreseeable force for certified anchorage.
• For rescue systems, anchorages must withstand a static load of 3,000 lbs. (13.3kN) for non-certified anchorages or five times the applied load for certified anchorages.
• When more than one personal fall arrest system is attached to an anchorage, the above anchorage strengths must be multiplied by the number of personal fall arrest systems attached to the anchorage.

Installation

The ManHandler Hoist/Winch is equipped with a built-in bracket for attachment to approved anchorage systems and devices, such as the Miller DuraHoistTM Confined Space System and Miller Tripods, Quad Pods, Davit Systems, Wall Mounts, etc.
To install the ManHandler Hoist/Winch, simply align the holes on the built-in mounting bracket with the holes on the mounting device being used (i.e., tripod or other approved anchorage) and insert the push pins completely through the bracket (see Fig. 1 & 2).
The ManHandler Hoist/Winch must be inspected before each use as described in section 4.1 Inspection and Operation of this manual.

WARNING: Always ensure that the snap hook of the ManHandler unit is properly secured to a compatible connection, such as a worker’s harness back D-ring, and is closed and locked when in use. Independent fall protection must be utilized if the ManHandler Hoist/Winch is being used to raise, lower, position, or suspend personnel in a non-emergency situation. A Miller retractable lifeline or a Miller retractable lifeline with recovery capabilities is recommended.

Inspection, Operation & Maintenance

Inspection and Operation

WARNING: The ManHandler Hoist/Winch must be inspected before each use. If the unit is used as an emergency retrieval device, it must be inspected prior to personnel entering the confined space in order to facilitate a quick recovery. In addition to the inspection required before each use, a competent person must inspect this unit at least annually. This periodic inspection should be set by the user’s employer. Annual factory recertification is not required unless the unit is subjected to the forces of arresting a fall or affecting a rescue.

CAUTION: Always wear gloves when inspecting wire rope/cable units; broken strands can cause injury!

1. Device Housing and Parts/Mounting Bracket: Inspect the unit for bent, cracked, distorted, worn, malfunctioning, or damaged parts; loose fasteners or missing parts/components; deterioration; deformation; corrosion; or any other indications of damage/problems that may affect the integrity and operation of the product. If in doubt, contact the manufacturer.

2. Lifeline: The entire length of the lifeline should be checked for signs of damage. Inspect for cuts or broken strands, unusual wearing patterns, corrosion, kinks, or chemical damage.

3. Lowering and Raising Operation: Apply a light tension [50 lbs. (23kg) minimum] on the cable lifeline, and: a) Rotate the crank handle in a counterclockwise direction to extend the cable from the unit (lower).
   Note: When the cranking is stopped, the friction brakes must securely hold the load without the crank handle rotating. Should this brake malfunction, an independent Overspeed braking system will be activated.
   b) Rotate the crank handle clockwise to return the cable to the unit (raise). There should be a clicking noise heard while the cable is being cranked into the unit.

4. Snap Hook: Check the snap hook to be sure that the gate operates freely, the locking mechanism functions properly, and the swivel rotates smoothly. The gate should seat into the nose without binding and should not be distorted or obstructed. The gate spring should exert sufficient force to firmly close the gate. The locking mechanism must prevent the gate from opening when the gate is closed. Inspect the snap hook for any signs of damage to the gate; bent, cracked, or distorted components; corrosion, or pitted surfaces.

5. Anchorage Connection: Make sure the unit is properly anchored to the mounting device and the push pins are properly installed through the mounting bracket. If the system is equipped with a sheave and carabiner, check to ensure the carabiner is properly seated and in the locked position between the sheave and anchorage point. UNITS THAT DO NOT PASS INSPECTION OR HAVE BEEN SUBJECTED TO THE FORCES OF ARRESTING A FALL OR AFFECTING A RESCUE MUST BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE.

Maintenance

Basic care of all safety equipment will prolong the durable life of the unit and will contribute toward the performance of its vital safety function.

Servicing

Servicing of the Miller ManHandler Hoist/Winch must only be carried out by Miller Fall Protection or persons or entities authorized in writing by Miller Fall Protection. A record log of all servicing and inspection dates for this device must be maintained. Only original Miller replacement parts are approved for use in this device. Repairable devices must be returned to our facilities or an approved service center for physical inspection and recertification whenever they do not pass inspection or have been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall or affecting a rescue. Non-repairable devices that do not pass an inspection must be disposed of in a manner to prevent inadvertent further use. Contact your Miller distributor for a return authorization number.

Cleaning and Storage

Periodically clean the exterior of the device and wipe the lifeline using a damp cloth and mild detergent. Towel dry. Store in a clean, dry location when not in use. The lifeline should be fully retracted into the device when not in use.

Product Specifications

Model

| Lifeline Material| Length|

Weight

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8442/65FT
8442-Z7/65FT| 3/16 in.| 65 ft. (20m)| 39 lbs. (18kg)
8442SS/65FT
8442SS-Z7/65FT| 3/16 in. stainless steel cable| 65 ft. (20m)| 39 lbs. (18kg)
8442/100FT
8442-Z7/100FT| 3/16 in.| 100 ft. (30.5m)| 41.275 lbs. (19kg)
8442SS/100FT
8442SS-Z7/100FT| 3/16 in. stainless steel cable| 100 ft. (30.5m)| 41.275 lbs. (19kg)
*Models with “Z7” in the part number have an ANSI Z359.1 compliant snap hook with a minimum gate load strength of 3,600 lbs. (16kN).

CERTIFICATION: All 8442 models meet OSHA. 8442-Z7 and 8442SS-Z7 models also meet ANSI Z359.4.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS TECHNIQUES / ESPECIFICACIONES TECNICAS

Maximum Capacity| 350 lbs. (159kg)
Maximum Working Length| 100 ft. (30.5m) or 65 ft. (20m) depending on unit 30,5 m (100 pi) ou 20 m (65 pi) selon l’unite / 100 pies (30.5m) o 65 pies (20m) dependiendo de la unidad
Brake Systems| Holding and Inertia – Friction Disk
Gear Ratio| 5:1
Retrieval Speed| 20 ft./min. (6.096m/min.)
6,096 m/min (20 pi./min) / 20 pies/min. (6.096m/min.)
Force Required to Operate Rescue Features when Device is Loaded to Maximum Capacity| 22 lbs. (98N)

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

Product specification sheets may be downloaded at www.millerfallprotection.com.

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WARNING!
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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by Honeywell

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