Klein-tools Pole and Tree Climbers, Including Gaff Sharpening User Manual download pdf

Instructions for Proper Use, Assembly and Care

of Klein Pole and Tree Climbers,

Including Gaff Sharpening

General Description

These instructions apply to Klein pole climbers (Cat. No.

1972AR Series and 1986AR Series) and Klein tree

climbers (Cat. No. 1907AR Series).

Klein Tools recommends a combined body,

clothing, and tool weight of 300 pounds or less for

use with our pole and tree climbers.

Pole climbers are available in two size-adjustment

ranges —15"-19" (381-483 mm) and 17"-21" (432-533

mm). Each climber is adjustable in 1/4" (6 mm) increments

for a comfortable fit. Offered with or without pads and

ankle straps. Available with either 1-1/2" (38 mm) or

1-9/16" (40 mm) gaffs (see Figure 1).

Tree climbers have the same features as pole climbers

except their gaffs come in one size, 2-3/4" (70 mm). (See

Figure 2.) Available in two size-adjustment ranges — 15"

to 19" (381 to 483 mm) and 17" to 21" (432 to 533 mm).

Tree climbers are adjustable in 1/4" (6 mm) increments for

a comfortable fit.

Replaceable gaffs are available for Klein pole and tree

climbers and can be installed in the field. Many companies

now replace all gaffs as they become dull rather than incur

the risk of improper resharpening. When resharpening

becomes necessary (for those companies or users who

elect not to replace worn gaffs), use only the Klein Cat.

No. KG-1 gaff gauge, which is available separately or in

the Klein gaff-sharpening kit, Cat. No. KG-2.

To assure proper sharpening, follow the instructions in this

booklet exactly. For your protection, we recommend that

climbers be replaced when the original gaff and two

replacement gaffs have been used on the climbers.

Proper training, inspection, and maintenance are essential

to prevent serious injury or death. The cautions and

instructions in this booklet apply to climber use. Read,

understand, and follow them carefully.

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Save these instructions. Pole and tree

climbers must not be used without first reading,

understanding, and following these instructions. Failure

to read, understand and follow all instructions may result

in serious injury or death. Training and instruction review

should be repeated at regular intervals by the user and his

or her employer.

Improper sharpening of gaffs and the use

of pole or tree climbers for purposes other than

specified here can result in serious injury or death.

The employer and user are solely

responsible for obtaining and correctly using the proper

climbers, gaffs, and other occupational protective

equipment. Use only approved equipment.

Cat. No. 86

Fig. 2 - Tree Climber Gaff

Cat. No. 07

Cat. No. 72

Fig. 1 - Pole Climber Gaffs

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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Including Gaff Sharpening

Instructions for Proper Use, Assembly and Care of Klein Pole and Tree Climbers,Including Gaff SharpeningGeneral DescriptionThese instructions apply to

Page 2 - The Klein Gaff Gauge

2Construcción de los trepadores para postes y árboles de KleinA. Los trepadores son ajustables en incrementos de 1/4 depulgada para brindar el encaje

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3Cómo utilizar los trepadores para postes y árboles de Klein1. Monte el trepador (Figura 5).A. Saque de la caja los manguitos ajustables y los element

Page 4 - General Inspection Procedures

47. Utilice protección de caídas adicional.Utilice siempre protección de caídas si existe algún riesgo decaída. Aunque las normas de OSHA requieren ge

Page 5 - (continued)

Procedimientos de inspección de los trepadores y los garfios (continuación)4.Compruebe el grosor de los garfios con el calibre degarfios de Klein.En e

Page 6 - Gaff Sharpening Instructions

6Procedimientos de inspección de los trepadores y los garfios (continuación)8. Destruya y reemplace todo equipo de protección laboral(EPL) desgastado

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Instrucciones de afilado de garfios (continuación)4. No haga una punta de aguja.Con el fin de no hacer una punta de aguja (vea la Figura 21), limeamba

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Page 9 - ADVERTENCIA

2Construction of Klein Pole and Tree ClimbersA. Climbers are adjustable in 1/4" increments for the mostcomfortable fit. Available in two size ran

Page 10 - ADVERTENCIA:

3How to Use Klein Pole and Tree Climbers1. Assemble the climber (Figure 5).A. Remove adjustable sleeves and sleeve fasteners fromthe box.B. With climb

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47. Use additional fall protection.Always use fall protection if there is a risk of a fall.Although OSHA regulations generally require workers touse f

Page 12 - (continuación)

5Procedures for Inspecting Climbers and Gaffs (continued)4.Check gaff thickness with Klein Gaff Gauge.For pole gaffs only, insert the gaff as far as

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6Procedures for Inspecting Climbers and Gaffs (continued)8. Destroy and replace all worn or damaged OPEequipment.If evidence of excessive wear, deteri

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Gaff Sharpening Instructions (continued)4. Do not make a needle point.In order to not make a needle point (see Figure 21), fileboth side slopes to obt

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Instrucciones para el uso, montaje y cuidado apropiados de los trepadores para postes y árboles de Klein, incluyendo el afilado de garfiosDescripción