2214 - Personal protective equipment Klein Tools - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Hydra-Cool™ Claw Protector Pads
Brand	Klein Tools
Model	2214
Category	Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Climbing
Standard	ASTM F887
Main Material	Padded leather with metal inserts
Fastening System	Velcro® straps and metal locking buckle
Package Contents	1 left pad, 1 right pad, 2 metal inserts, 1 instruction manual
Approximate Weight (pair)	Approximately 1 kg
Dimensions (each)	Approximately 30 cm long, 15 cm wide (adjustable)
Compatibility	Klein Tools lineman's and tree trimmer's climbers
Maximum Recommended Weight Capacity	Body + clothing + tools ≤ 136 kg (300 lb)
Care and Cleaning	Clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent; do not immerse; treat leather with neatsfoot oil
Storage	Store in a clean, dry place between uses
Safety	Inspect before each use; respect minimum Velcro® overlap; remove from service if damaged
Repairability	Replacement parts available: metal inserts, Velcro® straps, metal buckles
Warranty	See Klein Tools website
Intended Use	Leg protection when using climbers to climb poles or trees

Frequently Asked Questions - 2214 Klein Tools

How to assemble the Hydra-Cool™ protector pads to the climbers?

Insert the top spur of the climber with the sleeve into the tunnel loop of the pad. Push until the metal retainer bar aligns with the sleeve loop, then pass the Klein Kord® retainer strap through the loop and secure the Velcro®.

How to properly put on the pad and climber on the leg?

Place your foot into the assembly, tighten the ankle straps, then wrap the free end of the pad into the metal locking buckle. Pull until the minimum overlap warning tag passes through the buckle, then secure the Velcro®.

What is the maximum recommended weight for using this equipment?

Klein Tools recommends a total combined weight (body, clothing and tools) of 300 lb (136 kg) or less when using its climbers and pads.

How to maintain the protector pads?

Clean the straps with a damp cloth and mild detergent. For Velcro® components, use a stiff brush to remove debris. Condition the leather with neatsfoot oil. Air dry, do not use heat.

What to do if the Velcro® no longer adheres properly?

Clean the rough Velcro® strips with a stiff brush. If adhesion is still insufficient, the pad must be removed from service and replaced.

How to inspect the pads before each use?

Check for tears, burns, damaged stitching, excessive wear on leather. Check rivets, buckles and metal inserts (cracks, deformations). Ensure the retainer strap is intact.

Can I use this equipment with other brands of climbers?

The pads are designed for Klein Tools lineman's and tree trimmer's climbers. For compatibility with other brands, consult the manual or contact Klein Tools.

How often should I replace the metal inserts?

Replace immediately if the insert is cracked, bent, or if the retainer bar is missing, cracked, or bent. Inspect before each use.

What does the minimum overlap warning tag mean?

This tag indicates the minimum Velcro® overlap setting to properly secure the pad. You must pass the tag through the locking buckle to ensure sufficient Velcro® contact. Failure to do so could cause the pad to release and result in serious injury.

Is this equipment certified?

Yes, the Hydra-Cool™ protector pads meet the requirements of ASTM F887 standard for climbing personal protective equipment.

USER MANUAL 2214 Klein Tools

For Professionals... Since 1857® USA

Instructions for Proper Use, Assembly and Care of Klein Hydra-Cool™ Climber Pads Model # 2214

ENGLISH Español pg. 9 Français pg. 17 2214R

INTRODUCTION

This instruction manual explains how to properly use, assemble and maintain Hydra-Cool™ Climber Pads. All individuals who use Pole and Tree Climbers must be instructed in how to use that equipment correctly. Also, they must read, understand and follow all instructions and warnings attached to the products and contained in the instructions packed with the products before use.

See also 'Instructions for Proper Use, Assembly and Care of Klein Pole and Tree Climbers, Including Gaff Sharpening' (#139107).

⚠ WARNING: Save these instructions. This equipment must NOT be used by anyone who has not read, understood and followed the instructions and inspection procedures contained in this booklet. 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 end user and his or her employer.

Hydra-Cool™ Climber Pads meet the requirements of ASTM F887.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Hydra-Cool™ Climber Pad Construction Details....3
2. Contents of the Hydra-Cool™ Climber Pads....4
3. Assembling the Hydra-Cool™ Pads to the Climbers ..... 4-5
4. Donning the Assembled Hydra-Cool™ Pad and Climber to your Leg 5-6
5. Specific Procedures for Inspecting Hydra-Cool™ Climber Pads 7
6. Maintenance Procedures ..... 7
7. General Inspection Procedures ..... 7
8. Warnings: Klein Climbers and Pads 8
9. Warning Label - MINIMUM WRAP WARNING .....8

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WARNING

A fall could result in serious injury or death.

Do not use unless properly trained.

Read and follow all instructions and warnings.

1. HYDRA-COOL™ CLIMBER PAD CONSTRUCTION DETAILS

FIGURE 1

A. Webbing and Velcro® construction
B. Warning Label
C. Klein Kord ^® climber retaining strap with Velcro ^® hook end
D. Catalog # and "L" for left leg shown on outside surface of pad
E. Tunnel slot for climber shank with sleeve
F. Slotted opening for climber sleeve loop
G. Velcro® loops – (soft side)

FIGURE 2

H. Free end of pad
I. Metal cinch loop
J. Cushioned leather-inside surface of the pad
K. Velcro ^® hooks – (sharp side)

FIGURE 3

L. Metal insert
M. Retaining bar

Velcro® is a registered trademark of Velcro® Industries B.V.

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FIGURE 1 – Left Hydra-Cool™ Pad Construction Details (front)

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FIGURE 2 – Left Hydra-Cool™ Pad Construction Details (back)

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FIGURE 3 – Left Metal Insert

2. CONTENTS OF HydrA-COOL™ CLIMBER PAdS

• Hydra-Cool™ Climber Pads Model No. 2214

• (1 each) Left & Right Pads

• (1 each) Left & Right Metal Inserts

- Instructions for the Proper Use, Assembly, Care and Maintenance

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3. ASSEMBLING THE HydrA-COOL™ PAdS TO THE CLIMBERs

AFTER rEMOVING OLd PAdS Or BEFOrE AddING PAdS TO A NEW SET OF CLIMBERs, FOLLOW THESE STEPS.

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1 Step into the climber, placing the adjustable sleeve to the inside of the leg.
2 Adjust sleeve height for proper fit, about 1" (25 mm) below the knee. Insert screws into the two (2) aligned holes of each climber, and tighten the supplied nuts on the screws to secure the adjustment.

3 Match the Left and Right climbing pads to the Left and Right climbers.

2214L

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LEFT Climber marked with an "L"

22148

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RIGHT Climber marked with an "R"

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4 Install metal insert in climbing pad, assuring the text on the metal insert is right-side up. Assure the metal insert you are installing is on the correct side (left or right, signified by "L" or "R" at the end of the part number) by matching the last character on the metal insert ("L" or "R") with the last character on the leather climbing pad ("L" or "R"). Push the metal insert into the climber pad until the retaining bar is against the slotted opening in the climber pad.

5 Insert top shank of the climber with sleeve into tunnel slot opening at the bottom edge of the pad. NOTE: Squeezing the tunnel from the sides will aid in pushing the climber through the pad.

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6 Continue pushing the climber through the tunnel until the metal retaining bar is aligned with the sleeve loop.

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Climber sleeve loop properly aligned with the retaining bar.

7 Feeding the Klein Kord® retaining strap through the climber sleeve loop.

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Push the retaining strap and retaining bar through the climber sleeve loop.

8 Pull the retaining strap completely through the sleeve loop and retaining bar. Secure the Velcro® hook end to the Velcro® loops on the pad.

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4. dONNING THE ASSEMBLED HydrA-COOL™ PAd AND CLIMBER TO yOur LEG

1 Step into the climber and pad assembly.

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2 Secure the ankle straps.

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3 Insert the free end of the pad through the metal cinch loop. Webbing must pass through metal cinch loop.

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Webbing must not be twisted

4 Continue to pull the webbing until the MINIMuM WrAP WArNING label is through the metal cinch loop. This will ensure the minimum amount of Velcro® hook and loop adhesion to properly secure the pad to your leg. Failure to do so could cause release resulting in serious injury or death.

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MINIMUM WRIP LOCATION: MILKING No. 100000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 AMOUNTED NO. 123456789999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999 AMOUNTED No. 1234567899999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999 AMOUNTED No. 123456788888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888888

⚠️ WArNING: MINIMuM WrAP LOCATION: Pass warning tag through metal cinch loop to ensure proper hook and loop contact. Failure to achieve the minimum wrap may cause release resulting in serious injury or death.

5 Pull the free end of the pad until it is snug and wrap it around your leg.

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6 Secure the free end around the pad adhering the Velcro® hooks – (sharp side) to the Velcro® loops – (soft side).

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Wrap free end around leg.

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Free end secured around leg.

7 Before climbing check the security of the Velcro® climber pad and climber by taking a step or two on the structure you are climbing.

5. SPECIFIC PROCEDURES FOR INSPECTING HYDRA-COOL™ CLIMBER PADS

Carefully inspect the entire climber before each use.

Remove from service if any of the following conditions are found:

• Klein-Kord ^® retaining strap with Velcro ^® hook is damaged or missing
• Velcro® hooks and loops will not adhere
• Stitching is cut or broken
  • Metal cinch loop is damaged or not securely attached to the pad.
  • Metal insert is cracked or bent.
• Retaining bar is missing, cracked or bent.

1 Check straps and pads.

Make sure straps are secure and not damaged. Pads are free of tears, burns, broken stitches, or excessive wear. Carefully check leather in tunnel slot area for cracking, wear, tearing, weakening, chemical attack, or other signs of deterioration.

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2 Check rivets, metal cinch loop and all other metal components.

Check that rivets and fasteners are not bent, loose, or missing.

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3 Check metal insert and retaining bar. Retaining bar should be staked and free of cracks and/or deformation. Metal insert should be free of cracks, sharp edges and/or deformation.

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6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Clean and maintain equipment as recommended.

1 Webbing.

Clean as needed. Use a damp rag and mild detergent. Avoid immersing in water. Allow pad to air dry.

2 Velcro® components.

Clean clogged Velcro ^® hooks with a stiff brush or another piece of hook material to remove debris.

3 Leather components.

Maintain all leather with Neat's-foot oil or equivalent to prolong life. Clean with saddle soap or other mild soap. Allow leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to speed up the process.

4 Re-inspect all equipment after maintenance.

It is mandatory to re-inspect the equipment after all maintenance was done properly and effectively. Store in a clean and dry location between uses.

7. GENERAL INSPECTION PROCEDURES

For all other Inspection Procedures refer to Instructions for Proper Use, Assembly and Care of Klein Pole and Tree Climbers, Including Gaff Sharpening (#139107).

8. WARNINGS: KLEIN CLIMBERS AND PADS

Climbing equipment is for use by properly trained professionals only.

• Employers should instruct employees as to proper use and warnings before use of equipment.
• Read, understand and follow all information provided with climber before using.
• Use climbing equipment only for the specific purpose for which it was designed and intended.
• Klein Tools recommends a combined body, clothing and tool weight of 300 pounds or less for use with our pole and/or tree climbers.
  • Always visually check that all buckles are properly closed before use.
  • Before each use check that:

(1) gaffs are free of dents, gouges, or scratches,

(2) gaffs have proper width, thickness, point profile, and sharpness using Klein Gaff Gauge KG-1.

• Before each use check that:

(1) climber straps and pads are free of burns, cuts, broken stitches, or excessive wear,
(2) rivets are not bent, loose, or missing,
(3) buckles are not distorted or cracked, tongue does not bind on buckle and buckle holes are not damaged.
(4) REMOVE FROM SERVICE, DESTROY AND DISCARD ITEM IF IT FAILS INSPECTION, AND REPLACE IMMEDIATELY.

- Never punch holes in or alter a strap, climber or pad.

⚠ WARNING: OSHA states that any OPE equipment actually subjected to in-service loading, as distinguished from static load testing, shall be immediately removed from service and shall not be used again to safeguard employees. If any equipment has arrested a fall, immediately destroy and discard it so it can never be used again.

⚠ WARNING: The use of occupational protective equipment without proper instructional materials and training could result in serious injury or death. Klein Tools will supply additional instructional materials, warning tags, or will answer questions on any piece of Klein occupational protective equipment free of charge. Call Klein Tools, Inc. at 1-800-553-4676.

9. WARNING LABEL- MINIMUM WRAP WARNING

MINIMUM WRAP LOCATION: Pass warning tag through metal cinch loop to ensure proper hook and loop contact. Failure to achieve the minimum wrap may cause release resulting in serious injury or death.

MINIMUM WRAP LOCATION: Pass warning tag through metal cinch loop to ensure proper hook and loop contact. Failure to achieve the minimum wrap may cause release resulting in serious injury or death.

WARRANTY

For Professionals... Since 1857® USA

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INTRODUCCIÓN

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ADVERTENCIA

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3. ENSAMBLE de LAS ALMOHAdILLAS HydrA-COOL™ A LOS ESCALAdOrES

dESPuÉS de QuITAr LAS ALMOHAdILLAS VIEJAS O ANTES dE COLOCAr LAS ALMOHAdILLAS AL CONJuNTO NuEVO dE ESCALAdOrES, SIGA ESTAS INSTruCCIONES.

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6. PROCEDIMIENTOS DE MANTENIMIENTO

MINIMUM WRAP LOCATION: Pass warning tag through metal cinch loop to ensure proper hook and loop contact. Failure to achieve the minimum wrap may cause release resulting in serious injury or death.

MINIMUM WRAP LOCATION: Pass warning tag through metal cinch loop to ensure proper hook and loop contact. Failure to achieve the minimum wrap may cause release resulting in serious injury or death.

GARANTÍA

For Professionals... Since 1857® USA

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PRÉSENTATION

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AVERTISSEMENT

A F C E 2014L D

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3. ASSEMBLAGE dES COuSSINETS PROTECTEurS HydrA-COOL™ AuX GrIFFES

APrÈS LA dÉPOSE DES ANCIENS COuSSINETS PrOTECTEurS Ou AVANT L'AJOuT de COuSSINETS À uN ENSEMBLE NEuF de GrIFFES, SulVEZ CES ÉTAPES.

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4. ENFILAGE du COuSSINET PrOTECTEur HydrACOOL™ ET dE LA GrIFFE Sur VOTrE JAMBE

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6. PROCÉDURES D'ENTRETIEN

MINIMUM WRAP LOCATION: Pass warning tag through metal cinch loop to ensure proper hook and loop contact. Failure to achieve the minimum wrap may cause release resulting in serious injury or death.

MINIMUM WRAP LOCATION: Pass warning tag through metal cinch loop to ensure proper hook and loop contact. Failure to achieve the minimum wrap may cause release resulting in serious injury or death.

GARANTIE

For Professionals... Since 1857 ^® LON