Tool Tether Guide

Tool Tether Guide Simply follow the step-by-step instructions and videos in this interactive Tool Tether Guide. Tool Tether Guide Unsure how to correctly install a tether point on your tool? Or need some training videos for your team? Simply follow the step-by-step instructions and videos in this interactive Tool Tether Guide. It allows you to find any tether point and watch how it should be installed to create a secure attachment point on your tool. When you’re done, your tool will be ready to attach your tool lanyard and begin work. To help save time, we’ll also list everything you’ll need to complete the installation of each tether point. Use this as your go-to guide for tool tethering and you’ll be certain that every tether is safely installed across your site. Instant Tether System™ Instructions Step 1Select the correct D Ring Tether for your tool. Step 2Cut a length of Tether Tape™ long enough to wrap around the tool at least 8 times. Remove the plastic backing. Step 3Check the tool is clean and locate the D Ring Tether, ensuring that the label is facing up. Wrap the Tether Tape™ around the D Ring Tether, leaving the webbing catch exposed. Expert tip: Leave the label free so that it can be easily inspected. Step 4Ensure that the Tether Tape™ is firmly stretched during application. The self-fusing technology is activated when stretched between 5-10% and causes it to fuse permanently. Step 5Test the tether point before putting the tool into use. You will need: Tether Tape™, Large D Ring Tool Tether / Small D Ring Tool Tether / Non-Conductive D Ring Tool Tether, Scissors Tether Loop™ Instructions Step 1Select the correct size of Tether Loop™ that allows enough room for lanyard connection. Step 2Pass the Tether Loop™ through a captive hole or handle in the tool. Step 3Align the thumb screw and the threaded head and tighten until fully locked. Step 4Permanent Fixture Option – Apply a small amount of Locktite threadlocking glue to the thread before finally tightening. Step 5Test the tether point before putting the tool into use. You will need: Tether Loop™, (Optional: Locktite Threadlocking Glue) Tether Ring™ Instructions Step 1Select the correct size of Tether Ring™ that allows enough room for lanyard connection. For shaped tools, ensure that it is small enough not to slide off. Step 2Use pliers to separate the Tether Ring™ and thread onto the tool, in the same manner as a key ring. Step 3Test the tether point before putting the tool into use. You will need: Tether Ring™, Long Nose Pliers or Split Ring Pliers D Ring Loop Tool Tether Instructions Step 1Pass the loop end through the captive handle or hole of the tool. Step 2Lift the D Ring end over the tool and pass through the open loop to create a cinch. Step 3Pull tightly to secure. Step 4Test the tether point before putting the tool into use. You will need: 360 D Ring Loop Tool Tether Tether Choke™ Instructions Step 1Pass the loop end through a captive handle or hole. Step 2Lift the V Ring end over the tool and pass through the open loop to create a cinch. Step 3Pull tightly to secure. Step 4Test the tether point before putting the tool into use. You will need: Tether Choke™ Tether Choke™, Single Arm Instructions Step 1Pass the loop end around the handle of the tool. Ensure the securing arm is facing away from the trigger if using on a powered tool. Step 2Pass the V Ring through the loop end to securely cinch around the tool. Step 3Cut a length of Tether Tape™ long enough to wrap around the tool at least 5 times. Remove the plastic backing. Step 4Wrap the Tether Tape™ around the securing arm, leaving the webbing catch exposed. Ensure that the Tether Tape™ is firmly stretched during application, as this activates the self-fusing technology. Step 5Test the tether point before putting the tool into use. You will need: Single Arm Tether Choke™, Tether Tape™, Scissors Tether Choke™, Twin Arm Instructions Step 1Pass the loop end around the tool. Step 2Pass the V Ring through the loop end to securely cinch around the tool. Step 3Cut 2 lengths of Tether Tape™ long enough to wrap around the tool at least 5 times. Remove the plastic backing. Step 4Wrap the Tether Tape™ around the securing arms, leaving the webbing catch exposed. Ensure that the Tether Tape™ is firmly stretched during application, as this activates the self-fusing technology. Step 5Test the tether point before putting the tool into use. You will need: Twin Arm Tether Choke™, Tether Tape™, Scissors Helmet Lanyard Instructions Step 1Pass the short end through the helmet accessory slot. Step 2Push the end through the clamp and close tightly. Step 3Check the lanyard is securely attached to the helmet. Step 4Attach the Tough Teeth™ clip to your garment and check that it is securely fastened. OptionIf the accessory slot is not available, attach the loop end to the helmet’s harness system. You will need: Helmet Lanyard Coil Helmet Lanyard Instructions Step 1Pass the loop end through the helmet accessory slot. Step 2Pass the clip end through the loop and tighten. Step 3Check the lanyard is securely attached to the helmet. Step 4Attach the Tough Teeth™ clip to your garment and check that it is securely fastened. You will need: Coil Helmet Lanyard Tape Measure Tether Instructions Step 1Open the Tape Measure Tether and release the velcro adjustment system. Step 2Place the tape measure inside and tighten the side adjustment system. Step 3Pull the upper flap over the tape measure firmly and fasten. Repeat with the lower flap to close. Step 4Holding the tape measure, test the tether point before putting into use. You will need: Tape Measure Tether Drill Harness™ Instructions Step 1Open the trilock velcro closure and slide the battery into harness. Step 2Attach trilock velcro closure around the handle of the drill, closing the inner, middle and outer straps in opposite directions. Step 3Check the drill harness is fitted securely to drill. Step 4Attach your Tool Lanyard of choice and check everything is secure before using.