Tethering Guide

Tethering Guide Tether-Ready Ratchets GEARWRENCH tether-ready ratchets have a patented two-step locking quick-release ratchet design that makes unintentional socket drops virtually impossible. The ratchet head design supports all existing GEARWRENCH full polish chrome sockets and needs no pin or awl when adding or removing a socket from the ratchet tang. The full polish chrome handle design features an integrated tether connection point – a tether through-hole with a wire rope ring – allowing the ratchet to be added to a tethering system without additional retrofitting. Precision-engineered high strength pawl for increased durability Highly visible flush mounted on/off lever on the ratchet head 90-tooth gear delivers a 4° swing arc to turn fasteners in tight confines Bright, full polish chrome finish easily wipes clean and resists corrosion Integrated wire rope ring allows for simple attachment to tether connection systems Lightweight design allows ratchet to be used with most wrist tether connection methods (wrist tool lanyards, tether wristbands, etc.) to provide better access and control of ratchet when used Patented two-step locking quick-release design makes unintentional socket drops virtually impossible Meets or exceeds ASME specifications 90-tooth - 4 degree swing arc for tighter turns Carabiner Lanyards Corded loop with adjustable barrel lock allows for simple tool attachment Lightweight design decreases snag hazards and provides ultimate efficiency for the user Dual locking carabiners on each end of lanyard allow for simple connections of tether-ready tools to the user (88764) Heavy-duty 100% high strength polyester stitching for added strength High visibility GEARWRENCH orange lanyard Swivel carabiner design (88762) allows for freer movement on carabiner end of lanyard and prevents entanglement Knurled locking carabiner screw gate allows for better grip when locking and unlocking carabiner Shock-absorbing lanyard design diminishes force and protects the body or other anchor points if a drop occurs Carabiners are made from corrosion-resistant aluminum with easy-to wipe-clean black oxide finish Extended length carabiner lanyard (88763) provides 12.5% additional access. 54" maximum stretched length vs 48" maximum stretched length on (88761) Coiled Cable Lanyards Stainless steel swivel connection allows for better access when lanyard is part of a tethering system Lanyard made from polyurethane-covered aircraft cable for added strength and protection Coiled design prevents snagging and tangling hazards possible with nylon webbing lanyards High visibility GEARWRENCH orange lanyard Dual locking carabiners on each end of lanyard allow for simple connections of tether-ready tools to the user Knurled locking carabiner screw gates allow for better grip when locking and unlocking carabiners Detachable Lanyard and Loops Modular buckle system allows for quick loop exchanges on the lanyard Corded loop with adjustable barrel lock allows for simple tool attachment Lanyard nylon webbing made with heavy-duty 100% high strength polyester stitching for added strength High visibility GEARWRENCH orange lanyard Knurled locking carabiner screw gate allows for better grip when locking and unlocking carabiner Detachable lanyard design allows multiple detachable loops to be used with one lanyard Shock-absorbing lanyard design diminishes force and protects the body or other anchor points if a drop occurs Lightweight design decreases snag hazards and provides ultimate efficiency for the user Elastic Loop Tails Design allows for tether point creation on almost any tool when used with GEARWRENCH Cold Shrink Tubes or Self-Sealing Tether Tape Stainless steel swivel connection allows for better access when loops are part of a tethering system Loop nylon webbing made with heavy-duty 100% high strength polyester stitching for added strength High visibility GEARWRENCH Molten Orange tubular nylon webbing and black stretch cord Design allows the loop to be used as an anchor for a harness, belt, or structure Corded loop with adjustable barrel lock allows for simple tool attachment Wrist Tool Lanyards Wrist cuff webbing material made from smooth polyester for long-wearing comfort Upon drops of connected tools, the corded material absorbs the energy force of the dropped connected tool, protecting the user’s wrist. Corded loop is attached by a swivel connection to help avoid snag hazards and provide better access to the connected tool An adjustable hook-and-loop strap assures a secure fit on the user's wrist Includes corded loop with an adjustable barrel lock for simple tool attachment Tether Wristbands Wrist cuffs are made from elastic polyester material for comfort and ease of use Tether wristbands provide a closer tethering connection system for the user and the Tether-Ready tool Integrated D-ring connection point secured with heavy-duty 100% high strength polyester stitching Integrated D-ring allows for simple exchanges of items with tether connection points An adjustable hook-and-loop strap assures a secure fit on the user's wrist Pull-on wristband design allows for easy put-on and take-off from the user’s wrist Self-Sealing Tether Tape Fiberglass reinforcement for added durability and strength Material composition allows tape to adhere to virtually any clean tool surface No adhesive mess left behind after removal Tape elongation properties allow tape to conform to the shape of tool handles and be repositioned during installation Ready for use after installation, no waiting period required D-Ring Webs D-ring webs create instant tether connection points with almost any tool with use of GEARWRENCH Self-Sealing Tether Tape D-rings are made from 304 stainless steel for added strength and durability Webbing material made from heavy-duty nylon for strength and durability D-ring allows for simple exchanges to multiple different tether connection point items D-ring connection point secured with heavy-duty 100% high strength polyester stitching Tether Heat Shrink Provides added protection in harsh work environments to tether connection points created with GEARWRENCH Self-Sealing Tether Tape Reduces in size up to 200% when heat is applied, creating a protective seal over an existing tether connection point to extend its life Shrink protects tether connection points by repelling dirt, water, dust, oil and other abrasives Heat shrink provides an added layer of strength to existing tether connection points Tether Cold Shrink Shrink protects tether connection points by repelling dirt, water, dust, oil and other abrasives Simple installation, without use of heat, or other tools, to create a secure tether connection point Compatible for tool tether point creation with loops and tails, no other items needed Ready for use after installation, no waiting period required Cold Shrink reduces in size up to 50% after removal of internal core, creating secure, long-lasting tether connection point. Made from EDPM rubber for superior strength No adhesive mess left behind after removal Tether Shackles Full polish chrome finish prevents rust and corrosion in harsh environments Economical one-step tether connection solution for tools with a tether through-hole Made from premium 304 stainless steel providing superior strength U-shaped design creates clean, secure attachment points for tethering Tether Split Rings Economical one-step tether connection solution for tools with a tether through-hole Full polish chrome finish prevents rust and corrosion in harsh environments Quick installation process to tool with use of ring pliers Made from premium 304 stainless steel providing superior strength 10pc Tool Tethering Kit Set allows for the creation of tether connection points on eight hand tools Material composition of Self-Sealing Tether Tape allows it to adhere to virtually any clean tool surface High visibility GEARWRENCH Molten Orange lanyard Carabiner lanyard corded loop has an adjustable barrel lock allows for simple tool attachments Tether-Ready Tools GEARWRENCH branded hand tools designed with tether ready through holes allowing connection to virtually any tethering system. Retrofitted Tether-Ready Tools GEARWRENCH branded hand tools retrofitted with tethering accessories. The retrofitted hand tools contain a tether connection point ready to connect to a tethering system. Product Warnings Tether-Ready Ratchet · Only use GEARWRENCH Tether-Ready Ratchets with sockets that include internal machined detent grooves inside the drive end of socket. Use of sockets without internal machined detent grooves inside the drive end of socket may not securely hold socket onto the ratchet drive tang and may result in a dropped socket. GEARWRENCH full polish chrome sockets in 3/8” and 1/2" drive feature internal machined detent grooves inside the drive end of socket, these are recommended for use with the GEARWRENCH Tether-Ready ratchets. The use of GEARWRENCH Tether-Ready Ratchets with GEARWRENCH chrome sockets with machined detents inside socket drive end make unintentional drops virtually impossible. · Prior to use of ratchet, examine sockets for internal machined detent grooves inside the drive end of socket. Do not use sockets not containing internal machined detent grooves inside the drive end. Extension bars, increasing adapters (ex. 3/8” Drive Female to 1/2” Drive Male), reducing adapters (ex. ex. 3/8” Drive Female to 1/4” Drive Male), or universal joints should only be used if they have an independent locking mechanism to secure sockets (ex. locking extension bar). · Only exchange sockets on the GEARWRENCH Tether-Ready Ratchets in safe, secure locations · GEARWRENCH Tether-Ready Ratchets should only be used connected to a completed tethering system, that fully connects the user to the ratchet as part of the tethering system · NEVER use a GEARWENCH Tether Ratchet at height without the use of a tethering system · Always use GEARWRENCH Tether-Ready Ratchets with the recommended length of tethering accessories · Do not use GEARWRENCH Tether-Ready Ratchets as part of a tethering system around moving or rotating equipment · Inspect GEARWRENCH Tether-Ready Ratchets for wear before each use. Do not use if evidence of wear · Prior to use review product manual listed on GEARWRENCH.com and included in package with ratchet · For further product details and specifications please visit GEARWRENCH.com Tethering Accessories · NEVER use any of GEARWRENCH tethering accessories to support any weight above the defined maximum load limit listed on the product packaging and on GEARWRENCH.com · GEARWRENCH tethering accessories are not personal protective equipment · Do not use tethering accessories as part of a tethering system around moving or rotating equipment · GEARWRENCH tethering accessories will not support human weight as part of a tether connection point · Inspect all GEARWRENCH tethering accessories prior to each use. Do no use if evidence of wear · Prior to use review product manual listed on GEARWRENCH.com and included in each items packaging · For further product details and specifications please visit GEARWRENCH.com Retrofitted Tether-Ready Tools · Never use GEARWRENCH retrofitted tether-ready tools at height without connection of the tools tether connection point to a tethering connection system · GEARWRENCH retrofitted tether-ready tools are not personal protective equipment · Do not use GEARWRENCH retrofitted tether-ready tools as part of a tethering system around moving or rotating equipment · GEARWRENCH retrofitted tether-ready tools will not support human weight as part of a tether connection point · Inspect all GEARWRENCH tether-ready tools prior to each use. Do no use if evidence of wear · For further product details and specifications please visit GEARWRENCH.com