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OP DISSASS PROV SAFETY LINE TOWER SGX.X

OP DISSASS PROV SAFETY LINE TOWER

SGX.X
Document ID and revision Status Date (yyyy-mm-dd) Language
GD490580-EN/0 Released 2021-04-29 en-US

Original or translated of AL/ECCN RDS-PP® DCC

Original N/N = &CDC070

File name
GD490580-en_OP DISSASS PROV SAFETY LINE TOWER SGX.X_R0.8.docx/pdf
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Table of contents
Preface...................................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1. Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................ 2
1.2. Applicability ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3. Audience ........................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.4. Document history .............................................................................................................................................. 2
1.5. List of external references ................................................................................................................................ 3
1.6. Abbreviations and acronyms ............................................................................................................................ 3
1.7. PPEs ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.8. Tools, consumables, spare parts...................................................................................................................... 5
Step by step work instruction .................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1. Dismounting the temporary lifeline. Supplier “Somain” .................................................................................... 6
2.2. Dismounting the temporary lifeline. Supplier “Aguerri” ..................................................................................... 9
Tasks to perform after the step by step .................................................................................................................. 12
3.1. Housekeeping ................................................................................................................................................. 12
3.2. Fault report ..................................................................................................................................................... 12
Disclaimer of liability and conditions of use ................................................................................................................ 13
Trademarks ................................................................................................................................................................. 13

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1. Preface

Preface

1.1. Purpose
This document describes the procedure for removing the temporary lifeline in each section of the tower.

1.2. Applicability
Product applicability

SG2.X (1) SG2.6 SG3.X SG4.X

(1)
Not included G9X

1.3. Audience
1.3.1. Technician level

Only a trained technician according to the following instructions is allowed to perform the work
described in this document:
• INS 52959 ON CNS Qualification Management (for internal SGRE resources)
• INS 52960 ON Installation Contractor Qualification Management (for external resources)

1.3.2. Special training for operation

For further information:

► SG Training Web

Name of the training Reference of the training

N/A

1.4. Document history

Rev. Ch.Ref. Date Description
0 Creation of the document, based on:
GD250664-en OP DISSASS PROV SAFETY LINE SECT
SG114_R1
GD251129-en OP DISSASS PROV SAFETY LINE SECT SG2.5_R1
GD273856-en OP DISSASS PROV SAFETY LINE SECT SG3.3_R1
GD386912-en OP DISSASS PROV SAFETY LINE TOWER
SG4.X_R0

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1. Preface

1.5. List of external references

Title Reference
Generic / Common documentation

H&S WTG GENERAL ASSEMBLY GD248697-EN

H&S SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY SG114 GD248694-EN

H&S SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY SG3.3 GD291637-EN

H&S SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY SG4.X GD388380-EN

Documentation Set

MPRA DISSASS PROV SAFETY LINE TOWER SGX.X GD490586-EN

Work instruction / Annex documentation

OP COMMON ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SG3.X GD490342-EN

OP COMMON ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SG2.X GD490648-EN

OP COMMON ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SG4.X GD386960-EN

1.6. Abbreviations and acronyms

Abb. / Acronym Definition
TK Acronym for ToolKit. Toolkit
OD Acronym for Operation Description. User and assembly manual associated with the
toolkit.
N/A Not applicable
PPE Personnel Protective Equipment
MPRA Manufacturing process risk assessment
WLL Working load limit, expressed in tons (t)
L1 Maximum length of slings, chains, etc. when these are used in the direct
configuration.

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1. Preface

1.7. PPEs
1.7.1. Mandatory PPE for any task on all sites

Safety Boots Gloves (Standard working protection)

Eye Protection (Safety glasses) Head protection

1.7.2. List of additional PPE

PPE must be worn to work in a turbine according to:
► GD248697-EN H&S WTG GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Only additional PPE other than mandatory PPE will be listed.

Additional PPE list Quantity Comments

Safety harness + 2 safety lanyards with energy 1x worker
absorber device
Sliding fall arrest device 1x worker
Head lamp 1x worker
Emergency descent and rescue device 1x work
team

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1.8. Tools, consumables, spare parts

1.8.1. Hand tools
Description Part number Qty Comments
Ring/fork spanner 11 mm
Ring/fork spanner 17 mm
Ring/fork spanner 19 mm
Adjustable spanner medium 10" HERR0231
Standard pliers HERR0076
Flat sling WLL: 1 t L1: 2 m
Carabiner HERR0405
Shackle WLL: 1 t

1.8.2. Special tools

Description Part number Qty Comments
N/A

1.8.3. Consumables
Description Part number Qty Comments
N/A

1.8.4. Spare part components

Description Part number Qty Comments
N/A

1.8.5. Additional resources

Description Part number Qty Comments
N/A

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2. Step by step work instruction

Step by step work instruction

The operation can only be proceeded with a windspeed lower than:
► 20m/s

The temporary lifelines in the lower/middle sections shall be disassembled after the final lifeline has
been mounted and certified

Start dismounting the lifeline from middle section below top section

Release the bottom support of the lifeline after releasing the lifeline and tensioner.

2.1. Dismounting the temporary lifeline. Supplier “Somain”

_

Step 1
Remove bottom support of the lifeline:
1. Stand at the bottom of the ladder.
2. Release the locknuts (A) of the tensioner
• Turn the nut until it touches the ends of the tensioner.
• Use a 19 mm combination wrench.
3. Check that the U-bolts of the lifeline are still tightened after loosening the tensioner.
4. Release tension:
• Turn the female threaded piece (B) to its maximum length.
• Use an adjustable wrench
5. Remove the tensioner (C) (completely open) to the bottom support (D):
• Release the bolt joint between the elements (C and D)
• Use an adjustable wrench and a 17 mm combination wrench.
6. Remove the bottom support
• Use an adjustable wrench and a combination wrench

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2. Step by step work instruction

Step 1

A: Tensioner locknuts E: Support most common fastening

B: Turn the female threaded piece F: Support fastening on two bars
C: Tensioner G: Support most compact fastening
D: Bottom support

Step 2
Remove upper support of the provisional lifeline:
1. Stand at the top of the service ladder
2. Secure the upper support of the lifeline (A) during disassembly:
• Hang the upper support using the sling (D), on the lower fastening point of the spring.
• Pull the loose end of the sling to secure the hanging.
• Join the loose end of the sling to the nearest top ladder support (B) using a shackle (C) or
anchorage point (E) using a carabiner (F) or a shackle.
3. Remove the lower support from the upper support.
• Remove the pin (G)
4. Put the upper support on the platform
5. Gather the cable
6. Release the sling.

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Step 2

A: Upper support E: Anchor point

B: Ladder support F: Carabiner
C: Shackle G: Pin
D: Sling

Step 3
1. Dismount the spring or energy absorber.
• Use universal pliers to remove the stud.

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2. Step by step work instruction

Step 4
Lower the lifeline to the bottom platform:
► Follow the corresponding work instructions:

Product Code Document description

SG2.X(1) and SG2.6 GD490648-EN OP COMMON ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SG2.X
SG3.X GD490342-EN OP COMMON ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SG3.X
SG4.X GD386960-EN OP COMMON ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SG4.X
1)
Not included G9X

Repeat steps 1, step 2, step 3 and step 4 to dismount the temporary lifeline from all the tower sections
(unless the top section)

2.2. Dismounting the temporary lifeline. Supplier “Aguerri”

Step 1
Remove the tensioner of the bottom support of the lifeline:
1. Stand at the bottom of the ladder section
2. Release the locknut (A) that secures the temporary lifeline. Do not remove it
• Use a 17 mm combination wrench
3. Loosen the nut (B) to loosen the lifeline
• Use 17 mm combination wrench
• Check that the lifeline has been slack
• The indicator switch is moved from the normal work area (C) to the minimum use tension mark
(D)
4. Continue loosening the nut (B) of the bottom support until the indicator is in the area below the
minimum use lifeline (E).
• If necessary, remove the screws from the top bushing of the support so tension on the lifeline
can continue being loosened while the nut is being released.
5. Release the locknut (A) and nut (B) completely.
• Use a 17 mm standard wrench
6. Remove lifeline from the bottom support by pulling it upward
7. Remove the bolted joint (F) of the lower support (G)
• Use a 17 mm standard wrench.

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2. Step by step work instruction

Step 1

A: Locknut E: Position below the minimum use lifeline

B: Nut F: bolted joint
C: Operating tension G: lower support
D: Minimum use tension

Step 2
Remove upper support of the provisional lifeline:
1. Stand at the top of the service ladder
2. Secure the upper support of the lifeline (A) during disassembly:
• Hang the upper support using the sling (D), between the two upper fastenings of the support
• Pull the loose end of the sling to secure the hanging.
•Join the loose end of the sling to the nearest top ladder support (B) using a shackle (C) or
anchorage point (E) using a carabiner (F) or a shackle.
3. Remove the upper support
• Use a 17 mm combination wrench to release the nut (H)
4. Situate the upper support on the platform
5. Gather the cable
6. Release the sling.

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2. Step by step work instruction

Step 2

A: Upper support E: Anchor point

B: Ladder support F: Carabiner
C: Shackle G: Sling
D: Sling H: Joint elements

Step 3

Lower the lifeline to the bottom platform:

► Follow the corresponding work instructions:

Product Code Document description

SG2.X(1) and SG2.6 GD490648-EN OP COMMON ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SG2.X
SG3.X GD490342-EN OP COMMON ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SG3.X
SG4.X GD386960-EN OP COMMON ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SG4.X
1)
Not included G9X

Repeat steps 1, step 2 and step 3 to dismount the temporary lifeline from all the tower sections (unless
the top section)

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3. Tasks to perform after the step by step

Tasks to perform after the step by step

3.1. Housekeeping
3.1.1. Turbine cleanness

Always keep work area clean. Clean if needed.

3.1.2. Packing up tools

Gather, clean and organize all the tools used during this operation.

3.1.3. Packing up toolkits

After using the toolkits required for this operation, gather and clean them for later use.
Remove the transport toolkits according to the corresponding return operation.
It is also necessary to visually check the condition of each one.

3.1.4. Waste collection

Gather all of the waste generated during this operation (silicone tubes, paper towels, pallets, boxes,
etc.)

Follow site rules for treatment and disposal of refuse.

3.2. Fault report

Report typing errors and/or improvement suggestions (not affecting the described process) via the
email:
► cns.support@siemensgamesa.com

Report technical errors and/or improvement suggestions (affecting the described process) via the
email:
► cns.support@siemensgamesa.com

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3. Tasks to perform after the step by step

Disclaimer of liability and conditions of use

To the extent permitted by law, neither Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy A/S nor any of its affiliates in the
Siemens Gamesa group, including Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy S.A. and its subsidiaries (hereinafter
“SGRE”) give any warranties or representations of any type, either express or implied, as a result of the use of this
document or parts thereof, whether based in contract, in tort (including negligence and strict liability), indemnity, or
any other legal or equitable theory or otherwise by law, as a result of use of this document or parts hereof. The
entire risk of loss, damage, or unsatisfactory performance, no matter how this would arise, including as a result of
negligence, rests with the user. In no event will SGRE be liable for damages, including any direct, general, special,
punitive, incidental, or consequential damages, including, but not limited to, for any loss of power, loss of use, loss
of production, loss of data or information, cost of purchased or replacement power, cost of capital, loss of goodwill,
loss of opportunity, loss of interests, loss of revenue or profit, or claims of customers of the user, arising out of the
use of the document, the inability to use the document, the use of data embodied in or obtained from the
document, or the use of any documentation or other material accompanying the document.
SGRE gives no warranty and makes no representation as to the accuracy, reliability, timeliness, or other features of
any information contained in the document or data obtained from using the document.
The intellectual property rights of this document and any documentation or other material accompanying the
document are and remain the property of SGRE. SGRE reserves the right to update or change this documentation
from time to time without prior notice.
This document is restricted, shall be used only for the purpose for which it is furnished, and shall not be disclosed
to any other party without SGRE’s prior written consent.

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