CSN 773 - Grapple Tines Load Holding Grip May Loosen - 2018-2020 Altec EC505 6S+3S & EC655 6S+6S

August 25, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V501000

Grapple Tines Load Holding Grip May Loosen

Loss of load control may increase the risk of death or injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V501

Manufacturer Altec Industries Inc.

Components EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected 30

Summary

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2018-2020 EC505 6S+3S and EC655 6S+6S vehicles. The load holding grip of the grapple tines may loosen, resulting in a loss of load control.

Remedy

Altec will notify owners, and dealers will install a counterbalance valve with a lower pressure ratio to increase the opening threshold, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 14, 2020. Owners may contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 773.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

6 Affected Products

Vehicles


MAKE	MODEL	YEAR
ALTEC	EC505	2018-2020
ALTEC	EC655	2018-2020

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Recall Acknowledgement

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Bestseller No. 1

KwikSafety (Charlotte, NC) SCORPION Safety Harness w/attached 6ft. Tubular Lanyard on back | OSHA ANSI Fall Protection | INTERNAL Shock Absorbing Lanyard | Construction Carpenter Scaffolding

FULL ON FALL PROTECTION: You’re ready to work hard up high right off the bat with KwikSafety’s SCORPION Fall Protection System. The integrated single-leg lanyard and snap hook attached to the safety harness give you a complete safety package that’s ready and proven to perform in the worst-case scenario.
GET HOOKED: The internal shock-absorbing lanyard makes the SCORPION a more lightweight fall protection device. A dual-action, double-locking snap hook prevents accidental rollout while remaining easy to latch on to your anchor point. Tensile strength (max load) for the snap hook is rated at 5,000 pounds with a gate strength of 3,600 pounds. Meets American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z359.12 standards.
WE MET THE STANDARD, THEN ROSE ABOVE IT: ANSI/ ASSE Z359.11-2014 -- All of KwikSafety’s full-body harnesses have undergone the “Qualification and Verification Testing of Fall Protection Products.” The SCORPION System exceeds the already-rigorous ANSI testing standards and is heavy-duty, high-performance fall protection you can trust to have your back. View the Compliance Label/ Safety Label for more information.
PROPER FIT, PROPER PERFORMANCE: Correct fit is essential for proper performance. Our KwikSafety SCORPION full body harness and lanyard system supports users within the capacity range of 130 to 310 pounds (59 to 140 kg). To ensure proper fit, see that all buckles are connected and aligned, leg and shoulder straps are snug, and chest straps are in the center of the chest area.
OSHA APPROVED: The Occupational Safety & Health Administration assures men and women safe and healthful working conditions by setting standards and providing training, outreach, education, and assistance. A personal fall arrest system is required when working 6ft. or more above lower levels. The SCORPION System is ideal for construction, arborist work, high-rise window cleaning, gutter cleaning, roofing and thatching, and Search and Rescue.

Bestseller No. 2

KwikSafety (Charlotte, NC) SUPERCELL Safety Harness | ANSI OSHA Full Body Personal Fall Protection | Dorsal Ring Side D-Rings Grommet Tongue Buckle Straps Tool Lanyard Construction Tower Roofing

PROPER FIT, PROPER PERFORMANCE: Correct fit is essential for proper performance. Our KwikSafety SUPERCELL | 3D Full Body Safety Harness supports users within the capacity range of 130 to 310 pounds (59 to 140 kg). To ensure proper fit, make sure all pass-through connectors on all 5 adjustment points are connected and aligned, the leg and shoulder straps are snug, and chest straps are in the center of the chest area.
REDUCE THE FEAR FACTOR: One (1) back dorsal ring and two (2) side hip rings provide functionality on the construction job. The side rings are for work positioning purposes only; while the dorsal ring is primarily used for fall arrest & can be used for travel restraint or rescue. Back support and shoulder paddings have been added to the design in order to prevent injury and provide comfort if a fall were to occur.
SAFETY DESIGN REQUIRMENTS: If a fall were to occur, we want to ensure your safety by designing a safe and secure full body harness. The load bearing tongue buckle straps of our SUPRECELL 3D Universal Harness is made out of pure non-recycled synthetic material, which has the strength, ageing, abrasion and heat resistance that is equivalent or superior to polyester, and is lock stitched and securely back stitched together.
ANSI COMPLIANT: ANSI/ ASSE Z359.11-2014: All of our KwikSafety Full Body Harnesses have undergone the Qualification and Verification Testing of Fall Protection Products. This testing specifies requirements which include the number of specimens to be tested, test equipment to be used, the accreditation of the testing lab and the duties and responsibilities of both the manufacturer and the testing lab. View the Compliance Label/ Safety Label for more information.
OSHA APPROVED: The Occupational Safety & Health Administration was created by Congress to assure men & women safe and healthful working conditions by setting standards and providing training, outreach, education and assistance. A personal fall arrest system is required when working 6ft. or more above lower levels & usually consist of a full body harness, a declaration device, a lanyard and a an anchor point. Construction, Arborist, Window Washer, Gutter Cleaning, Roofing, Search and Rescue.

Bestseller No. 3

WELKFORDER 1D-Ring Industrial Fall Protection Safety Harness with 6-Foot Shock Absorber Stretchable Lanyard [Snap Hook End] | Permanent attached Kit | ANSI Compliant Personal Fall Arrest System(PFAS)

WELKFORDER Full Body Harness Kit Permanent have the fully passed test report performed at laboratory in accordance with ANSI/ASSE Z359.11-2014 & ANSI Z359.13-2013. Applied to Construction, Climbing, Roofing, Camping, Window cleaning, and Surveyor etc. Packed in Nonwoven Bag.
WELKFORDER Full Body Harness Kit Permanent are used for fall arrest, travel restraint, suspension applications. When supported by the dorsal attachment during a fall, the design of our Full Body Harness directs load through the shoulder straps supporting the user, and around the thighs. The Shock Absorbers have a maximum deployment distance of 48 inch/1.2m & average arresting force 900lbs after a fall occurred. Each of our harness kit is Individually inspected.
WELKFORDER Full Body Harness has one dorsal D-Ring with Min. Breaking strength 5000lbs/22KN. Five Adjusting mating buckles with stamping steel material are of Min. Breaking strength 4000lbs/18KN. Snap Hook used on Shock Absorber Stretchable Lanyard are self-locking with minimal tensile break strength of 5,000 lb. and a 3,600 lb. gate rating. All Metal Components are ANSI/ASSE Z359.12-2009 Compliant provide both premium comfort and safety.
WELKFORDER Full Body Harness Kit Permanent Webbing is made from pure, non-recycled synthetic material having the strength, aging, abrasion and heat resistance characteristics with high tensile strength more than 22KN/5000lbs. All structural stitching patterns are of high breaking strength 4000lbs/18KN to keep you safe, secure and supported. All Kit straps are inspected for tears, cuts, fraying, abrasion, discoloration, or other signs of wear and damage.
WELKFORDER Full Body Harness Kits are ANSI/ ASSE Z359.11-2014, ANSI Z359.13-2013 and OSHA 1926.502(d) (16) complaint. This harness Kit must be used by a Competent Person. Or the user must read and fully understand the limitations and proper use of the Fall protection equipment, and be properly trained by the Competent Person prior to use.

Bestseller No. 4

Prowinch Portable Electric Patient Lifter 400 lbs. Medical Body Lifter and Transport with Full Size Polyester Harness

FREE HARNESS: Four-point spreader bar for the safest, most comfortable experience. Easily transfer from bed to wheelchair, even from the floor. Full harness size can accommodate all size patients. Made of Polyester that can be used in wet or dry environments
INSTALL: Maximum space for the user, this lift is designed to ensure that folding and unfolding can be carried out easily and without the need for additional tools. Can be easily foldable for transport
CAPACITY: Max load capacity of 400 lbs. The height range allows lifting from floor or high surfaces. Padded swivel bar with 360-degree rotation for added convenience. High-quality lifter that features a battery-powered operation. The crane was designed to ensure safe user handling
ELECTRONIC SYSTEM: IP66 Protection to water and dust. Convenient push-button hand controls for easy maneuverability, rear pedal adjustable legs can be operated by foot. Unit has built-in manual emergency lowering device and an anti-entrapment feature if boom meets any resistance while lowering
WARRANTY: Lifetime Warranty on frame, 2-year replacement warranty on Actuator, Control Box and Hand Controls

Bestseller No. 5

KwikSafety (Charlotte, NC) HURRICANE COMBO | 3D Back Support Full Body Safety Harness, 6 Lanyard, Tool Lanyard, ANSI OSHA PPE Fall Protection Arrest Restraint Equipment Universal Construction Roofing

FALL PROTECTION COMBO - The KwikSafety HURRICANE Fall Protection COMBO is the ultimate bang for your buck, high value PPE products all bundled into one! Each Kit comes with a: 3D HURRICANE Safety Harness, 6’ RATTLER Safety Lanyard, a 10 lb Tool Lanyard. Truly the perfect Construction / Roofing / Roofer tool kit for a great value.
ANSI COMPLIANT - All of the items in the HURRICANE COMBO are ANSI/ASSE and OSHA compliant, A personal fall arrest system is required when working 6ft. or more above lower levels & usually consist of a full body harness, a declaration device, a lanyard and an anchor point. Construction, Arborist, Window Washer, Gutter Cleaning, Roofing, Search and Rescue.
SAFETY HARNESS - The KwikSafety HURRICANE Full Body 3D Ring Safety Harness supports users within the capacity range of 130 to 310 pounds (59 to 140 kg). To ensure proper fit, ensure that all pass-through connectors are connected and aligned, leg and shoulder straps are snug, and chest straps are in the center of the chest area.
SAFETY LANYARD - The internal shock-absorbing lanyard makes the RATTLER a more lightweight fall protection device. The dual-action, double-locking snap hooks prevent accidental rollout while remaining easy to latch on to your anchor point. The RATTLER has a 310 lb max capacity and the tensile strength (max load) for the snap hook is rated at 5,000 pounds with a gate strength of 3,600 pounds. The tool lanyard attachment has 2:1 Safety Factor and can hold tools up to 10 pounds.
TOOL LANYARD - The TENTACLE tool lanyard is designed for light duty uses, namely hand tools and smaller power tools. The lanyard has a durable bungee strap with a cord stopper with a durable rubber base to secure tools. The anodized aluminum carabiner (does not rust!) is an easy quick snap clip. The Tentacle is third party tested to a max capacity of 10 lbs, resting length is 3ft and activated length is about 5 ft.

Bestseller No. 6

Doggie Stylz Multi-Functional Full-Body Lifting Dog Harness Vest, Designed for Front-Only, Rear-Only or Full-Body Dog Lifting

Purpose: The Doggie Stylz Full-Body Lifting Harness helps you transport your older, injured or recovering dogs with ease and comfort. Works great for helping them climb stairs, go for walks and get in/out of your vehicle.
Functionality: This multifaceted harness can be used in a variety of ways. It can provide front-only, rear-only or combined full body support.
Benefits: This multi-functional harness lifts the hips and abdomen together to more evenly distribute pressure on your dog’s body. Simply lift from the rubber handles.
Overview: The front harness can be used alone as an everyday harness. Rear section can be used independently or in combination for maximum lifting assistance. Lift your dog with ease with the Doggie Stylz Full-Body Lifting Harness.

Bestseller No. 7

JINGYAT Safety Harness for Construction Fall Protection - with Dorsal Ring Side D-Rings,Universal Personal Full Body Protective Equipment (130-310 Pound),Construction Industrial Tower Roofing Tool

✔ Waist size: 80-140cm(31.5-55inch), Leg size:58-84cm (23-33inch), Weight limited: 140kg(310 pound)
✔ 5 D Rings:One Back Dorsal Ring for Fall Arrest,Travel Restraint,Rescue.Four Side Hip Rings for Work Positioning
✔ Entrust Your Safety to Highly-Durable, Extra Heavy-Duty Polyester Webbing. Adjustable Straps Give You a Custom, Easy-To-Get-Into fit.
✔ This product meets or exceeds OSHA and ANSI standards for fall protection.Also has CE certification,Certificate Number: B-S10090868.
✔ JINGYAT warrants to the purchaser that all products are free from defect in material and workmanship at the time of shipment.One year warranty or free replacement.

SaleBestseller No. 8

Guardian Fall Protection 11173 M-L Seraph Construction Harness with Side D-Rings

Quick adjust torso buckles
Six points of adjustment
Stretchability in the shoulder straps
Hammer loops
Tongue buckle leg straps and side D-rings

Bestseller No. 9

WELKFORDER 3D-Rings Industrial Fall Protection Safety Harness With Leg Tongue Buckles | Shoulder Pad Support ANSI Compliant Full Body Personal Protection Equipment

ANSI/ASSE Z359.11-2014 & OSHA Compliant: WELKFORDER Full Body Harnesses have the fully passed test report performed at authoritative laboratory in accordance with ANSI/ ASSE Z359.11-2014 and in compliance with the requirements of OSHA 1926.502(d) (16). This harness must be used by a Competent Person. Or the user must read and fully understand the limitations and proper use of the Fall protection equipment, and be properly trained by the Competent Person prior to use.
ERGONOMIC DESIGN FOR PROPER FIT: The combination of "No-loose-ends" Shoulders Straps, Chest Strap and Legs Straps equipped with Alloy Steel Yellow Zinc Plated YOKE Tongue Buckles and Shoulder Pad helps reduce both the carried weight and required energy for all-day job performance for users within the capacity range of 130 to 310 pounds (59 to 140 kg). Applied to construction workers, carpenters, painters, roofers, tower climbers, window cleaners etc.
SAFETY DESIGN PERFORMANCE: WELKFORDER Safety Harness WFH011E are used for fall arrest, positioning, travel restraint, suspension and rescue applications. When supported by the dorsal attachment during a fall, the design of our Full Body Harness directs load through the shoulder straps supporting the user, and around the thighs. After a fall, our Full Body Harness will support users and post fall at an angle within 30° to vertical. Each of our products is Individually inspected.
HARDWARE COMPONENTS ANSI/ASSE Z359.12-2009 Certified: WELKFORDER Safety Harness WFH011E has 3 D-Rings all of Min. Breaking strength 5000lbs/22KN, one dorsal D-ring to match any foreseeable fall arrest working condition, two Waist D-rings for better work position only. Leg Straps Tounge Buckles with Min. Breaking strength 4000lbs/18KN equipped with high quality grommets for quick fastening and easy adjustment provide both easy operation and safety.
WEBBING & STITCHING QUALITY ASSURED: WELKFORDER Safety Harness Webbing is heavy duty and tangle free to keep you comfortable and safe. All straps are made from pure, non-recycled synthetic material having the strength, aging, abrasion and heat resistance characteristics with high tensile strength more than 30KN. All structural stitching patterns are of high breaking strength 4000lbs/18KN to keep you safe, secure and supported.ecure and supported.

SaleBestseller No. 10

WELKFORDER 1 D-Ring Industrial Fall Protection Safety Harness Kit With Single Leg 6-Foot Shock Absorber Stretchable Lanyard [1 Snap＆1 Rebar Hook] ANSI Compliant Personal Fall Arrest System(PFAS)

WELKFORDER Full Body Harness Kit have the fully passed test report in accordance with ANSI/ASSE Z359.11-2014 & ANSI Z359.13-2013. Applied to Construction,Roofing, Camping, Window cleaning, and Surveyor etc. Packed in high-quality Oxford Storage Bag.
WELKFORDER Full Body Harness Kit are used for fall arrest, travel restraint, suspension applications. When supported by the dorsal attachment during a fall, the design of our Full Body Harness directs load through the shoulder straps supporting the user, and around the thighs. The Shock Absorbers have a maximum deployment distance of 48 inch/1.2m & average arresting force 900lbs after a fall occurred. Each of our harness kit is Individually inspected.
WELKFORDER Full Body Harness has one dorsal D-Ring with Min. Breaking strength 5000lbs/22KN. Five Adjusting mating buckles with stamping steel material are of Min. Breaking strength 4000lbs/18KN. Snap & Rebar Hooks used on Shock Absorber Stretchable Lanyard are self-locking with minimal tensile break strength of 5,000 lb. and a 3,600 lb. gate rating. All Metal Components are ANSI/ASSE Z359.12-2009 Compliant provide both premium comfort and safety.
WELKFORDER Full Body Harness Kit Webbing is made from pure, non-recycled synthetic material having the strength, aging, abrasion and heat resistance characteristics with high tensile strength more than 22KN/5000lbs. All structural stitching patterns are of high breaking strength 4000lbs/18KN to keep you safe, secure and supported. All Kit straps are inspected for tears, cuts, fraying, abrasion, discoloration, or other signs of wear and damage.
WELKFORDER Full Body Harness Kits are ANSI/ ASSE Z359.11-2014, ANSI Z359.13-2013 and OSHA 1926.502(d) (16) complaint. This harness Kit must be used by a Competent Person. Or the user must read and fully understand the limitations and proper use of the Fall protection equipment, and be properly trained by the Competent Person prior to use.

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