USE & MAINTENANCE OF THE
DRAG RESCUE DEVICE

The Horizontal Drag Rescue Device has been tested to pull up to 1500 pounds. Usage by persons weighing more than 300 Pounds, including their fire rescue equipment, is not recommended and may lead to product failure. Product failure may lead to injury, including death.

The DRD may become entangled during use. Always ensure the DRD is properly stowed and secured during the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

The DRD cannot be used as a harness including, lifting, lowering, anchoring, or securing a person or object.

The DRD enables a rescuer to drag a downed fire-fighter in a horizontal position.

The DRD is strictly designed and tested as an emergency and last resort pulling device.

Use of the DRD may cause or aggravate injuries; thereby leading to serious injuries including death.

The wearer assumes all risk and by wearing the DRD equipped PPE forever discharges and releases, on his behalf and that of successors heirs and assigns, manufacturer and distributors (and their respective employees, agents, officers, and directors) of the PPE and INNOTEX® for any and all claims, suits, demands, or action related to the PPE and the DRD. It is the wearer’s responsibility to properly educate and instruct his team members on the proper use of the DRD; in accordance and in compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Read this guide and consult department procedure before using this device. You will learn more about:

• PROPER USE OF THE DRD
• RE-EMPLOYMENT OF THE DRD AFTER USE
• MONTHLY INSPECTION
• RETIRING THE DRAG RESCUE DEVICE
• DISPOSING OF RETIRED DRD
• CLEANING THE DRD
• RELOAD INSTRUCTION FOR THE DRD