3M™ PROTECTA® COBRA™ ROPE GRAB AC202D –
STOP USE AND PRODUCT RECALL

3M Fall Protection has determined that the 3M™ PROTECTA® Cobra Mobile/Manual Rope Grab AC202D is incorrectly stamped for use with 1/2 to 3/4 inch diameter rope on the exterior body of the unit. This Cobra Rope Grab is certified for use ONLY with 5/8 inch diameter polyester or polypropylene rope. All marketing information and the Instructions for Use (IFU) for this rope grab correctly identify the size of rope to be used as 5/8 inch polyester/polypropylene rope.

In the event of a fall from height, a Cobra Rope Grab used with 1/2 inch diameter rope may not arrest the fall and could result in serious injury or death to the worker. To remedy this situation, 3M is launching a Stop Use & Product Recall to replace all AC202D and related Cobra Rope Grabs that are stamped 1/2"-3/4" Dia.

Owners/users of AC202D Cobra Rope Grabs can choose one of the following options for each affected rope grab they own:

Distributors with affected Cobra Rope Grabs in stock can choose to receive credit for the amount of their original purchase(s) or free replacements.