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DANGER
DO NOT USE the Ascender if you
are tired, ill, using prescription
medication that prevents you from
using machinery, or under the
in
fl uence of alcohol and/or drugs.
DO NOT hold the loaded rope
when ascending as there is
a risk of pinching.
CAUTION
» Operate the Ascender according
to the advice contained within this
user manual and pre-planned work
instructions (lift plan, access plan)
» Only trained and competent
operators should operate
the ACX Ascender and its
ancillary equipment
» Plan and evaluate your work
carefully. A rescue plan should
be in place
» Plan for appropriate supervision
of work
» Perform a toolbox talk before
starting the work
» Use only approved and
inspected equipment. This
goes for the Ascender, PPE
and/or lifting equipment
» Inspection of equipment must
be carried out in accordance with
local regulations. The Ascender
should undergo a documented
inspection at least once every year
» Pre-use check of the Ascender
should be carried out in
accordance with the inspection
guidance provided (see F.11)
» Use PPE (Personal Protective
Equipment) such as helmet,
gloves and protective eye
wear when required
» Keep your hands, hair and
clothing away from moving parts
» Keep a constant eye on the
Rope Guide to ensure that
the rope is running smoothly
through the rope mechansim
D.01 GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
The ACX Ascender is
designed for both personnel
and equipment lifting. These
applications have different
system requirements
that are described in the
following pages.
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