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July, 2016   

Cascade Rescue Company Confidential 

 

 

 
 

WARNINGS, INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 

 
Read and keep these instructions.  Adhere strictly to the following requirements and 
recommendations: 
 
1.  This equipment should be used only by trained and competent persons or the user 
should be under the direct supervision of a trained and competent person. 
 
2.  The activity for which this product may be used is inherently dangerous. The 
consequences of incorrect selection, improper use or maintenance of equipment could 
result in damage, serious injury or death. 
 
3. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that he/she understand the correct and safe 
use of any equipment supplied by or through Cascade Rescue Company, uses it only for 
the purposes for which it is designed and practices all proper safety procedures. 
 
4. The manufacturer or supplier will not accept any responsibility for damage, injury or 
death resulting from misuse, neglect or improperly or inadequately trained persons. 
 
5. Your life depends on your equipment and on its history (use, storage, inspection, etc). 
Record and keep with these instructions: serial number, place and date of purchase, 
date when first used and checks, dates and duration of use, user's name and comments. 
 
7. The user must be medically capable to control his own security and any possible 
emergency situations. 
 
8.  Before using the equipment, take all necessary steps to familiarize yourself and 
others with rescue and self-rescue techniques should an emergency occur. 
 

 

Use: 
The product should only be used as instructed and no alterations to it should be made. 
It may be used in conjunction with any appropriate equipment of suitable specification 
with due consideration to the limitations of each individual piece. Where possible this 
product should be treated as personal protective equipment.  
 

 

Falls: 
Be aware that any product in the safety system can be damaged in a fall and 
consequently should always be examined for defects before re-use. The examination 
must be carried out by a competent person, with written confirmation that it is 

Summary of Contents for Cable Glider

Page 1: ...July 2016 Cascade Rescue Company Confidential 1 Cascade Rescue Cable and Hang Glider ALL PERSONS USING THE CASCADE RESCUE COMPANY CABLE GLIDER OR HANG GLIDER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING ...

Page 2: ... the range stamped on the side of the Actuator Bar 1 The Glider should always be attached to the rescuer 2 The Cable Glider has a full Down Tube assembly that includes a seat handle gear loop belay point and telescoping foot rest This allows the rescuer to attach the Glider to the cable and then through the use of appropriate safety and fall arrest devices step onto the Glider It is perfectly acce...

Page 3: ...bserved all precautions described above the rescuer may release the Brake Safety Cord from the cam cleat When releasing the Brake Safety Cord always keep one hand on the Brake Release Lever The Glider should remain stationary on the cable A safety check is required at this stage While still attached to the tower the rescuer will gently and with even pressure move the Brake Release Lever forward Th...

Page 4: ...ndola tram chairlift or rider begin to slow your descent by gently reducing forward pressure on the Brake Release Lever When the subject is reached gently release all pressure on the Brake Release Lever to stop 9 Before dismounting the Glider ensure that the Brake is SECURELY LOCKED by securing the Brake Safety Cord into the Cam Cleat and that one lanyard is on the cable and one lanyard is attache...

Page 5: ... device for lowering the patient or self rescue 13 The above listed gear is not all inclusive Rescue scenarios are highly dynamic Additional rope prussik s pulleys carabiners webbing etc may be needed and should be easily available to the rescuer so that they may improvise as necessary 14 Regardless of your experience level and comfort with working at height your first experience using the Glider ...

Page 6: ... or improperly or inadequately trained persons 5 Your life depends on your equipment and on its history use storage inspection etc Record and keep with these instructions serial number place and date of purchase date when first used and checks dates and duration of use user s name and comments 7 The user must be medically capable to control his own security and any possible emergency situations 8 ...

Page 7: ...of domestic supply quality maximum temperature 100º F Rinse and dry naturally in a warm room away from direct heat Lubrication Lubricate the cam mechanisms with a silicone or lithium based lubricant This should be carried out after cleaning Maintenance Servicing In addition to the normal inspection required before use this item of equipment should be periodically thoroughly examined by a competent...

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