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User Instructions
Datasheet No.: VERTI_96
DAR No.: 5306mc
Issue: 4
Issue Date: 19.01.2016
Approved: A.Pass
Sheet 10 of 15
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6.4. Move the device around the cable until the cable is held within the cavity in the body of the device.
Remove your thumb and allow the release catch to return. Finally allow the starwheel to move back
into its original position, check that the release catch has disengaged and the starwheel cannot be
pulled out. Fig 6.4.
6.5. It is now safe to climb the structure. When ascending and descending, the device should always be
below the harness chest attachment point. The red slipper shall always be pointing upwards in
contact with the cable.
6.6. To disconnect from the system, when you are in a safe position to do so, depress the release catch,
pull the starwheel out, hold the device below the harness attachment point so that the cam is open
and then move the device until it is free from the cable.
7. Materials
7.1. The device is manufactured from the following materials:
316 grade stainless steel, 17/4 PH stainless steel, steel , nylon 6 and ABS.
All metallic parts should be unaffected by sharp edges, chemical reagents, cutting, abrasion, UV
degradation or normal climatic conditions ranging from -30°C to 50°C. All metallic parts need to be
kept a safe distance from electrical current. 316 and 17/4 PH stainless steels shall not be exposed to
environments containing chlorine.
Nylon 6 (buffer) and ABS (release catch cover) should be kept clear of the following, sharp edges,
chemical reagents, cutting, abrasion, UV degradation. Avoid contact with electrical current. Regular
inspection before use and annually is required.
8. Disposal
8.1. All stainless steel and plastic components are recyclable.
Cable
Disengage Release
Catch
Return Starwheel
Fig 6.4.