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3 \ INSPECTION AND POINTS TO VERIFY
Before Each Use
• Check all parts for cracks, deformation, corrosion, wear,
sharp edges, burrs and proper condition.
• Verify proper security of the Stainless Steel Slic Pin.
• Verify the Upper Adjustment Bollard is tightly secured.
• Verify the Bird maintains proper and sufficient force
against the rope to hold the Roper Runner stationary.
• Verify the Bird pivots smoothly and the effectiveness
of its spring (spring must allow Bird to recoil without
resistance).
• Verify the Lower Bollard is tightly secured.
• Verify proper security of the Aluminum Slic Pins.
• Verify the SRS Ascent Attachment Point is present and
rotates freely.
• Verify the Lever pivots smoothly.
• Verify proper security of the Lever Lock Arm.
• Verify the Pulley rotates freely.
• Verify the Friction Body pivots smoothly.
• Check that the Main Attachment Point is present and
rotates freely.
• Ensure the Rope Runner Pro opens.
• If product does not pass all inspection points it should
be removed from use.
During Use
Regularly inspect and monitor the condition of the prod-
uct and the connectors of the climbing system. Ensure all
components of the equipment are correctly positioned
with respect to each other.
Detailed Inspection
In addition to inspection before, during, and after each
use, a detailed inspection by a competent inspector must
be done at least every 12 months or more frequently
depending on amount and type of use. Make a copy
of these instructions and use one as the permanent
inspection record.
4 \ COMPATIBILITY
Verify the product is compatible with other components
of the system in the application (compatible = good
functioning interaction).
Equipment used with the Rope Runner Pro must meet the
appropriate standards in your country. The Rope Runner
Pro is ONLY approved with the use of arborist grade ropes
with a diameter between 11 – 13mm which meet the
ANSI Z133-2017 standard. When using multiple pieces
of equipment as a system, instructions for each piece of
equipment must be followed.
WARNING: Product performance can be affected by
environmental factors, condition of rope, and condition
of the Rope Runner Pro. Follow steps listed in “Function
Principle & Load Test” to test rope and verify the friction
setting before climbing.
User total working load cannot exceed the Working Load
Limit (WLL) of 140 kg (309 lbs) including gear.
For optimal performance, the Rope Runner Pro is
recommended for use with the following ropes:
Rope Runner Pro is ONLY compatible with double locking
carabiners. For optimal performance use of oval shaped
carabiners is recommended.
5 \ INSTALLATION
•
Position the Rope Runner Pro with the Main
Attachment Point facing towards you.
• Depress both Stainless Steel Slic Pin metal tabs allow-
ing the pin to pass through one side plate of the Bird
assembly. It is unnecessary to completely remove the
quick pin from the Bird assembly.
• Insert the rope between the Slic Pin and the Adjust-
able Upper Bollard (Fig 5A). Ensure rope is passed over
(top section) of the Adjustable Upper Bollard.
• Close and secure the Slic Pin by pressing the Slic Pin
through the side plate. Ensure both metal tabs of the
Slic Pin clear the side plate (Fig 5B).
WARNING:
If both pin tabs do not clear the side
plate, do not use the Rope Runner Pro. The Slic Pin must
be fully inserted, engaged, and uninhibited by any rope
fibers to ensure proper security. Failure to do so could
lead to product failure causing serious injury or death.
(Fig 5C)
•
Open the Lever Lock Arm by depressing both Aluminum
Slic Pin metal tabs allowing the pin to pass through
one side of the Lever Lock Arm assembly.
• Pivot the Lever Lock Arm assembly clockwise and
insert the rope between the Lower Bollard and Friction
Body. (Fig 5D)
• Close and secure the Lever Lock Arm assembly. Ensure
both metal tabs of the Aluminum Slic Pin clear the
side plate.
• Open the Pulley by depressing both Aluminum Slic
Pin metal tabs allowing the Aluminum Slic Pin to pass
through one side of the Pulley assembly. (Fig 5D)
• Insert the rope between the Friction Body and the
Pulley sheave. (Fig 5D)
• Verify correct rope placement. (Fig 5E)
• Close and secure the Pulley assembly (Fig 5F).
Ensure both metal tabs of the Aluminum Slic Pin
clear the side plate.
Friction Adjustment
•
Prior to initial use, secure the Upper Adjustment
Bollard in the #1 position (Fig 5G). Using the included
M5 wrench loosen both outside bolts and position the
bollard in the starting position. The #1 position will
provide the maximum rope friction for the Rope
Runner Pro.
• If this friction setting prevents the rope installation,
reduce friction by moving the Upper Adjustment
Bollard by single increments until reaching optimal
friction setting.
• Tighten both outside bolts to secure the bollard
into a fixed position.
• Once you have performed “Function Principle & Load
Test”, adjust the bollard to optimal friction based on
rope type, diameter and climber weight.
Always perform friction adjustment during new rope
installation or when changing ropes.
Do not commence climbing until after performing the
steps listed in Function Principle and Load Test.
6 \ FUNCTION PRINCIPLE & LOAD TEST
•
Rope Runner Pro advances on the rope, stops and
descends in both SRS & MRS systems. (Fig 6A-6F)
•
Install the Rope Runner Pro on the climbing line.
• Using an approved double locking carabiner, connect
to the Main Attachment Point of the Rope Runner Pro.
To prevent accidental descent, tie a stopper knot
below the Rope Runner Pro (Fig 6G).
• At ground level, gradually increase body weight into
the Rope Runner Pro. Introduce moderate ‘bounce’
into the system, if any slippage occurs increase the
Manufacturer
Model
Diameter
Sterling
HTP
11mm & 13mm
Yale
Kernmaster
11mm & 13mm
Notch Equipment
Dragon
11mm
Teufelberger
Tachyon
11.5mm
Teufelberger
Hi-Vee
13mm
Teufelberger
Dragon Fly
11.1mm
Samson
Ivy
11.7mm
Samson
Vortex
12.7 mm
Notch Equipment
Banshee
11.7 mm
