4
note:
Do not touch the latch or remove the rope from the chest ascender - release the cam only.
step 5.
Bending knees and maintaining pressure on the cam of the chest ascender will allow the ascender to slide
down a small distance.
step 6.
Release the cam. The cam will return to its normal position and lock the rope in place. The cam is engaged.
step 7.
Shift user weight back to the chest ascender while sitting in the harness. The hand ascender will now be free
to move on the rope.
step 8.
Gently raise the hand ascender to release the ascender’s grip on the rope. Using a thumb, pull down on the
cam of the hand ascender as far as possible and slide the hand ascender down the rope to just above the
chest ascender.
Repeat steps 3 through 8 until the desired position is reached.
note:
Capital Safety recommends that ascenders are only used for short descents. Where greater descents are
required the use of a suitable descent device is recommended.
3.17 rope selection: Different ropes will perform differently in the descenders due to varied characteristics of the rope
design and manufacturing. When using the ascenders, care should be taken in the selection of the rope and operation
to ensure efficient operation of the ascenders. Explorer™ Ascenders are designed and tested to use static kernmantle
lifeline of an appropriate size for the ascender. Use of incompatible rope (construction and/or size) will increase the risk of
serious injury or death when operating this device. Rope size and construction is marked on individual ascenders and can
be found in the appropriate data sheet for Explorer™ Ascenders. Capital Safety will provide a certificate of conformance
detailing rope used for the testing.
5.0 inspection
5.4 inspection oF rollGliss™ explorer™ ascenders: Rollgliss™ Explorer™ Ascenders must be visually and
manually inspected before and after each use to verify that the device is operating correctly. Where a user inspection
identifies any faults or concerns regarding the device it is to be immediately removed from service. Any product which
has been withdrawn from service must be inspected by a competent person
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and may only be returned to service if said
competent person authorises in writing the use of that product. Where any product fails a competent person inspection,
has been used in a live rescue (not training) and/or has seen the force of a fall, it is to be immediately taken out of
service and tagged unusable. Such products must be certified by the manufacturer or their representative prior to re-
instatement into service.
Ascender Inspection Steps. Confirm that:
step 1.
There are no cracks or deformation to the body, latch, cam or any other part of the ascender.
step 2.
The cam is secure and operates as designed with all springs intact and operating properly.
step 3.
The teeth on the cam are not excessively worn and that they provide a positive contact on the rope.
step 4.
The latch operates smoothly and that the cam cannot be opened without the operation of the latch.
step 5.
Rigging holes are symmetrical with no damage to the holes that could indicate excessive loading.
step 6.
There is no corrosion or excessive grime that could hamper the operation of the ascender or its components.
ascender annual inspection:
The Rollgliss™ Explorer™ Ascenders should be inspected by the user before and after use, and by a competent person
every 12 months, to help maintain product serviceability.
The following information should be recorded in a formal inspection:
A) Date of inspection.
D) Date placed back in to service.
G) Name of inspector.
B) Date first placed into service.
E) Date of next periodic inspection.
C) Comments on findings.
F) Serial Number.
ascender product life:
The Rollgliss™ Explorer™ Ascenders are a metal product (aluminium and steel) and should have an indefinite operating
life after it is first placed into service, provided that it is kept in a clean and dry environment, is inspected on at least a 12
monthly basis by a competent person and is maintained in accordance with the requirements outlined in this manual. See
Section 6, Maintenance. Servicing And Storage.
Where the device has failed an inspection and is deemed unserviceable, the device must be destroyed and/or made
inoperable so that it cannot be returned to service. For clarification on secure disposal and/or destruction contact Capital
Safety.
1 competent person: One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working
conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective
measures to eliminate them.
