To use the Wraptor, it is required that the operator is already proficient with the techniques and
equipment required to work at height, with ropes as a means of life support. The Wraptor is
merely an ascending device and should never be considered as a personal safety device- so
should always be used in conjunction with an ANSI certified device such as the CMI Rope Walker,
provided. The Wraptor is not intended as a work positioning device.
To ascend a tree, the climber must first select a tie-in point (TIP) that is strong enough to support
the climber with a large margin for error. The TIP should be considered as part of your life support
system and should be able to hold 5000 lbs. Improper selection of TIP can result in death or
serious injury. Throw a throwing sac over selected crotch and set Wraptor line (see note on
ascent line below), which should be three times as long as desired ascent height. As an
precaution, inspect TIP with binoculars. A porta-wrap should be set on the base of the tree and
the long end of the rope should be wrapped and tied off. In the unlikely event, the climber should
become incapacitated, the ground crew can simply lower him/her to the ground to offer
assistance. Once your line is set, do a two person jump test on the rope, to ensure a safe TIP.
Setting up the Wraptor
1. Lift cover plate to expose the pulley.
2. From the Wraptor line you have set, take a bite of rope, push through the fairlead and
slip bite around pulley. Standing end should be at the back, or side farthest from throttle,
leaving the slack end to the front or nearest throttle handle.
3. Set up CMI Rope walker on standing end of rope. Orient Ropewalker as shown and push pin
through, locking it in place. Add the hair pin ...
Ropetek Wraptor Instruction Manual
