SMC’s Advance Tech Pulleys are designed with
the small mechanical advantage system in
mind. An aggressive cam located inside the
side plates close to the Pulleys wheel means
that cam action is immediate without loss of
progress or energy which is apparent in prussic
systems. Also exclusive to the Advance Tech
HX is a spring loaded cam that doesn’t require
separate pins or other gimmicks to operate
safely. Simply pull the cam lever back with your
thumb to set the cam in a parked position and
another flip of your thumb will again engage
the cam. That means resets in piggyback rigs
are fast and easy.
The AdvanceTech Mate retains the stainless
guide pins that help keep rigging clean, but is
without the progress capture cam and becket
making it a perfect ultra compact companion
for the AdvanceTech HX.
SUPPLEMENTAL NFPA INFORMATION
EMERGENCY SERVICES AUXILIARY
EQUIPMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA
1983-2012 EDITION.
THIS PULLEY MEETS THE AUXILIARY
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS OF NFPA 1983,
STANDARD ON LIFE SAFETY ROPE AND EQUIPMENT
FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES, 2012 EDITION.
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTION
Additional Instruction regarding this type
of equipment can be found in the following
publications:
NFPA 1500,
Standard on Fire Department
Occupational Safety and Health Program.
NFPA 1983,
Standard on Life Safety Rope
and Equipment for Emergency Services.
BEFORE USE
The techniques employed in the proper and
safe use of this equipment may only be learned
through PERSONAL instruction received from
an instructor who is well-qualified in all phases
of vertical rope work. Such instruction will
include an evaluation of your comprehension
of, and ability to perform, the tasks required to
safely and efficiently use this equipment.
Never attempt its use until you have received
such instruction and are believed competent by
your instructor.
These Pulleys are designed to be used with
rope diameters ranging from 7 mm to 12.5 mm.
INSPECTION FOR USE
Visually and by touch, inspect these Pulleys
for cracks, distortion, corrosion, scratches
or gouges, sharp edges or rough areas that
might abrade a rope. Compare these Pulleys
with a new model if necessary to determine its
condition.
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Ensure that cam spring is functioning
and that the cam moves freely from
the parked position to the fully
engaged position.
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Check cam teeth for wear that would
keep cam from engaging.
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Check Pulley wheels and ensure that
they rotate freely.
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Check that side plates close
completely.
Remove from service if there is any doubt about
its safety or serviceability.
MAINTENANCE AFTER USE
Carefully clean and dry these Pulleys to remove
all dirt or foreign material and moisture. Minor
sharp edges may be smoothed with a fine
abrasive cloth, before cleaning. Store in a
clean, dry place.
Cam pivot may be lubricated with LPS#
1
or
equivalent to both lubricate and displace
moisture.
Do not disassemble Pulleys.
The pressure to park the cam is set to
specification at the time of assembly. Pressure
can be increased or decreased by means of a
small blade screw driver. Too light of pressure
may result in inadvertent cam engagement
while too heavy of pressure may restrict normal
cam movement to and from the parked position
REMOVAL FROM SERVICE
These Pulleys should be removed from service
if they have been dropped, or exposed to heat
sufficient to alter the surface appearance, or
if distortion of any part is apparent, or if any
cracks are apparent, or if they have scratches
or gouges of more than a superficial nature.
The cost to inspect and repair a Pulley that
is visually damaged, or that may have been
damaged by impact loading or other abuse, will
exceed the cost of its replacement with a new
model.
RECORDS
It is suggested that the user of these Pulleys
keep a permanent record listing the date and
results of each usage inspection. Such record
should show, as a minimum, inspection for all
of the following conditions:
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Cleanliness
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Proper functioning of the cam spring
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Proper engagement of the cam on
the rope
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Dryness
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Freedom from scratches, gouges and
sharp edges
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Freedom from corrosion
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Freedom from distortion
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User Information sheet present
USE OF THIS USER INFORMATION SHEET
It is suggested that this User Information sheet
be retained in a permanent record after it is
separated from the Pulleys, and that a copy of it
be kept with the Pulleys.
It is suggested that the user refer to this User
Information sheet before and after each use of
the Pulleys.
LIFESPAN
The service life of Pulleys are largely dependent
on the type of use and the environment used
in. Under moderate use, with limited exposure
to moisture, salt water, corrosive agents,
excessive loads, shock loading and excessive
wear, Pulleys may last many years. However,
many events such as taking a large dynamic
load, dropping, or other events which cause
physical damage, can reduce the lifespan of
these Pulleys dramatically.
You must inspect your Pulleys frequently and
take personal responsibility for evaluating its
condition and retiring unsafe gear. Inspection
is extremely important, but visual inspection
only will not assure that damage has not
occurred. If history of the Pulleys is unknown
or if based on the history of the use of these
Pulleys there is any doubt regarding the safety
of these Pulleys, it should be removed from
service. You should destroy retired gear to
prevent future use.
LIMITED WARRANTY
SMC products are warranted to the original
retail purchaser in accordance with the full
Statement of Limited Warranty printed on
our web site, www.smcgear.net. Items that
are claimed to be defective must be returned
under a pre-assigned Return Authorization/
CC Number and should include a detailed
description of the conditions existing during
use of the item, the place and date of the
original purchase as well as a copy of the
original invoice or receipt. Items being sent
in for inspection may or may not be returned if
the product in question is deemed potentially
unsafe or non-functional.
Product Description
1. Carabiner Hole
2. Sheave
3. Center Plate
4. Rating
5. Warning
6. Cam Lever
7. Cam
8. Side Plate
9. Axle
10. Becket
11. MLN
12. Guide Pin
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Seattle Manufacturing Corporation
6930 Salashan Parkway
Ferndale, Washington 98248
800.426.6251 | www.smcgear.net
MADE IN USA
ADVANCE TECH HX
PROGRESS CAPTURE PULLEYS
&
ADVANCE TECH MATE
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ADVANCE TECH HX IS NOT A ROPE GRAB AND IS
NOT DESIGNED AS FALL PROTECTION, NOR TO
CATCH A FALLING LOAD. HIGH PEAK FORCES
GENERATED IN THESE SITUATIONS WILL DAMAGE
THE ROPE OR CAM MECHANISM WHICH COULD
RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
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YOU COULD BE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY INJURED IF
YOU DO NOT READ AND UNDERSTAND THE USER
INFORMATION BEFORE USING THIS PIECE OF
EQUIPMENT.
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SPECIAL TRAINING AND KNOWLEDGE ARE REQUIRED
TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT.
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YOU MUST THOROUGHLY READ AND UNDERSTAND
ALL MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USE.
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USE AND INSPECT THIS EQUIPMENT ONLY IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Seattle Manufacturing Corporation
6930 Salashan Parkway
Ferndale, Washington 98248
800.426.6251 | www.smcgear.net
Information for your permanent records:
Date of Purchase: __________________
Purchased From: ___________________
Part Number: ______________________
154999A
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