ActSafe PMX Istruzioni operative
Introduction A
Product safety
& system description B
Rope C
General safety guidelines
and lifting systems D
Starting/operating
the Engine E
How to use the Ascender F
Service & maintenance G
Warranty terms H
Technical data I
PMX
Rev 1-2016 ENG MASTER
DISCLAIMER
Failure to read and follow
the instructions within
this manual may result
in re, damage to property,
personal injury or death.
WARNING
Training and experience are required to lower the risk
of serious bodily injury or death.
This user’s manual provides general information about safe
operation and risks associated with the use of the ActSafe PMX
Power Ascender. It also gives details of maintenance procedures.
Never use the equipment unless you have read and understood
this manual and completed ActSafe approved training in the
use of the Power Ascender System. ActSafe Systems AB, our
partners and subsidiaries, disclaim any liability for damages,
injuries or death resulting from the use of the equipment which
is not in compliance with this manual.
This manual may be updated without notice.
For more information about updates and safety warnings,
visit www.actsafe.se
INTRODUCTION
A
About ActSafe A.01
About this manual A.02
Denitions A.03
FOREWORD
Thank you for choosing the ActSafe PMX
Ascender from ActSafe Systems.
This Ascender has been designed as
an ultra-portable and versatile lifting tool
for lifting people or equipment in a safe
and effective way. It revolutionises working
in a vertical environment.
A.01 ABOUT ACTSAFE
A
ActSafe is a pioneer in developing powered
rope ascenders and has been delivering
high-performance equipment since 1997.
ActSafe has a worldwide distribution
network of dedicated experts selling our
innovative products to a wide variety of
users. Our Power Ascenders have been
successfully used for installing reworks at
the top of the Eiffel Tower, hostage rescue
from pirates at sea and providing essential
logistical support in offshore wind turbines.
ActSafe products are redening the
possibilities for work in vertical environments.
We are completely committed to our
customers and do our utmost to deliver
top quality products and service.
A.02 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual gives detailed information on
features and safety. However, this manual
cannot replace the need for training and
experience. The Ascender must only be
used by operators who have undergone
the ActSafe-approved training.
Safety messages of extra importance
are highlighted throughout this manual
using the signals ‘danger’, ‘caution’,
‘recommendation’ and ‘note’:
DANGER
CAUTION
RECOMMENDATION
Note
Not following instructions or training
methods may result in SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY or DEATH.
Not following instructions or training
methods may result in BODILY INJURY,
or DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
Instructions and tips on how best
to use the Ascender.
Important information on the use of the
equipment used with the Ascender.
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A.03 DEFINITIONS Active/loaded rope
Loaded end of the work-positioning rope
system.
Anchor
Attachment point for rope or Ascender.
Ascending
Moving up the rope.
Backup system
A rope system which captures the load in case
of primary rope failure. Approved according to
backup system requirements.
Competent Person
Operator with adequate training, experience
and certication.
Descending
Moving down the rope.
Passive/dead rope
Unloaded end of the work-positioning
rope system.
Primary rope
Work rope system used with Ascender.
Rope must be 11 mm and approved according
to EN1891 A or be an ActSafe Equipment
Lifting Rope depending on the application.
User/operator
Operator of the Ascender.
Safety Factor
The Safety Factor of equipment is the ratio
between the breaking strength and the Safe
Working Load (SWL).
Secondary rope
See ‘Backup sytem’.
SWL
Safe Working Load. The maximum load
(as certied by a competent person) that an
item of lifting equipment may raise, lower or
suspend under particular service conditions.
WLL
Working Load Limit. The maximum load
that an item of lifting equipment is designed
to raise, lower or suspend.
PRODUCT SAFETY
& SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
B
Product safety B.01
Usage exclusions B.02
System description B.03
Rope mechanism B.04
B.01 PRODUCT SAFETY
ActSafe Ascender operators must, before rst use, have undergone
training in the safe use of the Ascender by either ActSafe Systems AB
or by an ActSafe-approved training partner or ActSafe distributor.
The ActSafe Ascender must be checked before and after every use
by a Competent Person and must undergo a minimum of one inspection
per year by ActSafe Systems AB or an ActSafe-authorised person.
More frequent inspections may be required by your national regulations.
B
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