Release Handle - CMC Rescue MPD User Manual

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The MPD is designed for use with static or low-stretch kernmantle life safety
rope. Use only rope that has been inspected, is of proper size and is in good
condition. The user should be aware that environmental conditions may
have an effect on the rope's interaction with the MPD. For example, water
saturated ropes, icy ropes or ropes otherwise covered with substances such
as clay, tar or oil will, to varying extents, affect the rope's interaction with the
MPD. The user should be aware of these conditions and make necessary
adjustments, such as adding additional friction. Saturated ropes or ropes
covered with foreign material may not progress smoothly through the MPD,
possibly resulting in a ratcheting type of progression as the rope moves
through the device. Additionally, rope that is dirty, sandy or muddy may
cause increased wear to the fixed and moving brakes, which may reduce
the device's ability to arrest and hold a load.

RELEASE HANDLE

The Release Handle is used to rotate the Moving Brake off of the rope,
allowing rope movement through the device for lowering a load or releasing
tension on a line, such as with a guiding line or track line. Pulling the
Release Handle out engages a set of gears connected to the Moving Brake.
To minimize wear on the Moving Brake, it is recommended to turn the
handle fully counterclockwise to completely unseat the Moving Brake from
the rope and to control the rate primarily with friction of the rope applied
against the Fixed Brake V-Groove. To stop lowering and lock the rope,
disengage the Release Handle. NOTE Although there is a return spring to
assist in disengaging the Release Handle, it is the user's responsibility to
ensure that the handle is fully pushed in when not actively lowering.
IF AT ANY TIME YOU NOTICE A SUDDEN CHANGE IN SPEED OR TENSION
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ON THE ROPE RUNNING THROUGH THE MPD, IMMEDIATELY LET GO
OF THE RELEASE HANDLE (DISENGAGE) TO STOP THE LOAD!
THE MPD