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USER'S MANUAL
Rev 1-2014 ENG MASTER
ActSafe ACC II
Ascender
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User's Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013

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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL Rev 1-2014 ENG MASTER ActSafe ACC II Ascender User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 2: Disclaimer

    ActSafe Actsafe expressly disclaims liability for errors Power Ascender. or omissions in this information and materials.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Battery & charging Important information WARRANTY & GUARANTEE General guidelines and warnings Storage and transportation TECHNICAL DATA Battery disposal Connecting battery to ascender APPENDIX Use in high temperatures Use in low temperatures Battery indicator Charging User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Further information about consequences Power Ascender. and other details is presented like this. Visit our website for more information on ActSafe Power Ascenders. You will find NOTE! important information and latest versions The word “Note” will precede important of manuals. www.actsafe.se information about the equipment used together with the ascender.
  • Page 5: Definitions

    A fall of distance x m with x m of rope catching the fall. Factor 1 fall Fall factor is fallen distance divided by length of rope catching it. Descender Device for descending a rope. Approved according EN 12841 C. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 6: Safety

    Users of this product must have been certi- DANGER fied or have undergone proper approved Read this chapter carefully and make sure training either by ActSafe Systems or by you understand its contents. ActSafe approved distributors. Ascender safety The ascender must not be used: Use only original spare parts / material recommended by ActSafe Systems.
  • Page 7: Rope System Safety

    See the user’s manual of the fall arrest device to find out the SWL. The dead rope must be unloaded. Do not build cableways using the primary rope as shown in the picture. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 8: Alternative Setup Of Bac-Up System

    Alternative setup of backup system NOTE! Next to the traditional setup of a separate work and backup system the ActSafe ACC Do not put the backup system directly ascender offers the possibility to make a into the secondary connection point. It...
  • Page 9 3) Connect the ascender to the low attachment point (EN 813) of the harness and connect the energy absorber of the backup to the fall arrest point (EN 361) and you are ready to go. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 10: Rope Recommendations

    SAFETY Rope recommendations ActSafe ACC is designed for 1891 A ropes. DANGER However, all 1891 A ropes does not perform Always make sure that the rope is in good well with the ascender. ActSafe has tested a condition. variety of ropes; please see our website for more information.
  • Page 11: Personal Safety

    • Do not hold the rope just above the winch; there is a risk of being pinched. • Keep your hands and feet off rotating parts. • Avoid pendulum movement when starting to ascend. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 12: Training

    ACTSAFE EXPERT TRAIN THE TRAINER TRAINING Duration: 2 day training Experience: Trainee should have attended a ActSafe Advanced Winch Access Training or have a solid Rope Access/Rescue background (Preferably IRATA L3 or similar). This training is intended for Rope Rescue / Access professionals to gain an in-depth knowledge of the ActSafe Winches so they can afterwards perform ActSafe Training.
  • Page 13: System Description

    PART Rope grab system Sling Lifting handle Attachment karabiner Control Panel Chassis Pocket for Emergency Descender handle Secondary Connection point Speed control handle Battery Connector (hidden) Emergency stop Battery pouch Primary connection (8+9) User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 14: General

    The karabiner in the primary connection can be replaced by any other karabiner approved by EN362. The sling in the chassis cannot be replaced, by anything other than an original spare part from ActSafe Systems. PART Battery indicator Power button...
  • Page 15: Battery & Charging

    / used improperly. the battery connector on the power ascender. - If the battery has been dropped. The battery may have received internal damage that cannot be detected from the exterior. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 16: Storage And Transportation

    1) Batteries produced after June 2013 are marked with an expiry date label. Batteries purchased before this date, without an expiry date label, should be taken out of service after 24 months at the latest from the date of purchase from the ActSafe distributor. © Copyright ActSafe Systems AB...
  • Page 17: Connecting Battery To Ascender

    When using the ascender with a cold battery, be aware that the initial lift speed capacity will be limited. It is only possible to ascend at lower speeds before the battery warms up and normal performance can be expected. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 18: Use In High Temperatures

    This may cause the 1 red 3 green 75-100% battery indicator to show the wrong level. 1 red 2 green 50-75% The indicator will return to normal after 1 red 1 green 25-50% next recharge. 1 red 0-25% © Copyright ActSafe Systems AB...
  • Page 19: Charging

    DANGER If the main supply is interrrupted several times during the second cycle (and the 4 hrs timer reset) there is a risk of over charging, i.e. a risk of damaging the battery. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 20: Usage

    If in doubt do not use the • The rope cover. ascender and consult ActSafe or an appro- ved distributor. • The rope guide. Check the ascender and its components •...
  • Page 21: Transportation

    Never store the battery connected to the ascender. Never store the battery connected to the charger. If stored for long periods, charge the battery once every three months. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 22: Connect To Rope

    CAUTION RECOMMENDATION Always push the emergency stop before loading the rope to avoid accidental activation by the Drive the ascender to waist level to simplify remote control while loading the rope. connection to harness. © Copyright ActSafe Systems AB...
  • Page 23: Ascent & Descent

    As a rule of thumb each LED on the ACC equals 50 meters with 120 kg load. It is always safe to descend the same distance as you have ascended on the same battery. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 24: Emergency Descent

    *) Descent slowly and safely. Emergency stop 1. Press the emergency stop to immediately turn the ascender off. 2. Reset the emergency stop by twisting it clockwise. CAUTION The remote control doesn't work when the emergency stop is activated. © Copyright ActSafe Systems AB...
  • Page 25: Twisted Ropes, Rotation

    Guide the rope with your hand to make sure no twists pass to the rope guide. User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 26: Remote Control

    When shutdown the ascender will be in standby mode for 4 hours allowing the remote to start it. The remote allows ascending and descen- ding at 2 different speed alternatives; slow and fast. (25% and 75% of maximum speed respectively) © Copyright ActSafe Systems AB...
  • Page 27 This sling active at each time. Contact ActSafe or your is a part of the ascender system and cannot distributor for more information. When...
  • Page 28: Service & Maintenance

    Changing the primary connection sling If unsure of any of these steps, contact RECOMMENDATION ActSafe Systems or local distributor. We recommend that you change the karbiner 1. Use pliers to force the captive bar out. and the sling at the same time.
  • Page 29: Remote Control, Changing The Batteries

    ActSafe Systems or your local distri- butor if you don’t find your part here. Material Rope grab 49-150-201 Cover 50-160-103 Thin Oil Knife 50-150-105 CRC 5-56 Rope guide 49-160-309 Loctite 243 Sling 50-160-135 Karabiner 50-105-052 User’s Manual ACC II Ascender Rev 1-2013...
  • Page 30: Trouble Shooting Guide

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE trouble ShootING GuIDe If this guide does not solve your problems, contact ActSafe Systems or by ActSafe approved distributor. No power when main switch is pressed PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY The emergency stop is activated. Disengage the emergency stop.
  • Page 31 See instruction 2. The ascender is in need of repair and service, The battery is flat. contact ActSafe or an approved distributor. See instruction 1. The emergency stop is activated Deactivate the emergency button. 1) Measure the voltage (on pins I...
  • Page 32 Change the rope. for the ascender. The ascender is in need of repair and service, The rope grab is worn. contact ActSafe or an approved distributor. The remote control cannot operate the winch when LED is green PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY The distance to the winch is too far.
  • Page 33: Warranty & Guarantee

    WARRANTY poWer ASCeNDerS WArrANty termS ActSafe Systems AB (“ActSafe”) guarantees the Power Ascender (“product”) purchased to be free from defects resulting from the use of faulty parts or poor workmanship during its manufacture subject to terms of the limited warranty ("warranty") given below.
  • Page 34: Technical Data

    Over heating protection Weight 15 kg Excluding battery. Dimentions 38 x 25 x 30 cm The remote shall have visual contact with Remote control range Up to 100 meters the ascender to ensure maximal range. © Copyright ActSafe Systems AB...
  • Page 35: Appendix

    Sagbäcksvägen 13 SE43731 Lindome, Sweden We hereby declare that the power ascender type ActSafe ACC (Mark II) for the lifting and lowering of loads and persons meets the fundamental requirements of the below stated EC directives: EC Machinery Directive 2006/42//EC Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC Including the associated amendments.
  • Page 36 Distributor: ActSafe Systems AB Sagbäcksvägen 13 | SE-437 31 Lindome | Sweden Phone +46 31 65 56 60 | Fax +46 31 65 56 69 info@ actsafe.se | www.actsafe.se www.actsafe.se © Copyright ActSafe Systems AB...

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