Ronin Lift Instruction Manual

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Ronin Lift
Your Personal Ascender
"Original Instructions"
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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Ronin Lift Your Personal Ascender “Original Instructions” Page 1 of...
  • Page 2: Warning

    WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not open the Ronin Lift’s front cover. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Caution Modification of controls or adjustment of performance, other than specified by procedures herein, may results in injury or death. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications, not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 3: About Lithium Ion Battery

    About lithium ion battery The lithium ion battery used to power this product contains Perchlorate. The following statement is required by the state of California, USA: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/percholate Page 3 of...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning About Lithium Ion Battery Precautions Product Overview Specifications Box Contents Ronin Lift Device Labels Charging Instructions Rope Requirements Battery Installation & Motor Initiation Loading Rope Operating Ronin Lift Ronin Lift Duty Cycle Inspection and Maintenance Inspection and Log Sheet...
  • Page 5: Precautions

    • Do not wet or submerge Ronin Lift. Ronin Lift is IP54 rated and not waterproof. • Be careful when carrying the Ronin Lift, if you do not have a good grip, the device may drop causing potential damage or injury •...
  • Page 6 • If you experience any of the following health problems, discontinue use of the device immediately. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor. ⎯ Dizziness, nausea, fatigue or symptoms similar to motion sickness ⎯ Discomfort or pain in a part of the body, such as hands, arms or legs •...
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    device (this may take several hours). If the device still does not operate properly contact customer service. Product Overview Page 7 of...
  • Page 8 Ronin Lift Personal Ascender 1 – Ronin Lift Personal Ascender 2 – Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery 3 – Battery Indicator 4 – Brake/Descend Handle 5 – Tensioner Knob 6 – Carabineer Clip Attachment Point 7 – Handle 8 – Thumbwheel 9 –...
  • Page 9 Ronin Lift Specifications 28 VDC nominal 100 amps (1 min burst) Motor 275º F (135º C) max operating Temp 4500 rpm 5 N-m continuous torque Gearbox 32:1 reduction Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Speed Controller 120 amps max 33 VDC Max .381k ohm...
  • Page 10: Specifications

    Battery Type Lithium-Ion Voltage 28.8 VDC Nominal Amperage 90 amps (1 min burst) Battery Capacity 6 Ah Operating Temperature -4º F - 100º F (-20º C - 38º C) Mass Approximately 6.5 lbs. Battery Life Approximately 300 Charges Charge Time Approximately 2.5 hrs.
  • Page 11: Box Contents

    Box Contents 1: Ronin Lift Personal Ascender 2: Lithium-Ion Rechargable Battery 3: AC Power Supply 4: AC Power Cord Page 11 of...
  • Page 12: Ronin Lift Device Labels

    The Ronin Lift label provides device information, part number, serial number, year of manufacture, device limits and capabilities, certifications acquired, and yearly maintenance intervals performed for the 5-year life of the Ronin Lift Personal Ascender. Page 12 of...
  • Page 13 The maintenance or repair can be scheduled by calling and obtaining a Manufacturer Repair Order (MRO) number. Do not open the Ronin Lift or warranty will be voided. The do not open label is a tear away one-use label for anti-tampering.
  • Page 14 The brake label provides instructions on which direction to operate the brake handle for applying the brake or releasing the brake. The brake is always in the “On” position. To release the brake, you must physically pull down on the handle.
  • Page 15: Charging Instructions

    • Only use static line rope with aramid or kernmantle sheath in your Ronin Lift. • The only approved rope sizes for use with the Ronin Lift is Static Rope, range of 10 mm diameter to 12 mm diameter sizes.
  • Page 16 • The rope should have low sheath slippage and the outer sheath should not balloon or swell. Rope Warnings • Only use static line ropes with aramid or kernmantle sheath with Ronin Lift • Do not use Dynamic rope • Inspect rope prior to use, during use and after use for rope integrity •...
  • Page 17: Battery Installation & Motor Initiation

    1. Slide the battery down the side of the Ronin Lift, matching the slots in the Ronin Lift with the tangs on the battery.
  • Page 18: Loading Rope

    1. Rotate the red tensioner knob in the clockwise direction, until it bottoms out on the Ronin Lift ascender housing. This will pull down the tensioner and create space to allow the rope to feed into the system. Make sure the knob is turned fully clockwise, until it cannot be turned any more.
  • Page 19 Rope Inlet 3. Once you get approximately 10 inches (25 cm) of rope in the system, then stop and turn the Red Tensioner knob left (Counterclockwise) to the neutral position. (NOTE: The lever arm should be floating between the two flanges on the shaft of the Red Tensioner knob.
  • Page 20: Operating Ronin Lift

    Caution: Ensure you have all safety equipment on and properly secured, prior to using Ronin Lift. Misuse or improperly secured equipment could result in serious injury or death. Never use Ronin Lift Personal Ascender without a Safety lock line. 1. Be sure to use a secondary rope grab system. Below is an example of a rope grab system, this is one example.
  • Page 21 Red Tensioner knob counterclockwise, until Ronin is no longer slipping under power) 4. Once clipped into the Ronin Lift, grip the handle in your left hand and gently pull the thumbwheel down slowly, to actuate the motor & remove any slack in the line.
  • Page 22 Thumbwheel Manual Brake/Descend Handle 5. When ready to stop ascending release the thumbwheel switch. (Note: The brake is always engaged, while ascending. Once you stop your ascent the Ronin will automatically brake in that spot). Manual Brake/Descend Handle Thumbwheel 6. When descending its best practice to TAP the thumbwheel and then simultaneously pull the brake handle down.
  • Page 23 For example, a double up system can be used by using a pully and connecting one end of the rope to the top of the Ronin Lift and feeding the other end through the Ronin Lift. This reduces the speed of the device in half.
  • Page 24: Ronin Lift Duty Cycle

    To meet this requirement please do not exceed the duty cycle described below: The Ronin Lift can ascend 200 ft. of rope continuously in 100 °F (38 °C) temperature with max load of 400 lbs. (181Kg).
  • Page 25: Inspection And Maintenance

    Inspection and Maintenance During the Ronin Lifts life cycle, periodic inspection and maintenance is required. Some parts will experience wear and will need to be replaced. See table below for periodic inspection, maintenance check and parts replacement intervals. Part Inspection...
  • Page 26: Inspection And Log Sheet

    (items must be received by Ronin within 30 days of issuing the MRO): Note: Please do not hand deliver your product to the Ronin facility, even if you are local. This facility is not set up to receive visitors.
  • Page 27: End Of Life

    Ronin does not need to be returned, because it falls under one of the Annual Service Exceptions, then the life of a Ronin can be extended up to 10 years. The service life of a Ronin cannot exceed 10 years under any circumstances.
  • Page 28: Warranty

    We're disappointed if you're not completely satisfied with your Ronin purchase. We take a lot of pride in our products and service! If you are experiencing a problem with a Ronin purchase, please take a minute to read the information below to determine if your issue is covered under the Ronin warranty.

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