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This user manual provides general information about in damage to property, the safe operation and risks associated with the use of the ActSafe Rigging Frame. It also gives details personal injury or death. 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 Rigging Frame.
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FOREWORD Thank you for choosing the Rigging Frame from ActSafe Systems. INTRODUCTION The Rigging Frame is a lightweight and portable edge management system for the deviation of ropes over edges, for rope rescue, and rope access. About ActSafe A.01 The main benefit of this frame is to pass casualties, About this manual A.02...
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ABOUT ACTSAFE A.01 We are completely committed ActSafe is a pioneer in developing powered Rope Ascenders and has been delivering to our customers and do our high-performance equipment since 1997. utmost to deliver top quality products and service. ActSafe has a worldwide distribution...
However, this manual DANGER cannot replace the need for training and Not following instructions or training experience. The Rigging Frame must only methods may result in SERIOUS be used by operators who have undergone BODILY INJURY or DEATH.
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Backup system or Ascender and/or is suspended on the lifting system. Guying line A tensioned rope that is used to stabilise the Rigging Frame in its desired position. Safe Working Load. The maximum load (as certified by a competent person) that an Lifting system...
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ASSEMBLY B.01 The Rigging Frame is made up of two sets of aluminium poles. Each set is a group of three distinct tube types which, when connected, form a triangle structure. When combined, the two triangle forms create the Rigging Frame.
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Side view Rear view – fastening complete 1. Lay the two pole sets out on the floor. Place the end of 2. Secure the fastening by scewing together both parts the U-sections over the top of the red tubes and align of the eyelet bolts through the bolt holes.
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Cross-section view CAUTION Only use original feet to extend the frame. The use of any other feet could affect the structural integrity. 3. Fasten the two red ties around the two 4. The frame can be raised if required. Extend the legs by pulling the steel U-sections tubes.
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» If you are in any doubt about the » No cracks or holes under both feet condition of the Rigging Frame, do not use it and contact your ActSafe » No bending of tubes No damage to tubes »...
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C.01 OVERVIEW AND PIVOTING FRAME In this section, three basic Rigging Frame applications are shown. For more detailed information about these applications and the exact setups, see the respective sections in the manual. Pivoting Frame The Pivoting Frame setup, with its inwards/ outwards pivot, is ideal for lifting a casualty over an edge in a controlled manner.
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C.02 FIXED FRAME Fixed Frame The Rigging Frame can also be used in a fixed position with multiple guying lines. The Fixed Frame setup allows edges to be cleared in situations where there is little space to manage the frame, or where the frame cannot stand on a level surface.
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C.03 TRAMWAY FRAME Tramway Frame The Rigging Frame can also be used as a support frame for Tramway guidelines, to facilitate further ground clearance for easier access and exit on the Tramway. The frame can be fixed on the Tramway ropes for improved stability.
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PIVOTING FRAME Working principle, angles and resultant forces D.01 Setup position D.02 Rigging D.03 Outward edge transition D.04 Inward edge transition D.05...
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Secure the feet of the balance in its outward position, towards the area around feet and rigging frame to avoid when the angles of the ingoing therefore the feet do not slip away. them slipping away.
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In order to achieve a steadily Top instability Feet instability balanced frame with equalised If the frame is leaning too far If the frame is moved too far angles, is is it important to position inwards, the outward rope angle outward, the resultant force will move the frame and the anchors well –...
D.02 SETUP POSITION 5. The in-going rope should be in line Ensuring optimal stability with the top bar to prevent the frame Rigging Anchor 1. The frame must be positioned from being pulled sideways on a solid, stable surface able 6.
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Top View Main rigging anchor Varying distance of 2.5m - 4.5m Anchor line & Lifting system Between 110cm -150cm apart Edge Approx 20cm from edge Frame...
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Actsafe ascender that is (275KG SWL) with a maximum karabiner and a short sling to the rear connected to the main rigging anchor.
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Actsafe ACX the specific situation operating procedures and preferences. DANGER Never connect the backup system to the Rigging Frame, not directly or as deviation and Backup system Anchor be aware of any sharp edges when rigging this system.
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D.04 OUTWARD EDGE TRANSITION Good teamwork and Once the Rigging Frame is correctly Frame feet. The frame will sit on the positioned and all ropes are correctly ground on its rear poles. The operator is understanding of the rigged and checked, the edge...
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It is recommended to push the frame The backup Backup system operator: outward Rigging Frame tubes with the full body/shoulder outwards to rope is gently given. Avoid any slack while being moved outwards. overcome the inward pushing force in the backup rope.
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Wait until frame is secured frame has reached the balance position. by frame operator The Rigging Frame is gently held to Suspended operator: The front tubes ensure it stays in its balance position. can now be released, if they were held,...
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Lowering Once the frame is secured the lowering can begin. Frame operator: The Rigging Frame Ascender and backup system is gently held to ensure it stays in its operator: The suspended operator is balance position. The frame operator lowered to their destination under the...
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Rigging Frame as low as outward Rigging Frame tubes Lifting possible for the frame operator. while being moved inwards.
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Inward transition The moment the single pulley connected to the suspended operator and the double pulley on the frame touch each other the inward transition can begin in order to lift the suspended operator over the edge. Frame operator: Firmly push the Ascender operator: The lifting rope is top of the frame outwards with the body gently pulled in, while keeping an eye...
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The rigging and setup of the Rigging Frame are the same for the fixed Rigging Frame. The frame should be positioned on a solid surface and be fixed in a position so that the load is shared equally over both feet.
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Note The position of the main rigging anchor should be at least 2.5m away from the feet of the Rigging Frame to prevent excessive pressure on the legs of the frame.
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Tramway. Setup The Rigging Frame should stand on a solid surface and should be fixed to prevent tilting or movement. This can be achieved with guying ropes, similar to the fixed edge setup.
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Note The rigging of the tramway setup serves as an example and can be adjusted to meet local regulations, standard operating procedures or personal preferences.
Products, rust or corrosion; ActSafe reserves the right to use (v) Products for which the serial reconditioned parts with performance number has been removed or parameters equal to those of new tampered with;...
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Except as otherwise required by added. Repair and replacement in governing law, under no circumstances accordance with the warranty terms (including negligence) shall ActSafe, are the sole and exclusive remedies its affiliates, and their respective directors, officers, employees or for defects. The warranty is exclusive...
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