SKYLOTEC ACTSAFE Pre-Use Checklist

ACTSAFE RCX POWER ASCENDER
PRE-USE CHECKLIST
PLEASE NOTE: This document is a guide and must
only be used in addition to the user manual.
Battery connection
1
1.1 Check the Battery Pack for damage to Battery Housing.
1.2 Check the Connector pins are clean and not damaged.
1.3 Check the Battery is charged and the Battery Strap present.
Ascender housing
2
2.1 Check Ascender Housing for cracks/severe damage.
2.2 Ensure Battery connector pins are clean and show
no sign of damage.
2.3 Check Rubber Sealing Rings are present (see right).
2.4 Slide the Battery onto the Ascender and check
it is locked in to position.
Rope Arm Pulleys
3
The two Rope Arm Pulleys should
rotate easily, but not spin freely as
they have water tight rubber sealings.
Rope Arm (B)
4
Check that it rotates freely without
touching any other parts and that the
spring moves it back to its leftmost
horisontal resting position. Check for
deformation, excessive wear or any
sharp edges.
Rope Wedge
5
Check Rope Wedge for deformation
or any visible damage. The Rope
Wedge should be straight, sit just
above the bottom of the Rope Grab
and should not touch the ribs on the
inside of the Rope Grab.
Rope Grab
6
Check the Rope Grab is clean and not filled
with dirt, sand, paint or any other foreign
material. Check the inside for obvious da-
mage, signs of wear or sharp edges. Check
that teeth are in good condition.
Connection Sling and Carabiner
7
Check Connection Sling for wear, discolo-
ration or damage such as cuts, abrasion
and contaminants (paint, glues, chemicals).
Take particular note of the condition of the
Titanium Sling Bolt and Carabiner Loop.
Inspect the carabiner for wear, damage
and deformation. Check that the carabiner
opens and locks correctly.
RCX Pre Use Checklist Rev 1.0
2.2
2.1
IMPORTANT
If you find any inconsistencies DO NOT use
the ascender. Contact your local SKYLOTEC
distributor for advice.
A power ascender should never be used
without a backup system when being used
to lift people.
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www.skylotec.com/eu_en/skylotec/quality/
2.4
Rubber Sealing Ring
2.3
Rope Arm
Rope Arm Pulleys
Rope Grab
Rope Wedge
Rope Cover