ActSafe PME User Manual

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ActSafe PME

4-stroke engine

User's guide

WARNING!

All potential users of this equipment and users management

must be read and understand the instructions fully.

Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

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Page 1 ActSafe PME 4-stroke engine User’s guide WARNING! All potential users of this equipment and users management must be read and understand the instructions fully. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. © Copyright Act Safe Systems AB, 2009...
Page 2: Fuel - Warning
NOTE! Fuel >95 octane 4-stroke engine...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Please closely follow the instructions as shown in the description of the machine and the work method described, and ActSafe PME will open up new possibilities for working safely at height ActSafe offers you a full range of personal protective equipment (PPE), and comprehensive training in the use and handling of this equipment.
Page 4: Symbols
The motor must not be operated before these safety instructions have been read and understood. Read this guide carefully as well as the instructions concerning the engine (page 21). This symbol means that the text refers to Danger risk of injury. The words Attention Caution indicate the...
Page 5: Definitions
Definitions 1. Accelerator Handle 12. Top hole for fastening the rope/carabiner 2. Spark Plug 13. Lower hole, NOT FOR LIFTING! 3. Switch 14. Engine Sling 4. Starter Assy Red/Magnapull 15. Carabiner D-form 5. Tank Lid complete 16. Fuel Tank 6. Gear box/Transmission 17.
Page 6: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS If this warning is ignored, it could result in death, serious injuries or damage to property. DO NOT run the engine in an unventilated area. (Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odourless deadly toxin). DO NOT put your hands or feet into moving or rotating parts. DO NOT store, spill or use petrol near any ignition source, including unshielded flames or near furnaces or water heaters that have permanent flames or which could produce sparks.
Page 7: User Manual For Actsafe Pme
In the same way, check the components that form the “rescue kit” which are packed in the pouch on top of the ActSafe PME. If the slings have become wet during use, they should be hung to dry at room temperature.
Page 8: How To Use The Machine
Start the machine as instructed in the user’s manual, and make sure that the ActSafe PME is in good working USE DURING RESCUE OPERATIONS order before ascending.
Page 9: Fuel- And Maintenance Safety
WARNING! - Maintain the machine according to recommended procedures. Never modify the ActSafe PME in any way. Do not use - Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance. the machine for any job except for those which it is intended.
Page 10: Transport And Storage
TRANSPORT AND STORAGE - Carry the ActSafe PME by the handle with the engine off and the muffler away from your body. WARNING! - Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank and secure the ActSafe PME before storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
Page 11: Stopping-, Running In, Working Methods, Summary
When the ActSafe PME is new, a somewhat lower lift power may be experienced due to the fact that the brake shoes have not yet been run in.
Page 12 The method reduces or eliminates unnecessary climbing. deflection pulleys, karabiner, ActSafe PME, motorised rope winch or a line thrower. The principle of the technology is following: a long rope is “rocketed”...
Page 13: Working Technique, Description Of Machine Operation
Below is a detailed description of work technology as well as required connections and products that should be used is hanging down to the ground when wrapped around a together with the ActSafe PME. However, it should be wire rope considered that this instruction does not replace any training is hanging freely after fixation to prevent it from wear and that is necessary for using this kind of equipment.
Page 14 The anchorage point must have a break load of at least 2) Press the rope with your thumb in the ring through the metal 15kN. Karabiner, harnesses, slings etc. must be of loop that is situated directly above the rope grab. approved type and have a CE-marking for personal protective equipment (PPE).
Page 15 Press the choke button down directly after the Check the power supply with the ON/OFF switch. machine has started. - Turn gently on the throttle and the ActSafe PME will “climb” up the rope to a level where the karabiner hangs under the machine.
Page 16: Operation In Case Of An Engine Failure
Have sufficient rope However, the device may also be used during other (approx. 1 - 2 m) between the ActSafe PME and the I’D so assignments, preferably under weather conditions where it you can work easily.
Page 17 5. Release the rope from the machine’s rope grab (the safety device is now formed by the TIBLOC which is attached to the harness by the short sling). The ActSafe PME is now loose and you can hang down, still connected to your harness.
Page 18 7. Disengage the TIBLOC and begin the descent. This technique is also employed when the machine is used to ascend to a work situation during construction, i.e. the machine will transport you up, but before the work commences, re-attachment in preparation of the descent is done.
Page 19: Examples Of Rescue Measures
The ActSafe PME also functions as a source of power for lifts When the ActSafe PME is used with heavy loads (up to 600 kg), and in rescue operations, it is necessary to split the forces onto several ropes. This is possible during rescue operations.
Page 20: Rescue Of Colleagues In Emergency Situations
RESCUE OF COLLEAGUES FROM FRAMEWORK STRUCTURES Where ActSafe PME is used in working situations on framework structures, a method has been developed where the work rope, which is used to ascend and descend to the place of work, is anchored at ground level. The work rope is anchored on the ground using a sling, a karabiner and a descending device.
Page 21: Example Of Setup
Alternatives to different set up...
Page 22: Service And Inspection
The machine has to be maintained and serviced according avoid: to below instruction in order to ensure its reliable - carburettor malfunctions functioning. ActSafe PME must be sent to a competent - starting problems workshop at least once a year. Contact Act Safe Systems - engine power reduction AB for information about your nearest workshop - unnecessary wear on the engine parts.
Page 23 - Clean the exterior of the carburettor and the space around it. - Clean the fan and the space around it. Yearly maintenance: ActSafe PME must be sent to a competent workshop once a year. Contact Act Safe Systems AB for information about your nearest...
Page 24: Rope Grab
THE ROPE GRAB It is normally not necessary to remove the rope grab for inspection unless it has been exposed to abnormally dusty or dirty environment. However, in case it should be necessary to clean the machine and its rope grab, please observe the following instructions: The rope grab can be demounted and replaced only together with the drive shaft.
Page 25: Engine Warranty
ENGINE WARRANTY Act Safe Systems AB is pleased to assume warranty obligations and apologies for the trouble caused to you. All authorised dealers are also entitled carry out warranty repairs. In most cases it only concerns routine repairs, however, sometimes warranty claims are not justified. For instance, warranty is deemed void if engine defects are caused by misuse, incorrect maintenance, transport, handling, storage or installation.
Page 26: Extended Warranty
The warranty is not valid if the ActSafe PME has damages caused by accident, carelessness or if the ascender has been used outside its purposed range. ActSafe can not be held responsible for direct or indirect consequences caused by the use of this ActSafe product.
Page 27: Guarantee
Guarantee General conditions ActSafe is responsible for the proper function of the product during the guarantee time period. If a defect is detected while under guarantee the product will be repaired without cost by ActSafe or a authorized Service Dealer.
Page 28: Warning, User's Caution
WARNING! The ActSafe PME should only be used so that the rope has an anchor point straight above the position of the user. The anchor point has to withstand a force of at least 15kN. Before use, make a visual inspection of all the components of the system to ensure that it is in a serviceable condition and operates correctly.
Page 31: Service Card
SERVICE CARD ActSafe Serial No: Year of manufacture Date of purchase Date first put into service Name of owner Date of service: INSPECTOR DATE...
Page 32: Specification Of Actsafe Pme
Specifications for ActSafe PME The ActSafe PME is the basic product in a working method developed by Act Safe Systems. The method, together with the machine and product knowledge, demands trained personnel. Immediately before use, the user shall: make a visual inspection of the ActSafe PME and all the components in the working system like ropes, karabiners and descending device etc to ensure that it is in a serviceable condition and will operate correctly.