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In case the Ascender is stopping during ascent
because of an empty Battery, it is still possible
to descend whilst using the Throttle.
Take care not to engage the Battery Release when
using the emergency descent since this could result
in disconnecting and dropping the Battery.
Note
RECOMMENDATION
Always try to restart the Ascender fi rst before
using the emergency descent method.
CAUTION
An emergency descent can result in serious damage
to the Ascender. Only use the emergency descent
in case of an emergency.
If you do need to descend manually, control your speed
and hold the dead rope in one hand while descending.
F.04 EMERGENCY DESCENT
The emergency descent is ONLY to be used to get down in
a safe and controlled manner in case of an Ascender failure.
The Emergency Descent Lever enables a mechanical
release of the Ascender brake, and it should NEVER
be used during normal operation because emergency
descent can, in rare cases, damage the Ascender.
Emergency descent procedure:
1. Hold the dead rope in one hand.
2. Descend by gently pulling the lever backwards as shown.
3. Stop the descent by letting go of the descent handle.
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