ActSafe ACX - Maintenance and cleaning of the Ascender

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» Wipe the Ascender with a wet cloth
and let it dry. Do not clean the Ascender
with a high-pressure cleaner
» Clean the Carabiner thoroughly, lubricate
with thin oil and wipe dry
» Spray the pins with an electronic connector
cleaner/lubricator when needed
Note
DO NOT use a high-pressure cleaner.
Repairs, annual service and inspection
shall be carried out by an ActSafe-
authorised service partner. More
frequent inspection intervals may be
required because of local regulations.
Cleaning the Ascender
G.01 MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
OF THE ASCENDER
Only use original spare parts and materials
recommended and supplied by ActSafe.
Go through ‘Checklist before use’ (F.11) during every maintenance.
RECOMMENDATION
Basic Inspection Guidance for users and
third party inspection:
To be used safely, each Ascender should meet following
requirements at all times:
» No obvious damage or excessive wear on Ascender
and its components
» Basic function test of Ascender including Emergency
Stop and emergency descent (see section F.10)
» 1,25 x SWL dynamic load test; descending full speed
and then stop with max 10 cm (3,9”) slippage
» 1,5 x SWL static load test; no slippage allowed
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