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The instruction manual for this device consists of general and specific instructions,
both must be carefully read and understood before use. Attention! This leaflet
shows the specific instruction only.
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS EN 567 / EN 12841-B. This note contains the neces-
sary information for a correct use of the following product/s: ascenders.
1) FIELD OF APPLICATION. This product is a personal protective device (P.P.E.)
against falls from height; it is compliant with the Regulation (EU) 2016/425.
Attention! For this product the indications of the standard EN 365 must be re-
spected (general instructions / paragraph 2.5). Attention! For this product a peri-
odic thorough inspection is compulsory (general instructions / paragraph 8.) EN
12841:2006-B - Rope access system / rope adjustment device type B / working
line ascender. Must be used with ropes (core + sheath) static or semi-static EN
1891-A Ø 10÷13 mm. Attention! For the certification of this device, the follow-
ing ropes have been employed: Teufelberger Patron PLUS Ø 10 mm and Tendon
Static 13 mm. EN 567 - Mountaineering equipment: rope clamps. Must be used
with ropes (core + sheath) static or semi-static (EN 1891) or dynamic (EN 892) Ø
8÷13 mm. Risk of death! The ascending system with pulley is not a PPE (Personal
Protective Equipment) and it can only be used as described in paragraph 7.
2) NOTIFIED BODIES. Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph
9 / table D): M1; N1.
3) NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS (Fig. 4). A) Double upper slot. B) Locking cam. C)
Opening/safety/release lever. D) Grip. E) Lower slot. F) Bracket attachment slot.
G) Safety cover. H) Upper slot. I) Ascender system with pulley. L) Lever support. M)
Lever. N) Body. O) Pulley.
4) MARKING. Numbers/letters without caption: refer to the legend in the general
instructions (paragraph 5).
4.1 - General (Fig. 4). Indications: 3; 4; 6; 7; 8; 11; 12; 13; 15; 19; 30) Hand
of use: R (for the R hand) or L (for the L hand). 31) Note indicating that the ascend-
ing system and the pulley are not PPE.
4.2 - Traceability (Fig. 4). Indications: T1; T3; T8.
5) CHECKS. Further to the checks listed below, comply with what indicated in the
general instructions (paragraph 3). Check carefully before each use: the cam teeth
are present and show no signs of wear; the connector placed in the attachment
slot is free to rotate unimpeded; only for the Quick Roll model, there is no gap
between the ascender system and the handled ascender on which it is attached.
During each use: ensure the rope is always in tension to avoid possible free-falls;
avoid having slack rope between the anchor and the attachment on the harness;
take great care to prevent the rope coming out when using it transversally on
stretched ropes.
6) USER INSTRUCTIONS. The user must always be positioned below the anchor
point (Fig. 15). Attention! Do not use on metal cables or plied ropes.
6.1 - Insertion of the rope. Turn the lever to open the cam (Fig. 6.1-9.1). Couple
the lever with the body of the device (Fig. 6.2-9.2). Insert the rope in the correct
up/down direction (Fig. 6.3-9.3) and release the lever to close the cam (Fig.
6.4-9.4).
6.2 - Function testing. Run a locking test to make sure the rope is in the right
direction (Fig. 6.5-6.6/9.5-9.6). Relieve the load from the device to open it and
release the rope. To facilitate cam opening, push the rope clamp upwards and
operate the lever at the same time.
6.3 - Ascent (with the aid of another suitable device). The device runs freely
upwards (Fig. 7.1-10.1) and locks in position (Fig. 7.2-10.2). Be careful when
approaching the anchor and/or fraction points (Fig. 8.1). In no case should
the rope clamp be used when the potential fall factor is greater than 1, i.e.
the user must stay at all time below the device and/or the anchor point (Fig.
8.2). Attention! A fall factor greater than 1 may cause the rope to break. Only
for 2D639**/2D642** models: In order to ascend on a vertical rope, pull
downwards parallel to the rope (Fig. 7.2). In order to ascend on a non-vertical
rope, you must constrain the direction of the rope by inserting a connector into the
top double slot (Fig. 7.5). Only for 2D640** models: Secure the device to the
harness through a semicircular quick-link (Fig. 12.1) or through a connector with
a locking gate (automatic or manual); the quick-link or the connector must be intro-
duced into the lower hole. Connect the upper hole to the pectoral of the harness
in a way that the device adheres vertically to the bust (Fig. 12.2). Attention! In
order to ascend on a non-vertical rope, hold in the hand the horizontal part of the
rope and pull it as much as possible towards a vertical position, in order to avoid
the risk that the locking cam opens. Attention! The model 2D642D5 presents a
safety cover that prevents, in case of special situations (ex. realizations of pulley
systems), the exit of the rope (Fig. 19).
6.4 - Attention. This device is not designed for use during descents but it can be
used for short sections as follows: relieve the load from the device to partially open
the lever, operating it internally so as not to move the safety lock, move the rope
clamp down (2) and reapply the load (Fig. 10.3-11).
6.5 - Release under load (PATENTED). The device comes with a mechanism that
enables it to open even when it is not possible to relieve the load completely.
Move the ratchet grip inward to turn the cam and move it away from the rope,
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which allows it to release and open out (Fig. 11.1÷11.3). The force applied
depends on the load on the device, but it must always be enough to prevent any
accidental opening. With this system the cam does not open if the load applied
(e.g. the weight of an operator) is too high. Releasing in the presence of an exces-
sive load may damage the rope slightly.
6.6 - Speleo progression technique. A chest ascender device is used for ascend-
ing on a single rope in combination with a L or R ascent handle, a rope clamp
for R or L foot and a foot loop. Progression can be: simultaneous, by pushing
both legs together (Fig. 17.1÷17.); alternate, by pushing one leg after the other
sequentially (Fig. 18.1÷18.2).
6.7 - 2D639**/2D642** - Other types of use. Some of the operating modes of
this device are shown in this manual: A) User safety when ascending stairs, ramps
or during climbs. B) Construction of hoists for rescue and first-aid interventions (Fig.
14). C) Use during vertical ascents for self-safety (Fig. 12.4). The rope clamp must
be secured to the harness using the two upper slots, and the rope must pass be-
tween the carabiner and the side plate of the device. Attention! Avoid set-ups as
shown in figure 12.5-12.6. D) Use as waist rope clamp. This device can be used
in the waist position when ascending a rope. To keep it in the correct position
(i.e. parallel to the body), use a rectangular quick link to secure it to the correct
attachment point on the harness (Fig. 12.1-12.2).
7) QUICK ROLL SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS.
The Quick Roll model is equipped with a lifting system with pulley that can be
used both for rope access and for caving activities. Attention! The lifting system
with pulley is not P.P.E. and it can only be used as an additional aid to the ascent,
as per the methods shown, but not for lifting people and/or material (Fig. 20).
7.1 - Use for rope access (Fig. 21). Install the Quick Roll onto the working rope
above the self-braking descender (e.g. Sparrow). If necessary, connect a foot loop
to the bottom hole of the ascender. Pass the working rope so that it goes from the
descender and in to the ascending system and carry out the ascent as shown.
7.2 - Use for caving (MAO method) (Fig. 22). Install the Quick Roll ascender onto
the rope above the chest ascender. Attach a foot loop to the upper hole of the
chest ascender. Pass the rope into the ascending system and carry out the ascent
as shown.
8) EN 12841:2006 SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS.
These equipment are rope adjustment devices type B, for the ascending of a work-
ing line. Rope adjustment devices type B are Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
intended to be incorporated in a rope access system. Rope adjustment devices
must not be used for fall arrest. An anchor line loaded with the entire weight of
the user, has to be considered a work line and is not meant to arrest a fall. It is
mandatory to use a fall arrest back-up device type A connected to a safety line.
Pay attention that the back-up system is never loaded on to the work line (Fig. 16).
Warnings: only anchor points that comply with the EN 795 standard can be used
(minimum strength 12 kN or 18 kN for non-metallic anchors) that do not have
sharp edges; avoid any overloading or loading on the device because can harm
the anchor line; maximum length of the lanyard to extend the harness connection
by 1 m (lanyard + connectors + device); during the use, the anchor point must
always be placed above the operator; the technical performances of the anchor
line might vary considerably, due to dirt, moisture, ice, repeated uses on the same
stretch: keep in mind that these variances will influence the behavior of the rope
inside the device; max work-load 140 kg.
9) SYMBOLS. Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph 15): F2;
F3; F4; F5; F9.
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