User`s manual

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User’s Manual PME Ascender 4-stroke engine
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
Maintenance recommendation
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
Use only original spare parts / material
recommended by ActSafe Systems AB.
Clean the unit regularly (the performance
will be a ected negatively by excessive
dust, clogged parts etc). Check the kara-
biners for oxidation. Clean and lubricate if
needed.
Check the engine oil, replace if needed
Check the air  lter, clean or replace if
needed.
Clean the ascender
of salt water/dirt
NOTE ! Do not use running water
or any degreasing agent, never use
a high-pressure washer!
• Clean and dry the ascender with a wet
cloth or brush after use, removing all
moisture and dirt.
• Dry dust can be removed
with compressed air.
• Clean the karabiner thoroughly,
lubricate with thin oil.
1. Take o the rescue kit bag
(velcro connection).
2. Rotate the rope grab if needed
so the shear pin comes visible.
3. Unscrew the shear pin using a
screwdriver and a shift key.
4. Attach the new safety shear bolt
with a 13 mm wrench. Use Loctite 243.
Do not over-tighten!
Remove the ignition cable before service.
Do this to avoid accidental start-up during
maintenance work.
RECOMMENDATION
Keep the engine cylinder  ns and control parts
free from dirt and other foreign substances,
which could aff ect the revolution speed.
Go through “Checklist before and after usage”
at every maintenance to increase the safety for
the user (/users) of the product.
RECOMMENDATION
If a safety shear bolt is broken, regardless of the
reason, it must be sent to an authorized dealer
for safety inspection! The ascender must not be
used before this inspection is done.
DANGER
Changing a broken
safety shear bolt
This service must only be performed by ActSafe
or an authorized ActSafe distributor.