Harken NINJA MULTIASCEND Manual

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Field of ApplicationBefore using the Harken Ninja MultiAscend, read the instructions containedin this manual thoroughly. This instruction manual is an integral part of theproduct, and it supplies information for its correct safe use and maintenance.If you do not understand any of the instructions, please contact Harken’sauthorized dealer. Harken shall not be liable for damages, injuries, ordeath caused by usage not covered in this manual or any non‑compliant orunsafe actions.This manual is intended for specialized personnel or expert users.Safety InformationGeneral adviceProgress capture device for ascending rope, and short distancerope descents.Intended use• As a type B rope adjustmentdevice compliant to the EuropeanStandard EN 12841:2006 (fullyrated and locking chest ascender)up to a maximum rated load of140 kg, that is a manually operateddevice which, when attached toa working line, locks under loadin one direction and slides freelyin the opposite direction, to beused on rope access systems andrelated activities.• This product can be used forhauling systems: this use is to beconsidered outside the scopes ofthe Regulation 2016/425.• This product should only beused by one person at a time;this equipment should be apersonal issue item.• This product is intended to preventthe risk of falls from a height duringacceptable activities.• As a rope clamp compliant to theEuropean Standard EN 567:2013to be used on mountaineeringand related activities, that isa mechanical device which, ifattached to a rope or an accessorycord of appropriate diameter,will clamp under load in onedirection and move freely in theopposite direction.Improper use• Do not use with wire rope.• Do not use as a fall arrest device.• Do not use this product outsideof its limitations, or for any otherpurpose than that for which it isintended.• Do not alter, tamper, or addto this equipment without themanufacturer’s prior writtenconsent. Any repair shall only becarried out in accordance with themanufacturer’s procedures.• Do not use this rope clamp inweather or environmental extremes.Personal protective equipment• Harness, gloves, and helmetthat meet national and/or local requirements arerecommended.• Follow your national and/orlocal regulatory requirementsfor Personal ProtectiveEquipment (PPE).Risks• This equipment shall only be usedby a person trained and competentin its safe use.• Activities involving the use of theNinja MultiAscend are inherentlydangerous. You are responsible foryour own actions and decisions.• Read and understand allinstructions before use• Get specific training on theNinja MultiAscend’s proper use.• Become acquainted withMultiAscend’s capabilitiesand limitations.• Understand and accept the risksinvolved.• Users must be medically fit forall activities the MultiAscend isinvolved in. Users must be capableof controlling their own safety in anyemergency situation.• Failure to heed any of thesewarnings could result in severeinjury or death.• Overloading or dynamic load on theNinja MultiAscend may damage theanchor rope.• Verify that the product markings arelegible. Fig 4WARNINGSDo not use as a fall arrest device.Anchor ropes should be attached to the anchor above the user.Slack between the anchor and the user should be avoided.Any loading above the published recommendations or dynamicloading on the MultiAscend may damage both the rope and thedevice. Stay within the limitations of the specifications andlengths documented.Only competent personnel trained to use this equipment safelymay use it.Be aware of any dangers that may occur due to the use ofcombined items, in which the safe function of any one item isaffected by, or interferes with, the safe function of another.Do not trail or loop this product over sharp edges. Trailing orlooping safety equipment in such a way may result in deathor injuries.Do not make any alteration or additions to the equipmentwithout Harken’s prior written consent. All repairs should onlybe carried out according to Harken procedures.If the product is sold outside of its original country ofdestination, the reseller must provide instructions for thefollowing: use, maintenance, periodic examination, and repair,in the language of the country where the product is to be used.Product descriptions/componentsMaterials: The product is made of aluminum body and swing plate; stainlesssteel hardware, pawls, and harness connection; nylon webbing for the strap;stainless steel for the metal components of the strap.Dimensions - Fig 2Fig 1YYYYDDD-XXXX67892008EN12841: 2006-BØ11 -13mm140kgEN567: 2013Ø9 -13mm14523Fig 4Nomenclature of parts - Fig 5A. Top adjustment strapB. Swing plateC. LatchD. PawlsE. CapscrewF. Bottom saddle bracketG. Pawl triggersH. M4 Tapped hole*I. BodyJ. Cotter ringK. Nylon insert locknut*for optional locking fastenerswing plateCertificationsThe MultiAscend device complies with regulation (EU) 2016/425 relatingto PPE.EN 567:2013 ‑ 9–13 mm ropeTested for certification purposes with the following models of rope:Tendon Canyon Dry Ø9 mmBluewater Protac Ø9 mmTendon Static Ø9 mmTeufelberger KMIII Ø9 mm and Ø13 mmEN 12841.2006 B ‑ Ø: 11–13 mm, maximum rated load: 140 kgTested for certification purposes with the following models of rope (bothlow stretch kernmantel ropes according to EN 1891, type A):Beal Access Ø11 mmTeufelberger KMIII Ø13 mmNote: This product has been approved for the use under the followingspecific conditions, as indicated in the standard EN 12841:2006: heat, cold,wet, and oil.Note: When the adjustable anchor line is loaded by the full weight of theuser this becomes a working line and an independently anchored safety lineshould be used in addition for optimum safety of the user.Note: The primary function of Type B rope adjustment devices is progressionalong the working line, and they shall always be used in conjunction with,and connected to, a Type A rope adjustment when used in accordance withEN 12841:2006.Note: When used as a rope adjustment device compliant with EN 12841,only low stretch Type A kernmantle ropes compliant with EN 1891 shall beused. When used as a rope clamp compliant with EN 567:2013, the devicecan be used with any of the following options:• Dynamic mountaineering ropes compliant to EN 892• Accessory cords compliant to EN 564• Low stretch kernmantle ropes compliant with EN 1891Note: The harness must be compliant with EN 813 or EN 12277.Note: It is recommended to use this device only in conjunction withCE‑marked PPE for compliance with 2016/425.The EU examination certificate and production control phase were carriedout by Dolomiticert S.C.A.R.L. EU Notified Body (N.B. 2008, Villanova ZonaIndustriale 7/A, 32013 Lonarone (BL) — Italy‑Tel. +39 0437 573407).The EU Declaration of Conformity can be downloaded from the websitewww.harken.com.This manual can be changed without notice.Consult the website for updated versions or other languages not inthis manual.Product labeling Fig 41. CE mark and number of thenotified body involved in thecontrol of the production2. Certification information regardingEN 12841:20063. Certification information regardingEN 567:20134. Latch open direction5. Correct loading direction6. Manufacturer’s part number7. Name and address ofmanufacturer8. Read the manual9. Serial number of device0000 000 - 000Unit Serial NumberControlDay of ManufactureYear of ManufactureThe Serial number is in the format YYYYDDD‑XXXX. This format representsthe following: 4‑digit year, 3‑digit day (Julian calendar count), and a 4‑digitindividual identifier. For example, in the Julian calendar, the number 234represents August 22.UseConnection to the harness: Connect the bottom saddle bracket toan approved, rated, full‑strength point on the harness’ ventral (frontal)attachment Fig 15. The MultiAscend is considered a full point of attachmentwhen properly connected to a full body harness:1. Loop bottom saddle bracketthrough harness. Fig 11and Fig 122. Screw in cap screw until locknut is tight. Cap screw and nutshould turn together free frombase. Fig 133. Loop cotter ring in hole ofcap screw.4. Connect upper webbing strapto sternal D‑ring connection ofharness to hold up when not inuse. Fig 14WARNING! Not all harnesses are compatible with this chestascender. Consult manufacturer for recommendations.WARNING! Only use lock nut once, then replace.WARNING! When using the MultiAscend as a chest ascender,never connect the chest ascender to the harness attachmentpoint via an additional component (e.g., a connector or alanyard). Always connect the saddle bracket directly to theharness attachment point.Top adjustment strapAttach as an alignment support per harness instructions. See Fig 1 diagramof strap reeving. Ensure that the top adjustment strap cannot get caught inthe pawls.WARNING! Strap not for load bearing, only foralignment purposesBCDIAGHEFJKFig 5Harken Inc., USA - One Harken Way, N15W24983 Bluemound Rd., Pewaukee, WI 53072, USA M1033 10/23 Made in USA Printed in USAReplacement partsPart no. DescriptionIN909 Pin, bottom saddle bracket, lock nut and cotter ringIN910 Webbing strap replacementIN909IN910Fig 340 mm1.59"120 mm4.74"DirectionDirectionofofTravelTravel73 mm2.87"148 mm5.84"108 mm4.25"Fig 2

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