EDER Power Climber 130 User manual

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Operating instructions
EDER Power Climber
Climbing aid for ascending/descending a rope
Type EPC 130
Type EPC 240
Schweigerstraße 6 –38302 Wolfenbüttel - Germany

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Content
Validity........................................................................................................ 3
Disclaimer .................................................................................................. 3
Warranty..................................................................................................... 3
Presentation of the warning notes.......................................................... 4
Symbols used in this manual and on the device .................................. 5
Safety instructions ..................................................................................... 6
Intended use.............................................................................................. 6
Improper use ............................................................................................. 7
Qualification of the personnel ................................................................. 7
Points to observe ...................................................................................... 8
Safety instructions for the workplace ..................................................... 8
Behaviour in an emergency..................................................................... 8
Safety devices........................................................................................... 9
Personal protective equipment ............................................................... 9
Design and function................................................................................. 10
Design EPC 130 ..................................................................................... 10
Design EPC 240 ..................................................................................... 12
Transport................................................................................................... 14
Transport damage .................................................................................. 14
Commissioning and operation ............................................................... 15
Inserting the rope.................................................................................... 16
Assembly and use .................................................................................. 17
Starting the engine ................................................................................. 24
Operation ................................................................................................. 24
Cleaning and maintenance .................................................................... 27
Rope wear ............................................................................................... 28
Maintenance and faults........................................................................... 28
Decommissioning and disposal ............................................................. 29
Technical data.......................................................................................... 30
Declaration of conformity........................................................................ 31

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About this guide
Validity
These instructions apply to the
EPC 130 and EPC 240 versions of the EDER Power Climber. In addition
to these instructions, the separate instructions for the respective
combustion engine apply.
The instructions are intended for trained industrial climbers, arborists
and height rescuers.
The instructions contain important information on how to safely
commission and use the EDER Power Climber, as well as on the risks
and dangers involved in using this device.
DANGER
Read and follow the instructions in this manual
This manual contains important information to prevent
fire, property damage, injury and death.
Disclaimer
The EDER Power Climber is only an ascent/descent aid for climbing.
The user must ensure a fully independent belay at all times. Eder
Maschinenbau GmbH excludes all liability for damage, injury or death.
Warranty
Attachments are covered by the statutory warranty period. The seller
must be notified immediately of any defects that can be proven to be due
to material or assembly errors. Proof of purchase of the attachment must
be provided by presenting the invoice and receipt when making a claim
under the warranty. The warranty is excluded with regard to the parts
concerned if the defects are caused by natural wear and tear,
temperature, weather conditions as well as defects resulting from faulty
connection, installation, operation, lubrication or force. Furthermore, no
warranty is given for damage caused by unsuitable improper use of the
machine, e.g. improper modifications or repair work carried out by the
owner or third parties under his or her own responsibility, or in the case
of deliberate machine overload.
Guarantee

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The warranty period shall be 12 months from the date of delivery for
commercial or professional use or application. The statutory warranty
remains unaffected. Warranty claims must always be proven by the
buyer by means of the original purchase receipt. A copy of this is to be
enclosed with the warranty application. The purchaser's address and
serial number must be clearly identifiable. Any defects occurring within
the warranty period due to material or manufacturing faults will be
remedied by repair if they have occurred despite proper operation and
care of the machine.
The manufacturer does not accept any warranty/guarantee for:
•Parts which are subject to natural wear and tear
•Non-compliance with the operating instructions and insufficient or
incorrect care
•The consequences of improper maintenance and servicing
•Damage from improper handling and incorrect operation
Presentation of the warning notes
SIGNAL WORD
Type and source of the danger!
Consequences
➢Danger prevention
•The signal word indicates the severity of the danger.
•The paragraph "Type and source of danger" indicates the type
or source of danger.
•The paragraph "Consequences" describes the possible
consequences of not observing the warning.
•The paragraph "Danger prevention" indicates how to avoid the
danger. It is imperative that you comply with these measures for
averting danger!
The signal words have the following meaning:
Warning
word
Meaning
DANGER!
Indicates a hazard that will certainly lead to death
or serious injury if you do not avoid the danger.

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Warning
word
Meaning
WARNING!
Indicates a hazard that can lead to death or
serious injury if you do not avoid the danger.
CAUTION!
Indicates a hazard that can lead to minor or
moderate injury if you do not avoid the danger.
ATTENTION!
Indicates possible damage to property. The
environment, material assets or the plant itself can
be damaged if you do not avoid the danger.
Symbols used in this manual and on the device
Symbol
Meaning
If this information is not observed, this can lead to
deterioration in the operating process.
>
Instruction for action: Describes actions that must
be carried out.
The operating instructions contain important
information for safe operation.
Be sure to read them before operating the engine.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a
colourless, odourless and lethal gas.
Do not run the engine in a closed room.
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Symbol
Meaning
Petrol is extremely flammable and can explode.
Keep away from open flames or other sources of
ignition.
The engine, pulley and brake unit can become
very hot during normal operation. Take care not to
touch hot parts of the device.
Warning of danger of being drawn into rotating
parts.
Wear ear protection
Safety instructions
The EDER Power Climber has been manufactured in accordance with
the generally recognized rules of technology. Nevertheless, there is a
risk of personal injury and damage to property if you do not observe the
following basic safety instructions and the warnings preceding
instructions in this manual.
> Read this manual thoroughly and completely before operating the
EDER Power Climber.
> Keep the manual in a legible condition.
> Make sure that the manual is always accessible to all users.
> Always pass on the EDER Power Climber to third parties together
with this manual.
Intended use
You may only use the EDER Power Climber for the activities described
in these instructions. You must always respect the performance limits of
the device.

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The EDER Power Climber EPC 130 is designed for the transport of one
user with equipment and materials if necessary. The EDER Power
Climber EPC 130 may only be controlled by one person. Total load on
the EDER Power Climber EPC 130 must not exceed 130kg.
The EDER Power Climber EPC 240 is designed for the transport of one
user with equipment and materials if necessary, as well as for carrying
one additional person, e.g. in rescue operations. The EDER Power
Climber EPC 240 may only be controlled by one person. Total load on
the EDER Power Climber EPC 240 must not exceed 240kg.
When used for transporting persons, with the device and the operator at
a fixed point above the person to be transported, there must be a secure
and permanent visual and voice contact between the person to be
transported and the operator.
Intended use also implies that you have read and understood this
manual in its entirety and in particular the chapter "Safety instructions".
Improper use
Any use not in accordance with the intended use is not permitted. The
following is considered improper use:
•removing or modifying safety devices,
•using the EDER Power Climber in any other way than described in
the chapter "Intended use",
•performing cleaning, maintenance and repair measures other than
those listed in the chapters Cleaning and Maintenance,
•using the attachment under operating conditions that differ from those
described in this manual.
•The EDER Power Climber is not suitable for EEX protected areas. If
the device is nevertheless to be used in an EEX protected area, a
risk assessment must be carried out by the operator.
If the device is not used as intended, all warranty claims will become
void.
The manufacturer is not liable for damage to the device and for personal
injury resulting from improper use.
Qualification of the personnel
The EDER Power Climber may only be used by persons
•who have familiarised themselves with the device and the
associated dangers on the basis of these instructions.

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•who have received appropriate training in working at height or
in height rescue.
Persons who use the EDER Power Climber must not be under the
influence of alcohol, other drugs or medicines that affect their ability to
react, nor must they be tired, ill or irritable.
Persons under 18 years of age must not operate the device. However, it
is permissible to assign such activities to persons over 16 years of age,
provided that this is necessary to achieve a training objective and that
protection is guaranteed by the supervision of an expert.
Points to observe
General safety instructions
> Always follow the instructions in this manual to avoid hazards and
prevent damage.
> Observe the relevant accident prevention regulations and other
generally recognised safety and occupational health rules.
> Only carry out maintenance and cleaning work and transport the
device with the engine switched off.
> Operate the device exclusively with the protective equipment fitted
or provided by the manufacturer.
> If you have long hair, wear a hairnet when working with the device.
> Do not smoke while refuelling or while working with the device.
> It is imperative that the instructions for use of all equipment used are
followed.
Safety instructions for the workplace
> Do not use the EDER Power Climber in an explosive environment.
> Ensure adequate lighting at the workplace.
> Only use the EDER Power Climber with combustion engine in well-
ventilated environments and not in closed rooms. Exhaust fumes
contain toxic carbon monoxide.
> Do not leave the device permanently in the rain.
> Make sure that neither the rope nor the personal protection
equipment rubs against rough materials or sharp edges or objects.
> Only use the device in good weather conditions. Do not use the
EDER Power Climber in strong wind, heavy rain, poor visibility or
thunderstorms.
Behaviour in an emergency
If, for example, malfunctions or dangerous situations pose an immediate
risk of injury to persons or damage to the device:

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> Switch off the EDER Power Climber.
> Only release yourself from the EDER Power Climber when you are
secured through another belay system.
> Have the malfunctions eliminated by an authorised specialist dealer.
WARNING
Hanging motionless in a harness can cause suspension
trauma, resulting in serious injury or death.
Safety devices
The EDER Power Climber may only be used with the protective and
safety equipment (e.g. cover) provided for the intended use. Protective
and safety equipment must never be disabled and must be cleaned if
necessary.
Personal protective equipment
> Always wear the following personal protective equipment when
operating the machine:
•Tight-fitting clothing, a hair net if necessary.
•Helmet
•Hearing protection
•Mobile fall arrester
•Climbing harness with appropriate carabiners
The personal protective equipment must comply with
the applicable accident prevention regulations.
Further protective equipment may be necessary
depending on the activities to be carried out.
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Design and function
Design EPC 130
30 cm
Eyelet for carabiner or
webbing sling
Pulley disc
(inner/outer)
Spark plug (covered)
Rope guide
Release
Descent lever
Handle
Cover
Ascent lever
Handle

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27 cm
36 cm
Ascent lever
ON/OFF switch
Air filter cover
Choke
Fuel filler
cap
Starter
Strap tab
Exhaust

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Design EPC 240
30 cm
Pulley disc
(inner/outer)
Spark plug (covered)
Rope guide
Release
Descent lever
Handle
Cover
Ascent lever
Handle
Eyelet for carabiner or
webbing sling

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39 cm
28 cm
Descent lever
ON/OFF switch
Petrol pump
Air filter cover
Choke
Fuel filler
cap
Starter
Strap tab
Exhaust

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Transport
CAUTION
Hot components
The combustion engine becomes hot during operation. During
transport, take care not to touch the combustion engine while it is
hot.
ATTENTION
Danger from leaking fuel!
If the fuel tank inlet is not properly closed, fuel may leak and pollute
the environment.
> Before transportation, check whether the fuel tank inlet is
correctly closed.
> When transporting the device on vehicles, secure it against
tipping over.
Transport damage
Visible transport damage can be recognized by packaging damage or
by scratched and deformed parts on the device.
> Be sure to make a note of the damage on the delivery note: both
on the copy you receive and on the one that you must sign.
> Make sure that the deliverer (driver) countersigns.
If the deliverer refuses to confirm the transport damage, you should
refuse to accept the delivery and inform us immediately. A claim in
retrospect, without a direct note on the delivery note, will not be
accepted either by the carrier or by the transport insurer.
If you suspect latent transport damage:
> Report concealed transport damage within two days at the latest,
which means that you must have checked your delivered goods
within this period. Reporting damage after this time is usually not
accepted.
> Make a note on the shipping documents in any case: "Goods are
accepted subject to concealed transport damage".

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Insurance companies of carriers often react very suspiciously and
refuse to provide compensation. Therefore, try to prove the damage
clearly (send a photo if possible).
Commissioning and operation
Before starting the EDER Power Climber, make sure that the working
conditions are safe. Check that
> the ropes or other equipment do not show any damage or excessive
wear, otherwise replace the equipment accordingly.
> the last maintenance of the EDER Power Climber took place less
than one year ago.
> the handles are clean and dry
> both the fuel tank and the device are located outside of flammable
environments. Note that closed, empty fuel tanks may contain
explosive vapours.

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Inserting the rope
WARNING
Rope type
Only the official Eder climbing rope may be used for the EDER
Power Climber (see name plate). This rope is certified type A
according to EN 1891. Other rope types can lead to increased
wear, spinning or tearing.
Damage to the rope
Wear on the rope is normal. Therefore, the rope must be
replaced from time to time (see section Rope wear). However, if
the sheath is damaged, the rope must be replaced immediately.
Before each use, check the rope for possible damage.
Rope end knot
Make sure that the rope has a suitable rope end knot so that you
cannot go over the end of the rope when descending. The rope
end knot must be larger than the rope guide.
> Ensure that the climbing rope is securely anchored.
> Open the cover by pulling up the release
> Pass the rope as a loop through the rope guide.
> Place the rope loop around the rope sheave.
> Pull on the end of the rope to push the rope into the teeth.
> Close the cover
ATTENTION
Closing the cover

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CAUTION
Reaching into the rope entry area
Reaching into the rope entry area can cause injury.
Make sure that the cover is closed and do not reach into the rope
entry area.
Assembly and use
Check the functional interaction of your equipment elements with this
device. The equipment used must comply with the standard applicable
in your country.
Observe the applicable work safety regulations, directives on industrial
safety and health, and legislation in your country.
The possible configurations for using the EDER Power Climber are
shown below. Before ascending or descending with the device,
familiarise yourself with the local situation and check whether it is
possible to set it up and use it in accordance with the applicable safety
standards.
ATTENTION
The cover guides the rope around the rope sheave and prevents
the rope from slipping and thus being damaged by the pulley.
Make sure that the cover is properly engaged.
Damage to the pulley
A dirty or sandy rope increases the friction between the sheave
and the rope, resulting in increased wear or damage to the sheave
and the rope.

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Assembly with belay rope - active
Belay rope type A according to EN 1891 - Observe the operating
instructions of the mobile fall arrester and the maximum permissible
weight for the energy absorber used.
Mobile fall arrester
Belay rope
Energy absorber
Ascent rope
Harness

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Assembly with belay rope and additional load
Belay rope type A according to EN 1891 - Observe the operating
instructions of the mobile fall arrester and the maximum permissible
weight for the energy absorber used.
Mobile fall
arrester
Belay rope
Energy absorber
Ascent rope

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Assembly with belay rope - active
Belay rope type A according to EN 1891 - Observe the operating
instructions of the mobile fall arrester and the maximum permissible
weight for the energy absorber used.
Visual contact and communication must be possible at all times.
Mobile fall arrester
Belay rope
Energy
absorber
Ascent rope
Harness
Operator