Work positioning, hands-free position
Basic Techniques
The AUTO-LOCK system on the 2019 I’D automatically locks the load and returns the handle to the stop position. Before letting go of the rope, the user must ensure that the handle has properly returned to the stop position.
Warning
- Carefully read the Instructions for Use referenced in this Tech Tip before reading the Tech Tip itself. You must have read and understood the Instructions for Use to understand this supplementary information.
- Performing these techniques requires specific training. Work with a professional to confirm your ability to perform these techniques safely and independently before attempting them unsupervised.
- We provide examples of techniques related to your activity. Other techniques not described here may also exist.
before 19B0177022056
before 19B0177201161
On the pre-2019 I’D S and pre-2019 I’D L, the return of the handle must be done manually. The user must not let go of the brake-side rope if the handle has not been turned to position B (work positioning).
Occasional rope ascent
Two methods allow rapid rope ascent to precisely position yourself at the workstation.
On the 2019 I’D S and the 2019 I’D L, the rope can be taken up without operating the handle.
On the pre-2019 I’D S and pre-2019 I’D L, the handle must be in position E (belaying).
Simple take-up, if the user has support for their feet and can reduce the tension in the rope:
Ascent with redirect point (and ROLLCLIP) when the user is suspended on rope:
