July, 2016
Cascade Rescue Company Confidential
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Cascade Rescue Glider
The Cable Glider and Hang Glider are very sophisticated devices, precision manufactured for
the intent of assisting with the rescue of persons from gondolas, trams, chair lifts and zip lines.
As with any activity involving “work at height” or technical rescue, all safety and local protocols
must be followed.
Only trained and experienced personnel of high incline and rope rescue techniques are
considered qualified and can properly use these devices. Failure to follow these rules may
result in severe injury, including death to the user and/or rescue subjects. As such, a few
simple procedures must be followed with regard to operations of the Glider.
The Glider is designed to accommodate cables with diameters ranging from 20mm up to 58mm
- KNOW your cable size! Each Glider may come with several Actuator Bars. Each bar is labeled
with the size range corresponding to cable size. For example, if you have a 38mm cable, you
should choose the Actuator Bar that includes 38mm within the range stamped on the side of
the Actuator Bar.
1.
The Glider should always be attached to the rescuer.
2.
The Cable Glider has a full “Down Tube” assembly that includes a seat, handle/gear
loop, belay point and telescoping foot rest. This allows the rescuer to attach the Glider
to the cable and then, through the use of appropriate safety and fall arrest devices
"step" onto the Glider. It is perfectly acceptable to step from the tower to the Handle
Ring, Seat and then the Footrest. When using the Cable Glider, it is often easier to
extend the foot rest before mounting the Glider on the cable. When extending the foot
rest, it is essential to ensure that the foot rest is fully extended and in the locked
position so that it does not turn or swivel under load.
The Hang Glider does not have a "Down Tube" assembly and is designed to allow a
rescuer to “hang” below the Glider in a full body harness. As with the Cable Glider,
appropriate fall protection and work at height equipment must be utilized.
3.
To attach the Glider to the cable, release the Brake Safety Cord and push forward on the
Glider Brake Release Lever. This will open the Glider brake mechanism and allow
sufficient room between the brake and the trolley system to place it over the cable.
