July, 2016
Cascade Rescue Company Confidential
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Ensure that the cable is seated onto the center of the trolley rollers as it rests on top of
the cable and that the brake pad is centered below the cable.
4.
After the Glider is seated on the cable, pull the Brake Release Lever back and lock into
place using the Cam-Cleat and Brake Safety Cord. This step is extremely important and
secures the Glider from rolling down or detaching from the cable until the Glider is fully
loaded with the weight of the Rescuer. After the brake is locked, the rescuer should
attempt to push the Glider down the cable. If the Glider moves at all, the brake should
be tightened and the Brake Safety Cord re-tensioned.
5.
After ensuring that the brake is locked, the Rescuer may then transfer their weight to
the Glider. When they have transferred all their weight and they have ensured that the
Glider is resting properly on the cable and that there are no obstructions to the
movement of the Glider or any of its components, the Brake Safety Cord can be
disengaged and the Glider will remain stationary on the cable.
NEVER mount the Glider without first ensuring that the Brake is locked, that one
lanyard (fall protection) is attached to the cable and one to the tower and the Glider is
attached to you. A video is available at Cascade-rescue.com that demonstrates this
practice.
6.
After the rescuer has fully mounted or transferred all their weight to the Glider, and
observed all precautions described above, the rescuer may release the Brake Safety
Cord from the cam-cleat. When releasing the Brake Safety Cord, always keep one hand
on the Brake Release Lever. The Glider should remain stationary on the cable. A safety
check is required at this stage. While still attached to the tower, the rescuer will gently
and with even pressure move the Brake Release Lever forward. The rescuer should
allow the glider to move 6-12 inches down the cable and then release pressure on the
Brake Release Lever. The Glider should stop with no rescuer assistance. If it does not,
the rescuer should return to the tower and ensure the Glider has the appropriate Brake
Actuator Bar or that there are no other mechanical issues preventing the brake from
engaging properly. Once this safety check has been successfully completed, the rescuer
may remove the second lanyard from the tower and place it next to the first lanyard
behind the Glider. The lanyards will then follow the Glider as it moves down the cable.
If at any time the rescuer “un-weights” the Glider in any way, all safety checks and
inspections must be repeated.
To move forward down the cable, gently ease the Brake Release Lever straight forward
using the hand that is on the side of the Brake Release Lever (Push Forward to Move
Forward). When the lever is released, the Glider will stop. You will find that you are
able to “feather” your rate of descent based upon how much forward pressure you
place on the handle. Farther forward equals less braking pressure and faster travel. At
no time should enough force be applied such that the brake pad is not in contact with
the cable.
