Power Climber Wind IBEX 1000 series, 1050, 1080, 1065, 1100 Operator's Manual

WARNING:

OPERATORS

MANUAL

IBEX® 1000 Series

The IBEX® 1000 Climb Assist System is NOT a safety device and must only be used when
user is connected to independent fall arrest system.

All personnel operating this equipment must read and completely understand this manual.
All personnel must be thoroughly trained in the use of the equipment and its operational and
safety features.

Only authorized and physically t personnel shall operate the equipment.

All persons operating this equipment must wear a safety harness at all times and tie-off as
required.
Any operation in violation of these instructions is at the operator’s own risk and may result
in serious injury.
Only use spare parts supplied by Power Climber Wind.

Climb Assist System

(Models 1050, 1065, 1080, & 1100)

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Manufacturer

Power Climber Wind
A Division of SafeWorks, LLC
365 Upland Drive
Seattle, WA 98188

Customer Support (Americas)

Tel: +1 (877) PCWIND1 (729-4631)
or outside the U.S.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.PowerClimberWind.com

Customer Support (Europe/Asia Pacic)

Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.PowerClimberWind.com

Reference: 702991-1 Issue date: 26-Jan-2012 Revision: E

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Table of Contents

1. SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL ........................................................4

2. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION......................................................................5

2.1. General Description ..............................................................................5

2.3. Approvals ..............................................................................................5

2.2. Specications ........................................................................................5

2.4. General View.........................................................................................6

3. ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..............................7

3.1. Standard Components ...........................................................................7

3.2. Bottom Assembly ..................................................................................8

3.3. Upper Assembly ....................................................................................9

3.4. Belt Path Solutions ..............................................................................10

3.4.1. Pull-In Belt Rollers ....................................................................10

3.4.2. Push-Out Belt Rollers ................................................................11

3.4.3. Wear Strips ................................................................................. 11

3.5. Belt Welding........................................................................................12

3.6. Electrical Components ........................................................................12

3.6.1. Control Box ................................................................................12

3.6.2. EasyClimb Controller ................................................................14

3.7. Commissioning ...................................................................................14

3.7.1. EasyClimb Controller ................................................................14

3.7.2. Complete Installation .................................................................14

3.7.3. Ride Quality ...............................................................................14

4. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................15

4.1. Use of the EasyClimb Controller ........................................................15

4.1.1. To Set Level of Assistance .........................................................15

4.1.2. To Ascend ...................................................................................15

4.1.3. To Descend .................................................................................16

4.1.4. To Stop .......................................................................................16

4.1.5. To Shut Down the System ..........................................................16

4.1.6. Miscellaneous ............................................................................16

4.2. Safety ..................................................................................................16

5. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................17

5.1. Periodic Inspection ..............................................................................17

5.1.1. Belt Inspection .................................................................................17

5.2. Troubleshooting ..................................................................................17

5.3. Replacement of Damaged Components ..............................................18

5.4. Electrical Schematics and Wiring Diagrams .......................................19

5.5. Customer Service ................................................................................19

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1. SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL

Reference: 702991-1 Issue date: 26-Jan-2012 Revision: E

STOP

WARNING

CAUTION

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

NOTE

INFORMATION

Stop action and follow the instructions before
continuing.

Warns against possible immediate serious injury
or death.

Warns against possible injury.

Warns against possible electrical shock hazard.

Must read this before performing any action that
follows.

Remember and take this into account.

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FCC Warning: Changes or modications not

expressly approved by Power Climber Wind for
compliance could void the user’s authority to oper­ate the equipment.

2. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

2.1. General Description

The IBEX® 1000 climb assist system is a motor­ized, continuous loop system that provides load
support to the climber on both the ascent and
descent. The system allows user-adjustable sup­port settings at 50, 75, 100, and 125 pounds, and
provides constant load support regardless of climb­ing speed via a feedback loop between the motor
drive and load-sensing EasyClimb Controller that
attaches the climber to the belt.

The mounting system is adaptable and can be tted

to any ladder or tower with minimal adjustment
necessary (excluding the belt, which must be sized
appropriately).

The IBEX® is permanently installed on a specic
WTG ladder and consists of:

1. Top Sheave Assembly

2. Motor Assembly

3. Electrical control box

4. EasyClimb Controller (a mobile device kept by
the climber)

5. Round reinforced polymer belt and belt guides

6. Upper and lower ladder rung reinforcements

7. Belt Guide accessories

2.2. Specications

2.3. Approvals

All electrical components of the IBEX® 1000 are
UL® listed. Moving parts are guarded in compli­ance with OSHA 1917.151.

This device has been tested and complies with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to 47
CFR Part 15 of the FCC rules. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accor­dance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:

1 This device may not cause harmful interference

2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

Power Supply 110Vac 60 Hz; 230 Vac 50

Hz 1ø, 0.5HP Motor
10 maximum

10.5mm
IP44
Class 3
75 dBA

-35C to +40 C Operating

-40C to +60C Storage

Amperage Draw
Belt Diameter
Environmental Rating
Corrosion Protection
Noise level
Temperature Range

WARNING: The IBEX® 1000 climb
assist system is NOT a safety device
and must only be used in conjunction
with an independent personal fall
arrest system.

CAUTION: People with implanted
pacemakers should not use this
equipment. Radio waves could have
unexpected effects on the operation of
medical devices.

-31F to +104F Operating

-40F to +140F Storage

2.4. General View

Guide roller

Electrical control box

Gear motor

Motor mounting brackets

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Upper rung

reinforcements

Lower rung

reinforcements

Round reinforced polymer belt

Drive sheave assembly

Top sheave assembly