{"title":"Ronstan S22 Safety Rail System — User Instructions","description":"\u003clink rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/om-manual-v2.css\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.mpom .om-tbl.nw td+td{white-space:nowrap}.mpom details.om-dd{position:relative;margin:0}.mpom details.om-dd\u003esummary{list-style:none;cursor:pointer}.mpom details.om-dd\u003esummary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.mpom .om-dd-menu{position:absolute;left:0;top:calc(100% + 6px);min-width:100%;width:max-content;max-width:360px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e3e5e8;border-radius:6px;box-shadow:0 8px 24px rgba(0,0,0,.14);z-index:30;padding:6px}.mpom .om-dd-menu a{display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:14px;padding:10px 12px;border-radius:4px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:#2a2b2a!important;text-decoration:none!important}.mpom .om-dd-menu a:hover{background:#f5f6f8}.mpom .om-dd-menu small{font-weight:400;color:#5f6368;white-space:nowrap}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"mpom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-head\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"om-tag\"\u003eINSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp class=\"om-lead\"\u003eInstallation, use, testing and inspection of the Ronstan S22 safety rail system, the certified track-and-car anchor device for working outside the guardrails, with its component list and the ball-bearing check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDocument\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRonstan S22 Safety Rail System User Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFormat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePDF · 12 pages · 1.0 MB\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\" style=\"border-bottom:0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLanguage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnglish\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-acts\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"om-btn dl\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Ronstan-S22-Safety-Rail-System-User-Instructions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.4\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 4v11\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"m7 10 5 5 5-5\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 20h14\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Download PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-btn buy\" href=\"\/products\/ronrc1220-30s\"\u003eBuy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-toc\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#om-specs\"\u003eSystem\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-parts\"\u003eComponents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-install\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-test\"\u003eTesting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-inspect\"\u003eInspection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-products\"\u003eProducts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Ronstan-S22-Safety-Rail-System-User-Instructions-Cover.png\" alt=\"Ronstan S22 Safety Rail System — User Instructions\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eCertification \u0026amp; System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified to EN795:2012 Type D (anchor devices), CEN\/TS16415:2013 Type D (anchor devices for more than one person simultaneously) and AS1891.2:2001 (horizontal lifeline and rail systems). Testing is witnessed by a Recognised Organisation, member of IACS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use with personal protection equipment to protect against falls from a height, such as when working outside conventional guardrails for cleaning and maintenance. Not for lifting equipment or any other purpose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to three persons simultaneously, one dedicated car (single or tandem) per user. Each harness or device must be secured to a separate attachment point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall arrest use: the user must have a means of limiting the maximum dynamic force during arrest of a fall to 6kN.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Rope access\" use (EN363), where the user's weight is supported by the anchor device: a dedicated tandem car with separate attachment points for the working line and the fall arrest safety line, plus a suitable fall arrester and harness, for each user. \"Restraint\" or \"Fall arrest\" use: a single car may be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack rail: plunger stop holes at 50mm centres, mounting holes at 100mm. On standard rails the last mounting hole is 48mm from each end; on rails cut to length on site, no more than 50mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine grade anodised aluminium cars, rails and end stops; recirculating Torlon® ball bearings; Grade 316 forged stainless steel pivoting shackles; rubber buffers; spring-loaded stainless plunger with elliptical knob that can be locked disengaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-parts\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eSystem Components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCC22-2A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTandem car, 2 attachment points, plunger stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e254mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58mm (2 5\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCC22-1A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle car, 1 attachment point, plunger stop (Restraint \/ Fall Arrest systems only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e124mm (4 7\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58mm (2 5\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCC22-3A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle car, 1 attachment point (optional equipment car)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e124mm (4 7\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58mm (2 5\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCC22-5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector plate including screws\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRC12281S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrack rail end stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm (1 31\/32\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45mm (1 25\/32\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrc12281s\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRC12281PS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd stop cover plate including screws\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrc12281ps\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRC1221J\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrack rail joiner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRC1220-3.0S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrack rail, mounting holes at 100mm centres, plunger stop holes at 50mm centres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2996mm (118\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22mm (7\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrc1220-30s\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCC22-ID\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCEN\/TS16415:2013 Type D multi-user identification plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88mm (3 15\/32\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30mm (1 3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eAdditional sliding cars for tools or equipment connect to the RCC22-2A tandem car with the RCC22-5 connector plate. The RC12281PS cover plate fits the RC12281S end stop to conceal the end of the track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-install\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalled only by competent persons or organisations, and verified by calculation and post-installation testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack rail: 6mm countersunk Grade 316 stainless fasteners at 100mm centres, minimum tensile strength 700MPa. M6 hexagon socket countersunk A4-70 DIN7991 screws recommended, torque no more than 7.1Nm. End stops also use 6mm countersunk Grade 316 stainless fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger runs: use more than one rail and trim to length, never exceeding 100mm between mounting fasteners (across a join of standard rails the spacing is 96mm). Joining insert RC1221J aids alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount so the cars travel in a horizontal plane (parallel to the water plane) within ±5°; the rail itself may be on a vertical plane (0°), horizontal plane (90°) or an incline between.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum loads transmitted to the structure: Fy = 12kN, moment M = 266.4Nm (22.2mm dimension shown on the load diagram). The structure and fasteners must not fail at these loads; isolate the fastener from the structure where needed to prevent corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCars come with ball bearings fitted, on a short loading track rail: remove the RC12281S end stop, butt the loading rail end-to-end against the installed rail, slide the car across and refit the end stop. Do not discard the loading rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf a car cannot pass a discontinuity, a second car must be available after it: the user must always be attached to at least one car.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn multi-user systems, display the RCC22-ID plate at the user entry point(s), typically next to an end stop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-test\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eTesting \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost-installation test before first use: 6kN on a single car for at least 15 seconds at each extremity and near the midpoint (on multi-rail systems, near the midpoint and at least one rail join). Then inspect per the annual procedure and record the results (Appendix A and B of the instructions).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriodic test: the same 6kN \/ 15 second test, repeated for each car on a multi-user system, at intervals of not more than five years in the absence of other regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse only by trained, competent persons with approved personal protective equipment, and with a rescue plan in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisengage the plunger only while changing position; once in position, re-engage it to hold the car.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-inspect\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eInspection \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"om-h3\"\u003eBefore each use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe safety rail system is securely fixed to its mounting surface and both end stops are in place at the extremities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe sliding cars run smoothly and freely along the continuous run of track between the extremities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lanyard attachment points (pivoting shackles) are free to articulate. Any deformation in a shackle indicates a fall or overload: replace the shackle before using the anchor device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo signs of excessive wear, corrosion, deformation or breakage of parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plunger that fixes the car in position operates correctly, and all screws in the sliding car assembly are in place and secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"om-h3\"\u003eAnnual ball-bearing check\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the rail: move the car until the black tracer ball shows in a side slot, then a further 500–600mm until it reappears, checking for worn or damaged balls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePushing the balls apart with a small screwdriver should open a gap of about one ball diameter; a larger gap means balls are missing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach car (each half of the RCC22-2A, and RCC22-1A \/ RCC22-3A) must contain 74 ball bearings including the black balls. Replace missing, worn or cracked balls only with manufacturer-supplied bearings, removing the car onto its loading rail to do so.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-yearly: remove each car onto its loading rail for full inspection (checklist in Appendix D).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"om-h3\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse all components regularly with fresh water to prevent the build-up of salt and contaminants; a mild soapy solution may be used, followed by a thorough fresh-water rinse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo spray lubricants on the rail and ball bearings: they collect contaminants and dirt and compromise long-term performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plunger assembly may be lubricated with a light grease: lift the spring-loaded plunger and grease the exposed rod below the elliptical knob.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark the anchor device with the date of the next or last inspection, and keep an equipment record for each component (installation, testing, inspection, maintenance and service).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter any fall, or in case of doubt about any component, remove it from service until a competent person has confirmed in writing that it is safe. No changes or alterations to components without the manufacturer's prior written consent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eNeed a part that isn't listed? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it\u003c\/a\u003e and quote the part number from the PDF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\" id=\"om-products\"\u003eProducts in this Manual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ronrc12281ps","title":"Ronstan End Stop - Series 22 - Cover Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRC12281PS | Ronstan Part # RC12281PS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49347505029426,"sku":"RONRC12281PS","price":34.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRC12281PS.jpg?v=1735834827"},{"product_id":"ronrc12281s","title":"Ronstan Track End Stop - Series 22","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplications:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMainsheet systems on boats to 10m (33ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenoa sheet systems on boats to 11m (36ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpinnaker pole systems on boats to 10m (33ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOuthaul car for boats to 8m (26ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRC12281S | Ronstan Part # RC12281S\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49347766911282,"sku":"RONRC12281S","price":52.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRC12281S.jpg?v=1735834849"},{"product_id":"ronrc1220-30s","title":"Ronstan Track Series 22 Ball Bearing Traveller (Silver) - Alloy - Length: 9.8 ft (2996.0 mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMainsheet systems on boats to 10m (33ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eGenoa sheet systems on boats to 11m (36ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSpinnaker pole systems on boats to 10m (33ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eOuthaul car for boats to 8m (26ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRC1220-30S | Mfr. 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