{"title":"Ronstan S30 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 S30 safety rail system, the EN795 certified track-and-car anchor device for straight or bent track, 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 S30 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 · 0.9 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-S30-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\/ronrc1300-30s\"\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-S30-Safety-Rail-System-User-Instructions-Cover.png\" alt=\"Ronstan S30 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); single person use only. 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\u003eSuits standard and bent track to a minimum radius of 2500mm (custom bent track to order).\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. Each harness or device on a separate attachment point; never rely on only one attachment point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem: continuous track with plunger stop holes at 50mm centres and mounting holes at 100mm (last hole 48mm from each end on standard rails, max 50mm on rails cut on site); one tandem car assembly (one car with the spring-loaded plunger); two end stops.\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; 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\u003eRCC30-2A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTandem car, 2 attachment points, plunger stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e215mm (8 1\/2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e77mm (3\")\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\u003eRCC30-1A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle car, 1 attachment point, plunger stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e104mm (4 1\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e77mm (3\")\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\u003eRCC30-3A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle car, 1 attachment point (optional equipment car)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e104mm (4 1\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e77mm (3\")\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\u003eRCC22-4\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\u003eRC13081S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrack rail end stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58mm (2 9\/32\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55mm (2 3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrc13081s\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRC13081PS\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\/ronrc13081ps\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRC1301J\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-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrc1301j\"\u003eView part →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRC1300-3.0S\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\u003e30mm (1 3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-shop\" href=\"\/products\/ronrc1300-30s\"\u003eView part →\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 RCC30-2A tandem car with the RCC22-4 connector plate. The RC13081PS cover plate fits the RC13081S 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: 8mm countersunk Grade 316 stainless fasteners at 100mm centres, minimum tensile strength 700MPa. M8 hexagon socket countersunk A4-70 DIN7991 screws recommended, torque no more than 17.1Nm. End stops must also use 8mm 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 RC1301J 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 = 322.8Nm (26.9mm 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\u003eThe RCC30-2A comes with ball bearings fitted, on a short loading track rail: remove the RC13081S 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\u003eIf the marking of the anchor device is not accessible after installation, add marking near it.\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 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\u003eRemove the car onto its original short loading rail (remove the RC13081S end stop first; if you have no loading rail, contact the manufacturer before proceeding) and inspect the bearings from underneath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the balls along the race with a small screwdriver to check they circulate freely; pushed together they should leave a space slightly less than one ball diameter, a larger space means balls are missing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach car (each half of the RCC30-2A, and RCC30-1A \/ RCC30-3A) must contain 46 balls. Replace missing, worn or cracked balls only with manufacturer-supplied bearings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-yearly: remove each car the same way 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":"ronrc13081ps","title":"Ronstan Cover Plate - Series 30 - Silver - Includes: Screws for RC13081S","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRC13081PS | Ronstan Part # RC13081PS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49347485106482,"sku":"RONRC13081PS","price":30.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRC13081PS.jpg?v=1735834811"},{"product_id":"ronrc1301j","title":"Ronstan Batten Car Systems - Track Joiners - Series 30","description":"\u003cp\u003eConvenient track mounting slugs are available for fitting standard profile track to the luff groove of existing masts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Part # RONRC1301J | Ronstan Part # RC1301J\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49347533635890,"sku":"RONRC1301J","price":12.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRC1301J.jpg?v=1735835261"},{"product_id":"ronrc13081s","title":"Ronstan Track End Stop - Series 30 - Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMainsheet systems on boats to 17m (56ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf tacking jib sheet systems on boats to 11m (36ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenoa sheet systems on boats to 17m (56ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRC13081S | Ronstan Part # RC13081S\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronstan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49347886874930,"sku":"RONRC13081S","price":86.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/RONRC13081S.jpg?v=1735834838"},{"product_id":"ronrc1300-30s","title":"Ronstan Track Series 30 Ball Bearing Traveller (Silver) - Alloy - Length: 9.8 ft (2996.0 mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplications:\u003c\/b\u003e\n \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMainsheet systems on boats to 17m (56ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSelf tacking jib sheet systems on boats to 11m (36ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eGenoa sheet systems on boats to 17m (56ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Our Part # RONRC1300-30S | Mfr. 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