Product Care & Maintenance Guide

Proper care is essential to ensure long-term reliability, safety, and smooth operation of your equipment. Regular maintenance keeps your gear working like new, season after season. It is also very inportant to inspect all gear and test it out before taking it to the woods. 

When to Clean Your Device

Clean and service your device on a regular maintance schedule or immediately if it has been exposed to any of the following:

• Tree Sap & Grime: Sticky residue that slows down moving parts.

• Grit & Dirt: A crunchy or stiff feeling when operating the mechanism.

• Saltwater Environments: Corrosive marine air or direct saltwater contact.

• Field Contaminants: Blood, leaves, or dirt from a successful hunt (hopefully a frequent occurrence!).

Lubrication Guidelines

Approved Lubricant Types

• Teflon (PTFE)

• Silicone-Based Lubricants

Warning: DO NOT use heavy oil-based lubricants. Oils attract and trap destructive dirt, sand, and grit inside precision mechanisms.

Possible High-Performance Options: 

• ReleaSys DFX-L: A next-generation, ultra-low friction dry film (coefficient of friction 0.05–0.10). Zero-VOC and air-cures in just 15–30 seconds.

• Miller-Stephenson MS-122XD: Aerospace and aviation-certified high-performance PTFE coating. Offers stellar metal-to-metal bonding and extreme surface adhesion.

• Bore Tech Qwik-Dri: Premium submicron-PTFE liquid dropper formula designed to penetrate deep into metal pores for high-precision mechanisms (effective from 100°F to 600°F).

Maintenance Instructions:"Rise" & "Lift" Ascenders

Follow these step-by-step instructions to keep your ascenders in peak operating condition:

1. Wash First (If Dirty)
   If the device feels gritty or shows visible buildup, wash it in warm water with a mild dishwashing detergent. Allow the unit to dry completely before applying lubricant.

2. Target Key Lubrication Points
   Apply your approved PTFE or silicone lubricant directly into the spring mechanism located between the cam and the side plates.

3. Distribute the Lubricant
   Manually open and close the spring-loaded cam mechanism several times to ensure the lubricant thoroughly penetrates the axle and internal pivot points.

4. Wipe Away Excess
   Thoroughly wipe off all surplus lubricant with a clean rag. This prevents transfer onto your climbing ropes, webbing, or slings.