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If the inertia brake engages, the operator can still extend or
retract the lifeline from its stopped position by turning the crank
arm. However, if the crank arm is released, the winch would free-
wheel until the inertial brake engages again. Use the crank arm to
retrieve the entrant or load without releasing the handle. After the
entrant is removed from the con
fi
ned space, release the lifeline
and promptly remove the winch from service and return it to
DBI-SALA or an approved repair facility for repair.
3.11 LEFT HAND RETRIEVE:
The Digital Winch can be adjusted to
work as a left hand retrieve. To make this adjustment, remove the
cable retention spring and attach it to the hole on the other end of
the mounting plate using the same hardware. Remove the carrying
handle by removing the two screws attaching it to the winch and
replace it on the other end of the winch. Use a removable thread
lock such as Loctite 242 to secure all fasteners. The winch will now
mount on mounting brackets with the handle on the left side of the
winch.
IMPORTANT:
The cable will feed off the top of the drum in this
con
fi
guration, changing the moment load requirements as speci
fi
ed in
Figure 4.
4.0 TRAINING
4.1
It is the responsibility of the user to assure they are familiar
with these instructions, and are trained in the correct care and
use of this equipment. User must also be aware of the operating
characteristics, application limits, and the consequences of
improper use of this equipment.
IMPORTANT:
Training must be conducted without exposing the trainee
to a fall hazard. Training should be repeated on a periodic basis.
5.0 INSPECTION
5.1 FREQUENCY:
• Before Each Use:
Visually inspect per steps listed in sections
5.2 and 5.3.
• Annually:
A formal inspection of the winch should be done
by a competent person other than the user. See sections 5.2
and 5.3 for guidelines. Record results in the inspection and
maintenance log in section 9.0.
• Every 30,000 cycles or 5 years (whichever comes
fi
rst):
It is recommended that the winch be serviced by a factory
authorized service center or the manufacturer. Extreme
working conditions may require increasing the frequency of
inspections. Annual servicing shall include, but not be limited
to, an intensive inspection and cleaning of all internal and
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