BGU FSW 3.5 M, Original User Manual

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3.  SAFETY

Strictly perform installation, set-up, maintenance, cleaning 

and transportation of the winch with the power switched off 

and all moving parts motionless against accidental operation.

The user shall strictly comply with these operation, set-up, mainte-

nance, repair and trouble-shooting instructions in order to assure safe 

operation and no damages to the equipment. Moreover, we recom-

mend let the machine be run only and strictly by trained and skilled 

staff who must be familiar with the applicable occupational safety and 

health administration rules as well as applicable transportation rules.

Incorrect use of the winch can cause serious injury or death.  

No person under school leaving age should operate a logging winch. 

Those who have reached school leaving age but are below the age of 

18 may operate a winch if supervised by a competent person of 18 

years or over. The machine shall be installed and kept in a suitable lo-

cation selected by the customer for safest operation. 

Make sure that the equipment stands on a safe stable foundation.

The working area around the machine must be kept as clear as pos-

sible from surrounding obstacles and slippery foundation floors should 

be duly treated (do not use saw dust or wood ash for this purpose). 

•  Due and proper illumination of the working site must be provided at 

all times.

•  Set up the winch on a firm surface and ensure that a wide but  

confined area is available around it assuring maximum working 

freedom.

•  Mind all operation sings and warning labels on the winch and comply 

with the instruction given herein.

•  Operators must wear steel toe safety shoes, working protective 

gloves, protective helmet and snug-fitting, tear-resistant work cloths. 

• It very dangerous and strictly prohibited to sit/stand on the winch 

   while transporting it. 

•  Never leave the winch unattended while at work.

• Before switching power on and putting the winch to work make sure 

   that there are no bystanders in the dangerous area and that you    

   have good and clear visibility on the work area.

• Provide due and correct mounting of the winch.

• Make sure to comply with driving speed requirements for the 

   specific road conditions. Use caution when changing direction or tur

   ning while skidding uphill, downhill or across slopes.