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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Once the BHW Winch Assist 8 has been installed and the circuitry has been checked. The installer should test load the
winch to ensure that all aspects of the systems are working correctly.
PLEASE NOTE:
As with any electrical device fitted to a vehicle, the BHW Winch Assist Model 8 will use additional
amounts of vehicle battery power. It is important therefore that the battery is of a suitable strength and regularly charged
to eliminate possible power drop. Where possible we recommend that the engine is kept running during operation of the
winch.
BHW Winch Assist 8 should be operated by a competent person fully capable of navigating wheelchairs or stretchers
and their occupants. We strongly advise that all operators should read the supplied operating instructions thoroughly to
ensure that the operating of this Winch•Assist 8 is fully understood.
The operator(s) should undergo training in the use of this equipment without an occupant. It is advisable to apply a
normal weight of a stretcher or wheelchair to build confidence and skill in winch operation and wheelchair or stretcher
control.
Both the operator and wheelchair/stretcher occupant (where possible) should be fully aware of the position of the stop
button on the winch and on the controller(s).
This equipment should only be used with an operator in charge of the task.
WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANTS MUST NOT SELF OPERATE THE SYSTEM
BHW Winch Assist Model 8 is designed to aid the loading and unloading of the free rolling wheelchairs/ stretchers and
their occupants and shall not be used for any other purposes. The soft strap should not be reeved around or attached to
any other equipment. – only the wheelchair/stretcher at a suitable, balanced anchor point.
When using the equipment at night, adequate lighting must be provided to enable the operator to see clearly to operate
the loading and unloading.
All other personnel should be kept clear of the operation at all times.
TO OPERATE THE WINCH – TESTING
The installer should test the winch operation and then, loaded with a weighted wheelchair/stretcher (no occupant) follow
the winching instructions detailed in ‘Loading’ on the next page. This will test the systems response and performance.
The winch is operated by pressing either the
IN
or
OUT
buttons on the controller(s) or the winch.
The strap should be winched out or in under slight tension, applied by hand.
Failure to do so may result in the strap being tangled.
It is recommended that the winch is tested to a load rating of at least 110% of the rated capacity to prove the integrity of
the installation.
CONTROLS
– From remote controller or from the winch:
