EN
2
2
Checks before use.
2.1
On receiving
Inspect the box to detect any obvious damage. If a part is missing
or damaged, notify the carrier immediately.
2.2
Is the engine ready?
2.2.1
Oil the engine
Fill the Honda engine with SAE 10W-30 API SJ oil according to the
quantities indicated for your model.
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PCW5000: 250 ml
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PCW5000-HS: 250 ml
Check the oil level on a horizontal surface. The oil level must reach
the opening edge. For special uses and in extreme temperature
conditions, consult the Honda engine manual.
2.2.2
Gasoline.
Fill the tank with
UNLEADED
gasoline. Never use a mixture of oil/
gasoline, your
Portable Capstan Winch
TM
is equipped with a four-
stroke engine. Consult the Honda engine manual. Do not over fill.
2.2.3
Starting the engine
Consult the Honda engine manual for starting instructions.
FIRST TIME USE: ALLOW THE ENGINE TO RUN IDLY FOR FIVE (5)
MINUTES BEFORE PULLING A LOAD FOR THE FIRST TIME.
When the temperature is below -5
º
C (23
º
F), warm up
the engine before applying a load.
2.2.4
Capstan drum
Your
Portable
Capstan
Winch
TM
is
equipped
with the following drums:
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PCW5000 : Drum 57 mm in diameter.
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PCW5000-HS : Drum 85 mm in diameter.
2.2.5
Spark arrestors
In some areas, an engine may not be used without spark arrestors.
Check local regulations.
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AN OPTIONAL SPARK ARRESTOR IS AVAILABLE FROM PORTABLE
WINCH CO. AND FROM APPROVED HONDA DEALERS.
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part NO. FROM PORTABLE WINCH CO.: PCA-1151
●
part NO. FROM HONDA: 350-2M7-801
Consult the Honda engine manual for spark arrestor maintenance
instructions.
3
Using the winch
3.1
Rope
3.1.1
Type of rope
Only use a line with low elasticity. We recommend a double braid
polyester line.
Min., max. and recommended diameters:
●
PCW5000 / PCW5000-HS:
�
Min.: 10 mm
�
Max.: 13 mm
�
Recommended: 12 mm
Contact us if you have any questions about rope types.
3.1.2
Rope maintenance
MOST PULLING SITUATIONS PRESENT
POTENTIAL DANGERS!
FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THE OPERATION OF THE
RODUCT AND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU
START TO WORK WITH THE PORTABLE CAPSTAN
WINCH
TM
.
ENSURE THAT YOUR CLOTHING IS CLEAR FROM THE
MOVING PARTS OF THE MACHINE.
THE ENGINE EXHAUST GASES CONTAIN POISONOUS
CARBON MONOXIDE. NEVER RUN THE ENGINE IN A
CLOSED BUILDING WITHOUT ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
CLEAN AND/OR REPLACE ALL SECURITY LABELS THAT
ARE DIRTY, DETERIORATED, UNREADABLE OR TORN.
ALWAYS KEEP ONLOOKERS OUTSIDE OF THE WORK ZONE.
WHEN WINCHING, SO WHEN THE ROPE IS UNDER
TENSION, MAKE SURE NO ONE IS WITHIN 5 METERS OF THE
LOAD OR THE ROPE.
WHEN WINCHING THEREFORE WHEN THE ROPE IS
UNDER TENSION MAKE SURE NO ONE IS WITHIN 5
METERS OF THE LOAD OR ROPE.
NEVER PULL ROLLING MATERIAL THAT RISKS ROLLING
OUT OF YOUR CONTROL.
THE PORTABLE CAPSTAN WINCH
TM
IS NOT DESIGNED TO
LIFT LOADS OR PEOPLE.
WE
RECOMMEND
THAT
YOU
WEAR
HEARING
PROTECTION DURING USE.
Activate
the
engine's
on/off
switch. Then pull the starter grip
in the output axis of the rope. If
you do not pull at the correct
angle, the friction of the rope on
the plastic housing may damage
the rope and/or the housing.
1
2
THE PCW5000 AND PCW5000-HS MODELS ARE NOT
EQUIPPED WITH SPARK ARRESTORS.
PERFORM A VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE LINE BEFORE
EACH USE. IF IT SHOWS OBVIOUS SIGNS OF WEAR
(STRANDS
CUT,
EXCESSIVE
ABRASION)
THEN CHANGE IT.
IF YOUR LINE IS DIRTY, CLEAN IT. A DIRTY LINE CAN
QUICKLY
BECOME
DAMAGED
AND
CAUSE
PREMATURE WEAR OF PARTS WHICH COME INTO
CONTACT WITH IT.
DO NOT USE A 3-STRAND YELLOW POLYPROPYLENE LINE!
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POLYPROPYLENE AND POLYETHYLENE LINES ARE DANGEROUS FOR
PULLING DUE TO THEIR ELASTICITY AND THEIR LOW MELTING POINT.
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MAKE SURE THAT THE LINE IS NOT DAMAGED AND OFFERS ADEQUATE
RESISTANCE FOR THE LOAD TO BE PULLED.
STRETCHING = DANGER!
●
STRETCHING THE LINE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. BE CAREFUL WHEN
RELEASING THE TENSION IN THE LINE.
●
ALL LINES STRETCH: INCREASED LENGTH: THE MORE THE LINE IS PULLED, THE
MORE IT STRETCHES.
●
STRETCHING THE LINE MAY CAUSE THE LOAD TO MOVE IN AN UNEXPECTED
AND DANGEROUS MANNER.
●
STRETCHING THE LINE MAY CAUSE IT TO RELAX AND MOVE BACKWARDS
QUICKLY, PULLING YOUR HAND TOWARDS THE WINCH OR CAUSING
SEVERE BURNS. NEVER WIND THE LINE AROUND YOUR HAND.
ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES.
