8 Installation
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Installation
8.1
Handling, transport, storage
DANGER!
Risk of injuries!
A falling or tipping winch poses a serious risk!
WARNING!
Risk of injuries!
The wire rope is secured with a transport protec-
tion. When loosening the transport protection,
tensions in the rope may be released suddenly,
and the rope end may lash out uncontrollably.
This may cause severe injury.
Hold the wire rope well while loosening the
transport protection.
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Depending on the net weight and size, place the winch
on a suitable pallet that can be moved with a forklift.
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When lifting the winch, use suitable hoisting gear
(straps, etc.) designed to support the weight of the
winch.
Fig. 16 Positioning the strap
Note:
Do not guide round sling over electronic units which may
be installed at the optional pressure roller bracket.