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Figure 5
28. Do not use the winch for unintended purposes (lifting loads, etc.).(Figure 5)
29. Tractor driver and assistant must continuously communicate during their work.
30. The winch operator must continuously observe the load during the tow. If this is not
possible due to the configuration of the terrain, the assistant should help.
31. The tractor to which the winch is connected to must have a minimum tyre profile
which still meets the traffic regulations. Otherwise the wheels must be fitted with snow
chains. Chains are also obligatory when working in snow and ice.
32. When disconnecting the winch, you first need to choose an appropriate hard
and flat surface. Fix the winch by means of support legs. Lean the drive shaft on the
prepared holder.
33. In the area of the three point linkage there is a danger of injuries due to
compression or crushing.
34. The winch can be operated only from a safe place from which the load, wire rope,
rope hook or the winch itself do not pose a threat to the operator. A safe place can
also be the tractor seat if the winch has a safety net of sufficient size. When operating
the winch outside the tractor seat the operator must be provided with an appropriate
protection, e.g. the tractor itself, secure location at a sufficient distance from the
vehicle, e.g. behind a tree. Logs can be monitored from the side next to the
connection and shorter timber can be monitored diagonally behind the load. (See
Figure 6).
35. During the tow, it is forbidden to stand between the load and the winch as well as in
the danger area between the winch, relay pulley and load. (See picture 7).
36. Before operating the winch, make sure that the winch butt plate is securely anchored
to the ground. In the event of soft ground, steep slopes or when pulling heavy loads,
the tractor must be fastened with an additional rope or chain. This will prevent the risk
of slipping or even overturning of the tractor.
37.
Adjust the speed of load pulling and the size of the load to the tractor’s power
capacity. You should also pay attention to the inclination of the slope and the terrain
to avoid a rollover and to maintain a safe steering and braking performance.
