Operator`s Manual
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Electric Winch
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2018-08-03, rev 1
Using the Equipment
Before using any industrial equipment, the operator must be instructed on how
to use the equipment, how to stop the equipment in the event of an emergency
and how to identify, avoid and prevent risk situations. Before starting the
machine, the operator must ensure the maneuver can be performed safely (ex.:
the equipment is in order, the lift path is clear, the load will not go over other
workers, etc.). When using the machine, the operator must remain alert and
monitor the surrounding environment for arising dangers and, if a danger arises,
stop the equipment in a safe manner.
WARNING
The misuse of the winch can be very dangerous and could lead to
serious injury, death and/or property damage. To avoid risk situations, the
operator must know and follow the proper procedures described in this section.
DANGER
The winches can develop forces larger than the working load limits. It is
the operator`s responsibility to ensure the load never exceeds the working load
limit for the corresponding wire rope layer.
DANGER
All winches for lifting applications are always equipped with a brake
motor. Never use a winch without a brake motor to lift loads or pull them over a
steep slope where the load would be in danger of sliding or rolling down.
