Operating Instructions & Parts Manual
Ver. 2011-12-1
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Electrocution Hazards
This machine is not electrically insulated and will not provide protection from contact with or proximity to
electrical current.
Maintain safe distances away from electrical power lines and apparatus in accordance with applicable
governmental regulations and the following chart.
Voltage
Minimum Safe
Approach Distance
Phase to Phase
Feet
Meters
0 to 300V
Avoid
Contact
300V to 50KV
10
3.1
50KV to 200KV
15
4.6
200KV to 350KV
20
6.1
350KV to 500KV
25
7.6
500KV to 750KV
35
10.7
750KV to 1000KV
45
13.7
Allow for mast movement and electrical line sway or sag, and be aware of strong or gusty winds.
Keep away from the machine if it contacts energized power lines. Personnel must not touch or operate
the machine until power lines are shut off.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Bodily Injury Hazards
Do not grasp the cable.
Keep hands and fingers away from the pulleys, carriage and other potential pinch points.
Improper Use Hazard
Never leave a machine unattended with a load.
Unauthorized personnel may attempt to operate the machine without proper instruction, creating an
unsafe condition.
Damaged Machine Hazards
Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Do not use a machine with a worm, frayed, kinked
or damaged cable.
Do not use a machine with less than 4 wraps of
cable on the winch drum when the carriage is fully lowered.
Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection prior to each use.
Be sure that all decals are legible and in place.
Maintain proper lubrication on the winch.
Do not allow oil or grease on braking surfaces.
Crushing Hazard
Maintain a firm grasp on the winch handle until the brake is locked. The brake is locked when the load
will not cause the winch handle to turn.
