OPERATION
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5.7.2
To Operate with Freewheel
The Freewheel function enables the main winch to automatically follow the drilling pro-
gress.
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Precondition for release of Freewheel function:
Load on rope is maximum: 2.0 tonnes
Freewheel activation:
Turn key-operated switch (4) to position of Freewheel Mode "ON".
Press foot switch (3) all way down and hold on.
Briefly press button (20).
Freewheel is released!
Indicator on control panel glows.
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NOTE
The rope will first automatically tension until the swivel is upright. This
prevents drilling with the swivel overturned which would ruin the rope
very soon.
Freewheel deactivation:
Release the foot switch, or
Lift / lower by the winch control lever.
Turn key-operated switch (4) back to position of Freewheel Mode "OFF".