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CAUTION: it is very dangerous to stand in front of a tree to be felled and winched away. (Figure 1)
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
• Winching with a pulley originates a three-sides dangerous area where none is allowed to stand
during winching operations. (Figure 2)
• Never exceed the max admissible pull angle of 30° (Figure 3).
• CAUTION: tip-over risk (Figure 4) when winching on rough terrain or exceeding the maximum
admissible pull angle.
Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5
Keep away from the dangerous area!
• You and your helper must establish clear and precise hand signals and review them so everyone
clearly understands.
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• If your winch is equipped with lower snatch block, use it also for pulling operations.
• The operator should monitor the load throughout the entire pulling operation. Although winches are one-
man equipment, you should never work alone and a second person should be always ready to help.
• Attach your winch to any tractor equipped with road transport tires to avoid infringement of road
travel profi les. If this is not available, provide your towing vehicle with protection chains. Chains are
mandatory on all types of tire for travel on icy or snowy foundations.
• Before disconnecting the winch from the tractor, park on a safe and fl at surface. Drive the winch
down on the special stabiliser foot and hang the driveshaft on the special mount provided on board
of the winch.
• Pinched-hands and injuries danger in the three-point hitching area!
Read this basic guide carefully, familiarize yourself with the operation of your
winch before having to maintain it and be constantly safety oriented.
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