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TO RAISE A LOAD: Rotate the winch crank handle clockwise when
using the low speed shaft and counterclockwise when using the high
speed shaft. For worker safety, the crank handle incorporates an
overload clutch which limits the winch lifting force on the high speed
shaft to approximately 250 lbs. and 500 lbs. on the low speed shaft,
thus reducing the possibility of injury should a worker become
entangled during retrieval. Do not exceed the rated capacity of 350
lbs.
TO LOWER A LOAD: Rotate the winch crank handle in the “raise”
direction until the ratchet brake lever can be pulled down, then rotate
the crank handle in the “lower” direction. When a load is suspended
from the winch, use caution when the ratchet brake lever is pulled
down since the load will be transferred to the winch crank handle. To
prevent loss of control of the load, do not block or restrict the ratchet
lever from engaging the teeth on the drum, except by normal manual
operation. If the operator fatigues, or for any reason desires to “hold”
the load, allow the ratchet brake to engage and support the load.
The Salalift® I winch is designed and typically used for manual
operation. Certain situations where the speed of the rescue, coupled
with fatigue experienced by operator during long lifts, may
necessitate the need for a powered drive operation. Contact DBI/
SALA for more information.
C. SALALIFT II WINCH (8102001 Series): Attach the winch to the
support structure as described in section 3.4 (D). Install winch crank
handle onto the input shaft by aligning the hub of the crank handle
with the square drive marked "winch shaft" and pushing firmly
inward until handle snaps in place (the grip on the handle should
Figure 7 - Connection
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