5.0 Installation and Use
5.1
General Installation Requirements: The winch is designed as a part of a confined space system. The user must perform specific job hazard
analysis in accordance with OSHA regulations. Mitigate hazards in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
5.2
Install the Winch Onto the Anchorage Structure: The winch is equipped with an integral bracket to attach it to the leg bracket on the
anchorage structure. See FallTech manual number MCS07 for Tripods and MCS30 for Davit installation instructions regarding that portion
of the bracket installed on the anchorage structure.
Place the winch bracket mating slots onto the mating rod on the structure leg bracket, align the top holes, and insert the detent pin, as
shown in Figure 3A for an 8’ tripod, Figure 3B for an 11’ tripod and Figure 3C for a confined space davit.
Figure 3A - Attach Personnel Winch to 8ft Tripod Leg Bracket
A Winch with Integral Mounting Bracket
B Bracket Mating Slots for Tripod/Davit
C Integral Device Securing Detent Pin
D Align Mating Slots to Engage Leg Bracket Rod
E Leg Bracket Rod
F Insert Detent Pin through Winch and Leg Brackets
G Personnel Winch Secured to Leg Bracket
#7291B Leg Bracket shown in Figure 3A
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