GEAX
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Chapter 6
OPERATING THE DRILLING RIG
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When the winch is not in use, the hook at the rope’s end must
be secured to eyebolt B (Fig. 2.1.2.2) and the rope itself
kept slightly tensioned.
This will ensure that the hook does not sway around with the risk of hitting
persons or objects, and will prevent it from getting tangled in moving parts
with disastrous results.
It is strictly forbidden to move the mast to
increase the lifting capacity of the winch 2°.
Once you have finished using the winch, lock the pedal (flipping the lever on
the side) before you do anything else. For further information see Par. 3.7.1.
6.5 Disabling the limit switches
6.5.1
Disabling the rope up limit switch on the main winch
The down limit switch should be disabled only when replacing the
rope on the main winch during rig maintenance.
6.5.2
Disabling the rope up limit switch on the auxiliary winch
The up limit switch should be disabled only when winding the rope
while folding down the upper element of the mast.