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8.1. Winch cable techniques
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Figure 1
Identify a suitable anchor point. When choosing an
anchor point, choose a strong, firm point such as a
tree trunk or rock.
Always use a sling as an anchor.
CAUTION
Do not attach the hook to the cable as shown
in Fig. 1, it could become damaged.
Figure 2
CAUTION
Do not winch at an acute angle. Doing so will
cause the cable to wind on one side of the drum,
which could damage the cable and the winch, as
shown in Fig. 2
Short angle pulls can be used to straighten the
vehicle. Long pulls should be done with the cable at a
90° angle to the winch/vehicle.
Figure 3
When pulling a heavy load, throw a blanket or jacket
over the cable about 1.50 m from the hook. This way,
if the cable breaks, the whiplash will be absorbed. For
extra protection, open the bonnet of your vehicle as
shown in Fig. 3.
With 1 line With 2 lines
Figure 4
For pulling loads greater than 70% of the rated load,
we recommend using a pulley block to double the
line. Fig. 4.
This will reduce the load on the winch and the tension
on the cable by up to 50%, depending on the angle.
Figure 5
WARNING
Never use the winch for hoisting or lifting
or moving people. Fig. 5.
