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G
Wire/synthetic rope does not spool
smoothly on the drum.
Check mounting distance and fleet
angle. Reposition winch as required to
achieve 1/2 to 1-1/2 degree fleet angle.
Consult wire/synthetic rope manufactur-
er for recommendation of wire/synthetic
rope that best suits your application.
Replace wire/synthetic rope and con-
duct operator/rigger training as re-
quired.
1. The winch may be mounted too close
to the fairlead, causing the fleet angle to
be more than 1-1/2 degrees.
2. Could be using the wrong lay rope.
There is a distinct advantage in applying
rope of the proper wind or lay. When the
load is slacked off, the several wraps on
the drum will stay closer together and
maintain an even layer. If rope of im-
proper lay is used, the coils will spread
apart each time the load is removed.
Then, when winching is resumed, the
rope has a tendency to crisscross and
overlap on the drum. The result is apt to
be a flattened and crushed rope.
3. The winch may have been overload-
ed, causing permanent set in the wire/
synthetic rope.
F
Winch chatters or surges while lifting
rated load.
TROUBLE
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDY
Same as remedies for Trouble D2.
Same as remedies for Trouble E2.
Conduct operator training as required.
1. Same as D2.
2. Hydraulic oil flow to motor may be
too low.
3. Controls being operated too quickly.
