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3.5.2.2
To ''cradle'' the load
PCW3000: Pull until the engine nearly stalls and release the tension
in the line. Then return the tension to the line and repeat as
required.
PCW4000: Release the rope. The rope locking system will keep
tension on the load. To release the tension, disengage the rope
from the cleat and SLOWLY release the tension.
3.5.2.3
Taking a break during pulling
PCW3000:
SLOWLY
release the tension in the line and allow it to
slide over the drum.
PCW4000: Release the rope. The rope locking system will keep
tension on the load. To release the tension, disengage the rope
from the cleat and
SLOWLY
release the tension.
3.5.2.4
If it is essential to keep the tension in the line at startup
PCW3000: You can use a blocker or a Prusik knot connected to your
anchoring point to maintain the tension in the line. You can also use
a self-locking pulley PCA-1271 or PCA-1272. They are particularly
useful for pulling rolling objects and for directional felling.
PCW4000: The PCW4000 is equipped with a rope locking system.
Check that the rope is properly engaged in the cleat to maintain
tension on the rope (see point 3.5.1, fig.2b).
3.5.2.5
If your rope is too short
If your line is too short, connect two lines together:
1.
Fig. 1-1: Use 2 bowline knots to link your two lines together.
2.
Fig. 1-2: Allow approx. 1 m (3') of line to exceed the knot of the
line pulling the load. This length of line will be used for pulling
when the knot is undone.
3.
Fig. 2: Stop the winch before the knots reach the winch; they
will not be able to pass through and the line will become tangled.
4.
Release the tension in the line.
Attach the load to a fixed point if necessary.
5.
Untie the line's knot and use the remaining length to wind it
around the drum and restart the winch again.
3.5.2.6
Stopping the winch
1.
Gradually release the tension to gradually lower the winch
towards the ground.
2.
Lower the throttle lever to idle position (PCW3000).
3.
Set the on/off switch to the OFF position.
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Maintenance
4.1
Cleaning
When your work is complete, clean and dry the winch.
4.2
Lubrification
The gearbox is lubricated in the factory and thus should not require
lubrication or maintenance. If oil losses become apparent, check
the oil level by placing the winch on a level surface and unscrew the
cap. Use an 8 mm hexagonal key.
When tipping the winch forwards, a little oil may escape through the
hole. If required, you can add SAE80W90EP gear oil.
4.3
Honda engine
Maintain the engine according to the instructions provided in the
Honda engine user manual.
4.4
Storage
Always store your Portable Capstan WinchTM on its base. Please
consult the Honda engine user manual for storage instructions.
4.5
Spark arrestors
Since your winch is equipped with integrated spark arrestors, you
must clean them after one hundred (100) hours of operation.
Consult the Honda engine manual for the cleaning procedure.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CAPSTAN DRUM AFTER USE. IT
MAY BE HOT AND BURN YOUR SKIN.
BE CAREFUL WHEN USING THE LOAD ''CRADLING''
METHOD. THIS METHOD MAY CAUSE RAPID WEAR TO
THE LINE DUE TO THE HEAT CREATED ON THE DRUM.
IF THE WINCH PULLS THE LINE AND THE LOAD DOESN'T
MOVE (OFTEN WHEN A VERY LONG LINE IS BEING
USED), THE LINE STRETCHES AND THE BREAKING POINT
MAY BE REACHED CAUSING IT TO SUDDENLY COME
BACK ON TO YOU. SLOWLY RELEASE THE TENSION IN
THE LINE BUT BEWARE OF THE BUILT-UP TENSION: THE
LINE MAY QUICKLY GET AWAY FROM YOU CAUSING
BURNS OR TAKING YOU TOWARDS THE WINCH.
NEVER ALLOW THE LINE TO SLIDE ON THE DRUM FOR
MORE THAN A FEW SECONDS WHEN LOADED - THE
HEAT GENERATED BY THE FRICTION MAY MELT OR
DAMAGE THE LINE.
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DURING CLEANING, CHECK THE WINCH, THE HOOKS,
THE LINE AND THE POLYESTER SLING FOR ANY DAMAGE
OR SIGNS OF WEAR.
Regularly remove the capstan
drum and clean around the
shaft. Any accumulated debris
may damage the seal. Brush
the shaft with a little oil to avoid
corrosion.
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