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10
Mounting The RCW-3001
Tree Protection Mounts
The device is supplied with a set of rubber protection mounts.
To fit these insert one in the top channel of the device and one in the
bottom, these are designed to be a tight fit.
The mounts should be inspected carefully prior to use and rotated
each time the device is used.
Bollard Working Zone
The user should position the
device so there is a clear
working zone of 120̊ from the
front of the device. The lowering
line must stay within this
working zone to ensure correct
rope alignment. This also
prevents the rope from
overlapping on the bollard and
makes full use of the fairleads.
Working Zone
120°
Method 1
Protection Mounting
Working Load Limit
500kg
This method of mounting
is used where selected
limbs are being removed
but the tree remains. This
method helps protect the
tree from damage.
Method 2
Sunken Mounting
Working Load Limit
3000kg
This method of mounting
is used where the tree is
being dismantled and the
limbs lowered are of a
heavy size and where
impact loading may occur.
When using method 2 the sunken cut should not
exceed 2cm. Any deeper than 2cm and this will
interfere with the base anchor point and will make
the top attachment point unusable.
Maximum cut
depth 2cm
4
0
c
m
Maximum cut
depth 2cm
When mounting the device it is recommended to locate it at a height where the rope will be tailed out as close
to horizontal as possible. This will ensure the maximum use of the fairleads.
WARNING:
Never use the device with only one of the rubber protection mounts fitted
WARNING:
The Working Load Limit is based on using the specified
mounting Ratchet Handle & Strap and backed up with a
sufficiently rated Anchor Sling. The ratchet strap tensions should
be checked after each load, and re-tightened if appropriate
WARNING: Never attempt to mount the RCW-3001 with the RCWINCH fitted. The RCWINCH should only be mounted once the RCW-3001
is securely positioned and mounted correctly.
