Pro Series Safety Winch
Operator’s Manual
9
October 18, 2011, Rev 05
2.4 FALL PROTECTION WHILE CLIMBING
In situations where it is not practical to install and use a temporary or permanently installed personal fall
arrest system, the winch may be used to guard against falling while climbing a fixed ladder or other
structure. The winch line can be used as essentially a travelling anchorage connector that moves up and
down with the climber. An energy absorbing lanyard is installed between the winch line and the dorsal D-
ring on the climber’s full body harness. The winch must be operated so as to continuously eliminate any
slack in the winch line as the climber moves up and down. The winch operator must be specifically
instructed in such use of this winch. All installations must be designed, installed, and used under the
supervision of a qualified person.
2.5 MATERIAL HANDLING
The winch may be used for the raising and lowering of tools, equipment, and other material not exceeding
the rated Working Load Limit of the winch. Various jurisdictions may not allow the use of the same
equipment to move personnel and material. Be aware of and follow the regulations governing your
workplace.
3. APPLICATION RESTRICTIONS
There are restrictions and limitations that must be carefully considered in the selection, installation, and
operation of this winch. Serious injury or death may result from failure to consider these factors.
3.1 WORKING LOAD LIMIT
This winch is designed and rated to a working load limit of 1 person weighing a maximum of 310lbs
(including all clothing, tools, and equipment) when used in a 1 Part Single Reeved System, or 2 persons
weighing a maximum 620 lbs when used in a 2 Part Single Reeved System (see Figure 2).
Figure 2, 1 & 2 Part Single Reeved Systems
Please refer to the Operator’s Manual(s) for all other accessories in the system to determine which
reeving option(s) are applicable to the system.
Note: Please be aware that a 2 Part Single Reeved System is rated for a higher working load limit, but
that raising/lowering speed is only half that of a 1 Part Single Reeved System.
Ensure that all other system components have a working load limit matching that of the winch. System
rating is equal to that of the lowest rated system component.
