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Operator:
Must read and understand the operating and service manual.
Both the
SERVICE MANUAL
and
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
are available online at
http://www.team-twg.com/TulsaWinch/
Must never lift or move people with this winch.
This winch is not designed or intended for any use that involves moving people.
Must stay clear of the load at all times.
Ground personnel should remain a safe distance from the load and winch cable
at least 1 ½ times the length of cable measured from the winch to the load.
Must stay clear of the cable at all times.
A broken cable can cause serious injury or death.
Must avoid shock loads.
Shock loads can impose a strain on the winch that can be many times the design
rating.
Must be aware of the fleet angle of the winch.
All loads should only be pulled with the load line perpendicular to the drum shaft,
this is to avoid excessive stresses on the winch and will help prevent the cable
from building on one side of the drum flange.
Must wear personnel protective equipment (PPE) if required.
Check the local, state and federal regulations for compliance.
Must insure that the drum clutch is fully engaged before hoisting.
A visual inspection of the drum clutch engagement is required before each
winching operation.
Must rig all loads secure before winching.
Pull the load line taut and inspect the condition of load for stability.
Must inspect the drum brake if equipped.
The drum brake is not a load holding device it is design to prevent over spooling
of the drum and causing bird nesting of the cable on the drum. Inspect the brake
for wear of the lining and the actuation method.
Must inspect the load control brake.
These winches can be equipped with two (2) forms of dynamic braking. The
worm brake is one method and is adjustable for pay-out load control. Before a
load is handled the load should be pulled tight and stopped to check this brake.
The second method is a hydraulic lowering control that is not field adjustable.
The same method should be used to check this brake.
Operation:
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All winch controls must be well marked for function to avoid confusion.
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Insure that the PTO is disengaged when the winch is not in use.
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All winch controls must be located to provide the operator with a clear view of the
load.
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The clutch must be inspected daily for proper operation.
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The winch cable should be inspected daily for serviceability.
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A minimum of five wraps of tightly wound cable must remain on the drum.
