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KEY INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
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Inspect Tree Trunk Protector before every use.
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If the Tree Trunk Protector is damaged in any way do not use. Keep strap away from
sharp edges especially when under load.
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Exposing the strap to high temperatures may cause damage and is to be avoided.
Ensure proper rated recovery points are used.
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When using shackles with a tree trunk protector always use approved rated shackles.
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Never exceed the Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS) of a strap, or the Working Load
Limit (WLL) or Safe Working Load (SWL) of shackles.
USAGE
Getting Set Up
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Assess the area. Wrap the tree trunk protector around a large sized healthy tree trunk
and bring together the two eyelets. Avoid using undersized or dead tree trunks.
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Ensure the strap is not twisted, knotted or kinked.
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Attach a suitably rated bow shackle through both eyelets and connect a winch clevis
hook or winch extension strap to the shackle and secure.
NB – When using a BOW shackle.
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To avoid seizing the screw pin of the bow
shackle, it is a good practice to back off about
1/2 a turn after fully hand tightening the
shackle pin. Shackle pins may seize due to
force exerted during recovery operation.
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If using a shackle to connect to the vehicle
ensure it is a RATED SHACKLE and is adequate
for the recovery being conducted.
Attachment with Bow Shackle
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The strap must be suited to the GVM of the lighter of the 2 vehicles used in the
recovery process.
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Before attempting the vehicle recovery, passengers of the vehicles involved must:
- exit the vehicles
- stand as far away from the vehicles as possible
- avoid standing in the path of the vehicle performing the recovery
