When lowering the auger, never turn the winch handle counterclockwise
to attempt to correct a stuck cable. This will disengage the brake
mechanism and create an unsafe condition.
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If the cable stops moving, check to see where the binding is happening
and fix before proceeding. The track guide could be stuck. If there is too
much slack in the cable, the auger could drop suddenly. Winch in the
slack cable and correct before proceeding.
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After lowering the auger, turn the handle clockwise two clicks to lock the
winch brake. Always keep a minimum amount of 3 wraps of cable around
the winch drum. This winch is for manual operation only.
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