General Safety Instructions
This manual has been prepared to assist you in the operation and
care of your new winch. Please read it thoroughly as the contents
can contribute to more effective operation of your equipment.
The construction of this winch including the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems, were all designed
to meet safety standards of European Union No 98/37/EC.
The winch should be operated and handled by qualified personnel only. Qualified operators are those who
have received tr
aining from the machine owner’s company or, alternatively, from the manufacturer. Never
permit anyone to operate the winch without proper training.
Operators must be aware of all local, state and federal safety regulations governing the use of this
equipment.
Operators must wear suitable clothing to reduce the possibility of entanglement in the machine’s moving
parts. They should avoid the wearing of any jewellery for the same reason.
Operators must use personal protective gear in accordance wi
th OSHA’s PPE guidelines. (Safety glasses,
gloves, boots, hard hat, etc.)
Operators must carefully follow hazard related instructions contained in this instruction manual or indicated
on the machine.
The work area should be clear of oil or other liquid spills, as well as materials or equipment that may be
considered an obstacle to proper operation.
The operator must avoid the direct inhalation of the equipment’s engine exhaust.
The winch must not be modified without the specific and written consent of the Manufacturer. Factory
provided accessories and spare parts must always be used.
All maintenance and repairs, including electrical, should be performed by trained and authorized personnel
only. Any waste oils, grease or fuel should be disposed of properly in accordance with the local state or
country guidelines.
Note
These units are built according to your order and the latest design changes. Therefore, differences in the descriptions and pictures
of the equipment may occur as they apply to your machine. We reserve the right to make design changes at any time and without
notice.
