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Portable Winch Gas-powered pulling/lifting winch PCH1000 User Manual

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4.8.1 Initial inspection and test

When the new or factory refurbished winch is first put in service, perform the following:

4.8.1.1 Engine

1)

Check oil level (see Honda Owner’s Manual);

2)

Check air filter (see Honda Owner’s Manual);

3)

Check fuel level (see Honda Owner’s Manual);

4) Test On/Off switch by starting the engine with switch on, and turning it off. If the engine

fails to turn off, it can be shut down by closing the choke.


4.8.1.2 Winch operation

4.8.1.2.1 Test throttle adjustment

Without rope on the drum:

1) Pull on plate and confirm

that the maximum course is
reached (picture #1);

2) Observe drum rotating under

full throttle;

3) Release plate and confirm

the minimum course is
reached by spring return
action (picture #2);

4) Observe drum not rotating

when engine is idling;

5) If there are any adjustments

to be made, perform the
adjustments and re-test;

6) Listen for any unusual noise.











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