Powerwinch Sport Fish 450 - Manual (Page 3)

P OWERWINCH S PORT F ISHING 450 A NCHOR W INCH
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AFETY
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WARNING
A
WARNING INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH
,
IF NOT AVOIDED
,
COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY AND
/
OR MAJOR PROPERTY
DAMAGE
.
CAUTION
A
CAUTION INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT
MAY CAUSE MINOR TO MODERATE PERSONAL INJURY AND / OR PROPERTY DAMAGE . I T MAY
ALSO BE USED TO ALERT AGAINST UNSAFE PRACTICES .
NOTE: A note indicates further information about a product, part, or step.
Tip: A tip provides helpful suggestions.
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ENERAL
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AFETY
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The following Safety Precautions Must be Followed at ALL Times
Failure to follow the warnings and cautions in this manual could result in
serious injury and/or property damage.
Thoroughly read the manuals furnished with this product and be familiar with the
controls. Do not allow individuals to operate the winch without understanding the
safe operation and procedures for the equipment.
WARNINGS
A
LWAYS
unplug the wiring harness before attempting to install, relocate,
service or perform maintenance on the unit.
N EVER use the winch to lift or move people or animals.
N
EVER
use the winch for overhead lifting.
N
EVER
attempt to pull a load greater than the rated load of the winch.
N EVER use the winch to exclusively hold, support or permanently secure the
load. Use separate straps to support the load.
A
LWAYS
stand away from the winch during operation. A
LWAYS
stand clear of
the area behind and between the load or anchor point and the winch.
Serious injury could occur if the rope breaks.
A LWAYS keep hands clear of the cable spool (drum area).
A LWAYS wear leather gloves when handling the rope and chain.
N
EVER
wear loose fitting clothes, scarves, ties or jewelry when operating the
winch. Loose clothing can become caught in moving parts.
N EVER place foreign objects in the gypsy while retrieving or free falling the
anchor. Serious injury can occur.
A
LWAYS
tie off the anchor to a secure mount (e.g. a deck cleat) for storage
and after lowering the anchor. N
EVER
use the winch to tie off the anchor.
A LWAYS use the recommended rope and chain rode (a rode is a length of
rope and chain).