Bloom Manufacturing 1200HC Series - Manual (Page 8)

Never use larger or smaller cable on your winch than is recommended for it. The use of larger cable will not allow you to
pull larger loads and may, in fact, break easier than the proper size cable. The use of smaller cable may overheat the
winch due to the increased running time with more cable.
(b) The Importance of a Proper Fleet Angle:
Maintaining the proper fleet angle is important to the success of your winching operation, the life of your winch and the
life of the cable you are using. The fleet angle can best be described by the following diagram:
The fleet angle should be kept as small as possible to ensure proper spooling and to maximize cable and winch life. To
promote even cable spooling, keep the fleet angle below three degrees. Never pull directly against the flange of the
winch cable drum as this may cause the cable or the winch to break. Adherence to these instructions will ensure better
spooling.
(c) Wire Rope Anchor & Wrapping:
PROPER FLEET ANGLE
Prepare the end of the wire rope as recommended by the wire rope manufacturer. Pass the free end of the wire rope
through the small opening of the cable drum anchor pocket. Lock the cable into the drum by tightening the cable anchor
set screw.
Centerline
LOAD
Cable Fleet Angle
3 Deg. Max.
PROPER WRAPPING OF WIRE ROPE
Direction To Raise Load
Cable
Cable Anchor
Set Screw
Drum
Direction To Raise Load
(d) Automatic Safety Brake:
Bloom 800H, 1000H, 1100H & 1200H series winches are equipped with an automatic hydraulic failsafe brakes ( spring
li d h d li l ) t h ld d d l d
Drum will turn counter clockwise
to spool cable onto drum
applied hydraulic release ) to hold suspended loads.
Spring applied hydraulic release brake automatically holds load when hydraulic pressure is released. There are
no adjustments to these brakes. They are adjusted only at the factory. DO NOT attempt to change any brake setting in
the field. Double counter balance valve adds additional load holding capability by locking hydraulic oil in motor.
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