Portable Winch Gas-powered portable capstan winch PCW3000 - Manual (Page 6)

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2.2.4 Capstan drum
Your Portable Capstan Winch
TM
is equipped with a 76 mm (3") capstan drum. Only one (1) size
drum fits this winch.
2.2.5 Spark arrestor
In certain areas, it is forbidden to use a gas (petrol) engine without a spark arrestor. You
Portable Capstan Winch
TM
is equipped with an internal spark arrestor. Therefore, there is no
need to worry about local regulation.
3.0 Winch usage
MOST WINCHING SITUATIONS PRESENT POTENTIAL DANGERS!
3.1 Rope
STAY OUT OF THE WINCH LINE ’S PATH.
3.1.1 Rope type
Use only low stretch rope. We recommend using double-braided polyester rope with a
minimum diameter of 10 mm (3/8''). Maximum rope diameter is 12-13 mm (1/2"). Please contact
us for other rope types suitability.
DO NOT USE 3-STRAND POLYPROPYLENE YELLOW ROPE!
Polypropylene and polyethylene ropes are dangerous for winching because of their
great elasticity and low melt point.
Make sure the rope is not damaged and that it offers an adequate resistance to pull the
load.
STRETCH EQUALS DANGER!
A stretched rope can recoil and cause serious burns as the rope leaves your hand.
All ropes stretch: a longer one more than a shorter one. The more you pull, the more it
stretches.
A stretched rope can also move the load in an unpredictable or dangerous way.
A stretched rope can recoil and bring your hand towards the winch causing severe
injuries. NEVER WRAP THE ROPE AROUND YOUR HAND.
ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES.