Product Manual

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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 16 mm (5/8"). For most
situations, we recommend using 12 or 13 mm (1/2’’) DBP rope. 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.