Manual

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General Machine Products Co., Inc.
5.5.2 Operate the drum control lever to engage the drum drive. This should be left in its
operating position at all times that the winch is working. At all other times it is advanta-
geous to return the drum control lever to its non-operating position.
5.5.3 Operate the winch control lever by pulling gently towards the operator. The rope
will now be pulled in and be wound onto the rope take-up drum. The speed of pulling
can be increased or decreased by adjusting the engine speed control. The specific
maximum pulling tension is adjusted by the operator by turning the tension control
knob to suit the application.
When winching is completed, move the take-drum operating lever to the “off” position.
5.5.4 When being used as an assist winch, the drum drive is not required and therefore
the operator should ensure that the lever is in the off position. Capstan wrapping of the
cable should ensure that the high tension side should be nearest to the gearbox and
hydraulic motor.
5.6.0 The winch is capable of being used to “figure 8” fiber cable. The capstan should
be rotated to 30° and locked in place by the supplied bolt and nut as shown in photo
below.
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