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AUXILIARY RIGGING
Snatch Block
An auxiliary sheave, or snatch block, increases the versa-
tility of the winch, and is highly recommended in the fol-
lowing applications:
When fl eet angles exceed 1½°;
When winch loads exceed the safe winch or wire rope
capacity;
When slower line speeds are required for precise load
control.
Securely attach the snatch block to the anchor point fol-
lowing the block manufacturer’s recommendations.
Tree Protector
If the wire rope or a snatch block must be anchored to a
tree or other structure for recovery purposes, a heavy ny-
lon web sling of proper capacity rating should be used to
avoid causing serous damage to the tree.
A poorly attached or undersized snatch block may break
loose from the anchor point and cause a sudden loss of
load control, which may result in property damage, in-
jury or death.
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