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Free-spool Function
The free-spool allows rapid payout of the wire rope for hooking onto a load or anchor points and is
operated by the free-spool T-handle.
The free-spool T-handle must be in the “Engaged” position before winching.
1). To disengage the free-spool lift the free-spool T-handle up and turn it at 90
0
clockwise rotation to
the “Disengaged” position, wire rope can now be free spooled off the drum.
2). To engage the free-spool lift the free-spool T-handle up and turn it at 90
0
counter-clockwise
rotation to the “Engaged” position.
3). If a free-spool T-handle can’t be properly locked in the “Engaged” position, rotate the drum to
make the free-spool coupled to the gear train.
4). Wear leather gloves and use a strap when guiding the wire rope off the drum.
(Engaged) (Disengaged)
Recovery Procedures
Followings are some safety tips to get out
of trouble during a recovery.
1).Using a snatch block will increase the capacity,
but the speed will decrease accordingly.
2).Experience has shown the best wire rope
service is obtained when the maximum fleet
angle is not more than 15 degree. Keep the
wire rope as close as possible to the centre line
of the anchor point.
3).It is the best to work with the most of wire rope
unreeled from the drum to get more pulling
power, but a minimum of five (5) wraps of
wire rope should be wound around the drum to
support the rated load.
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