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Free-spool Function
The free-spool allows rapid pay-out of the wire rope for hooking onto a load or anchor points and is
operated by a free-spool T-handle.
The free-spool T-handle must be in the “Engaged” position before winching.
1). To disengage, lift the free-spool T-handle up and turn it at 90
0
clockwise rotation to the
“Disengaged” position, wire rope can now free-spool off the drum.
2). To engage, 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 device 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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