CABLE PULLING BASICS
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Inspect all components of the pulling system before beginning any cable pull.
This includes the pulling system (cable puller, boom, etc.) and any accessories
( sheaves, swivels, pins, etc. ) Replace any worn or defective components.
DO NOT exceed load rating of cable puller, rope or accessories.
WARNING
If an extension cord is used, it should be a minimum of 12 gauge wire with
ground and a maximum length of 100 ft.
ALWAYS plug the Model 1450 Cable Puller into a grounded receptacle with a 20 amp GFCI protected circuit.
DO NOT modify the plug provided with the Model 1450 Cable Puller. If needed, have a 20 amp GFCI
receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
WARNING
Model 1450 Cable Puller and Accessories
The Model 1450 Cable Puller has a maximum pulling force of 10,000 lbs. Therefore,
all of the accessories used to make a cable pull with this unit must be rated to meet or
exceed the forces generated. This includes, but is not limited to pulling rope, sheaves,
swivels, grips, etc. Be aware that the pulling force on a sheave and its anchoring
system can be as great as twice the pulling force generated by the cable puller.
Force Gauge
The Model 1450 Cable Puller is equipped with an built-in force gauge. The
operator should always monitor the force gauge throughout the entire cable pull.
The force gauge has 3 color screens to help you identify operating conditions.
These screens are:
Power Requirements
The Model 1450 Cable Puller motor is rated at 120 volt – 60 hz – 20 amps.
COLOR PULLER FORCE CONDITION
Green 0-6,500 lbs. Puller can be run continually
White 6,500 lbs. -8,000 lbs. 50% duty cycle; 5 minutes on / 5 minutes off
Flashing Red 8,500 lbs. -10,000 lbs. Overload condition — momemtary operation
of puller only. Correct the overload condition.
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