Checks Before Use; Using The Winch - Portable Winch PCW3000 Instrucciones De Operación / Seguridad

1.3 Safety information
DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE THE PORTABLE
CAPSTAN WINCHTM. KEEP CHILDREN AND ANIMALS
OUTSIDE OF THE WORK ZONE.
NEVER ALLOW AN UNTRAINED PERSON TO USE THE
PORTABLE CAPSTAN WINCHTM. MAKE SURE THAT THIS
PERSON IS AWARE OF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND HAS READ THIS MANUAL AS
WELL AS THE HONDA ENGINE USER MANUAL.
IINFORM ALL USERS OF THE SAFETY AND USAGE
INSTRUCTIONS.
FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THE OPERATION OF THE
PRODUCT AND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU
START TO WORK WITH THE PORTABLE CAPSTAN WINCH
ENSURE THAT YOUR CLOTHING IS CLEAR FROM THE
MOVING PARTS OF THE MACHINE.
THE ENGINE EXHAUST GASES CONTAIN POISONOUS
CARBON MONOXIDE. NEVER RUN THE ENGINE IN A
CLOSED BUILDING WITHOUT ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
CLEAN AND/OR REPLACE ALL SECURITY LABELS THAT ARE
DIRTY, DETERIORATED, UNREADABLE OR TORN.
ALWAYS KEEP ONLOOKERS OUTSIDE OF THE WORK ZONE.
NEVER PULL ROLLING MATERIAL THAT RISKS ROLLING OUT
OF YOUR CONTROL.
THE PORTABLE CAPSTAN WINCHTM IS NOT DESIGNED TO
LIFT LOADS OR PEOPLE.
WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU WEAR HEARING PROTECTION
DURING USE.
ALWAYS KEEP VISUAL CONTACT BETWEEN THE USER AND
THE SPECTATORS TO ENSURE GOOD COMMUNICATION.
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Checks before use

2.1 On receiving
Inspect the box to detect any obvious damage. If a part is missing or
damaged, notify the carrier immediately.
2.2 Is the engine ready?
2.2.1 Oil the engine
Fill the Honda engine with SAE 10W-30 API SJ oil according to the
quantities indicated for your model.
� PCW3000•: 100 ml
� PCW4000•: 130 ml
Check the oil level before each use on a horizontal surface. The oil
level should rise to the edge of the opening. Add oil if necessary. For
special uses and in extreme temperature conditions, refer to the
Honda engine owner's manual.
If the oil level exceeds the maximum level, there could be an
excessive amount of contaminants such as unburned fuel and
condensed water vapor. Drain and change the oil.
2.2.2
Fill the tank with UNLEADED gasoline. Never use a mixture of
oil/gasoline, your Portable Capstan Winch
fourstroke engine. Consult the Honda engine manual. Do not over fill.
2.2.3
Consult the Honda engine manual for starting instructions.
FIRST TIME USE: ALLOW THE ENGINE TO RUN IDLY FOR FIVE (5)
MINUTES BEFORE PULLING A LOAD FOR THE FIRST TIME.
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TM
Take care to pull the starter grip in the output axis of the rope. If
you do not pull at the correct angle, the friction of the rope on the
plastic housing may damage the rope and/or the housing.
2.2.4
Your Portable Capstan Winch
diameter.
2.2.5
Wear on the rope guide or drum may create a gap between the
two parts that could damage the rope. Replace the rope guide
and/or drum if necessary.
2.2.6
The PCW3000 and PCW4000 models are fitted with internal spark
arrestors.
Consult the Honda engine manual for spark arrestor maintenance
instructions.
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3.1
3.1.1
Only use a line with low elasticity. We recommend a double braid
polyester line.
Min., max. and recommended diameters:
Contact us if you have any questions about rope types.
Gasoline
Starting the engine
Activate the engine's on/off switch.
Capstan drum
TM
is equipped with Drum 76 mm in
Space between drum and rope guide
Spark arrestors

Using the winch

MOST PULLING SITUATIONS PRESENT POTENTIAL DANGERS!
Rope
Type of rope
▪ Min•: 10 mm
▪ Max•: 12-13 mm
▪ Recommended•: 10 mm
EN
TM
is equipped with a
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