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1. DANGER YOUR PORTABLE ELECTRIC CAPSTAN WINCH WAS NOT DESIGNED TO LOWER HEAVY LOADS ON LONG DISTANCES THE FRICTION CREATED BY THE ROPE ON THE CAPSTAN DRUM GENERATES INTENSE HEAT WHICH CAN DAMAGE OR MELT THE ROPE YOU SHOULD TRYOUT THE SYSTEM TO KNOW ITS LIMITS YOU CAN ALSO USE A BLOCK AND TACKLE SYSTEM ON THE LOAD TO REDUCE THE FRICTION ON THE DRUM CAUTION every tive vou tower LOAD IT IS IMPERATIVE TO VERIFY THE STATE OF THE ROPE WARNING J Never use THE WINCH WITHOUT THE ROPE GRABBING SYSTEM WARNING Fue wino must NEVER RECEIVE BACKLASHES WARNING CAREFUL NOT ro TANGLE THE ROPE ON THE DRUM WHEN LOWERING A LOAD IF IT HAPPENS PULL THE ROPE TO START THE ENGINE AND LIFT THE LOAD UNTIL THE ROPE IS FULLY UNRAVELLED CAUTION po nor touch THE CAPSTAN DRUM IMMEDIATELY AFTER USAGE SINCE IT BECOMES VERY HOT AND WILL BURN When you stop lifting with the Portable Capstan Electric Winch the rope grabbing system engages therefore holds a load in position and keeps the rope under tension To release it follow these steps 1 Pull horizontally and gently on the rope to engage the throttle figure 1 no 1 this will release the tension applied by the rope grabbing system on the pulling rope 2 Pull gently on small rope handle attached to the rope grabbing system figure 1 no 2 this will disengage the system WARNING You uusr Nor2. READ CAREFULLY SINGH BEFORE USE Portable Winch Co PORTABLE ELECTRIC CAPSTAN WINCH PCT1800 50Hz P USER MANUAL Model PCT1800 50Hz P Maximum pulling capacity single line 820 kg 1800 Ib Rated pulling force single line 455 kg 1000 Ib Lifting capacity 250 kg 550 Ib Portable Winch Co November 2011 Ali Rights reserved English version Summary Introduction p 3 1 0 Safety guidelines p 3 1 1 Safety messages p 4 1 2 Labels p 4 1 3 Safety information p 5 2 0 Before first use p 7 2 1 Upon receiving the winch p 7 2 2 Capstan drum p 7 3 0 Winch usage p 9 3 1 Working cycle p 9 3 2 Rope p 9 3 2 1 Rope type p 9 3 2 2 Rope maintenance p 10 3 2 8 At the end of the rope p 10 3 2 3 1 Eye splice end p 10 3 2 3 2 Bowline knot p 10 3 3 Installation of the different types of anchors p 11 3 3 1 With polyester sling provided with the winch p 11 3 3 2 With the winch support plate p 12 3 3 2 1 With square tubing 50 mm 25 p 12 3 3 2 2 With the Heck Pack for 50 mm towing ball and adaptor p 12 3 3 8 With the tree pole mount with anchor strap PCA 1263 p 13 3 3 8 1 With the winch support plate p 13 3 3 3 2 With the vertical pull winch support p 14 3 4 Wrapping the rope on the capstan drum p 15 3 5 Moving a load p 16 3 5 1 Lifting a load p 16 3 5
3. WARNING CAPACITY OF THE ROPE BY 50 OR MORE 3 2 3 2 Bowline knot For pulling applications we recommend the installation of a hook with a bowline knot figure 1 because it can be undone easily when you need to change the hook Moreover this type of knot retains about 7096 of the capacity of the rope whereas most knots reduce it by 50 or more to which you can install the IMPORTANT FACTOR MOST KNOTS REDUCE THE Even better the double bowline knot figure 2 will retain about 75 of your rope s capacity HOOK HERE CROCHET ICI Figure 2 3 3 Installation of the different types of anchors Since the winch can be used in many different applications Portable Winch Co offers various anchoring systems The winch can be anchored to a fixed object by using the polyester sling included or with optional anchoring systems listed in this section The rope end is tied to the object you want to move 3 3 1 With polyester sling provided with the winch Go around the anchor point with the sling Insert each end of the sling in one of the safety hooks located on the winch figure 1 CAUTION AVOID INSTALLING THE SLING SHARP EDGES THAT MIGHT DAMAGE IT WHETHER XM YOU ARE USING A POST A TREE OR A STUMP C ALWAYS INSTALL THE SLING NEAR THE FIGURE 1 ANCHOR S BASE FIGURE 1 CAUTION usc a stume AS AN ANCHOR POINT MEA
4. INSTALL THE ROPE IN SUCH A WAY THAT IT DOES NOT RUB AGAINST OTHER OBJECTS TRY TO SET UP THE ROPE SO THAT THE FRONT OF THE LOAD IS SLIGHTLY LIFTED DO NOT PULL DOWNWARDS OR THROUGH AN OBSTRUCTION A GENERALLY IF INCORRECT CAUTION WARNING WARNING WITH THE ROPE WARNING BOTH THE WINCH AND DANGER WARNING THAT THE ROPE DOES STOP THE ENGINE WHII 3 5 1 Lifting a load WARNING WEIGHT WARNING 16 THE ROPE TOUCHES THE GROUND WHILE PULLING YOUR INSTALLATION IS ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS ON THE CAPSTAN DRUM THE ROPE GRABBING SYSTEM THE ROPE GUIDE OR THE FRONT PULLEY WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING BE SURE THAT YOUR ANCHOR AND FRONT BRASS PULLEY IN FRONT ARE ALIGNED WHILE WINCHING POSITION YOURSELF AWAY FROM THE WINCH IN ORDER TO SEE THE LOAD PULL HORIZONTALLY ON THE ROPE THE TENSION YOU EXERT ON THE ROPE WILL KEEP THE WINCH LEVELED DO NOT WRAP THE ROPE AROUND YOUR HANDS OR YOUR BODY ALSO BEWARE OF THE ROPE ACCUMULATING IN FRONT OF YOU MAKE SURE YOUR FEET DO NOT GET TANGLED IN IT CAREFULLY WATCH THE CAPSTAN DRUM DURING THE OPERATION AND MAKE SURE NOT CROSS OVER ON IT IF IT HAPPENS RELEASE THE TENSION ON THE ROPE AND LE UNDOING THE CROSS OVER PRIOR TO LIFTING A LOAD IT IS IMPERATIVE TO EVALUATE ITS APPROXIMATE NEVER SURPASS THE RATED PULLING FORCE 250 KG 555 LB IN SINGLE LINE 3 Liftin
5. non included you will need to purchase it as well as the 117 mm 4 5 8 diameter safety lip Follow the instructions to change the drum and safety lip You will find the images for steps 1 to 9 on the next page The tools required are 2S A 4 mm 5 32 Allen key included with the winch A 11 mm 7 16 key or adjustable key non included With the 4 mm 5 32 Allen key remove the rope guide figure 2 With the 11 mm 7 16 key unscrew the 1 4 20 x 2 1 4 hex bolt that holds the safety lip figure 3 Remove the hex bolt the flat washer the safety lip and the spacer figure 4 Remove the drum figure 5 If needed you may push it forward with two screwdrivers Be sure not to lose the shaft key NOTE Prior to installing the new drum be sure to clean the surface Insert the drum figure 6 The shaft key must remain in place Insert the flat washer in the hex bolt then the safety lip and then the spacer Then srew it all into the axel figure 7 With the 11 mm 7 16 key tighten the hex bolt figure 8 With the 4 mm 5 32 Allen key install the rope guide included with the drum by tightening the two 2 screws into their designated holes figure 9 NOTE Make sure that the rope guide doesn t touch the drum 3 0 Winch usage WARNING yost wincuina SITUATIONS PRESENT POTENTIAL DANGERS The winch must be plugged into grounded plug The use of an extension c
6. 1 1 Lifting charts p 17 3 5 1 2 Sending the rope back down p 19 3 6 1 Pulling a load p 19 3 7 II the Portable Electric Capstan Winch doesn t work p 19 4 0 Maintenance p 20 4 1 Cleaning p 20 4 2 Lubrication p 20 4 3 AC Electric Engine p 21 4 4 Storage p 21 5 0 Complementary information p 21 5 1 Accessories p 21 5 2 Warranty p 21 5 3 Serial number localization p 21 5 4 Technical data p 22 5 5 Periodical tests p 22 5 6 CE Declaration of conformity p 23 5 7 Exploded view and parts list p 24 5 8 Electrical plans p 27 5 9 Manufacturer p 28 Annexe 1 Examining the rope p 29 2 Introduction Portable Winch Co wishes to thank you for purchasing a PCT 1800 Portable Electric Capstan Winch This manual was written to help you make the best use of your new electric winch and to use it in the most secure way Read it carefully before using the electric winch For any problems or questions please refer to an authorized Portable Winch Co dealer or contact us directly WARNING NOTE TO THE USER PLEASE REFER TO THIS MANUAL AND THE BALDOR ELECTRIC MOTOR LEAFLET FOR GENERAL INFORMATION 1 0 Safety guidelines The PCT 1800 Portable Electric Capstan Winch is designed to pull non rolling objects usually at a plus or minus 45 degree angle from the horizontal It can also be used to lift objects It is equipped with a rope grabbin
7. 5 9 Manufacturer The Portable Electric Capstan Winch PCT1800 50Hz P is manufactured by Portable Winch Co 1170 Thomas Tremblay Street Sherbrooke Quebec CANADA J1G 5 Phone 1 819 563 2193 Toll free Canada amp USA 1 888 388 PULL 7855 Fax 1 514 227 5196 Email info portablewinch com Web site www portablewinch com Annexe l Exa the rope As specified in section 3 2 2 the rope and its termination should be inspected daily to its full length to detect wear This page allows you to collect information It is indicative and may be reproduced and used for daily verification of your rope Winching Rope DIAMETER TERMINATION LENGHT MANUFACTURER FIBRES BEEN CONSTRUCTION Daily verification INSPECTION OR NOTES AND DATE INCIDENT TECHNICIANS SIGNATURE 29 36 37 40 41 42 30
8. RELEASE THE TENSION AND CHECK SOLIDITY OF THE INSTALLATION AND TIGHTEN THE SLING AGAIN 3 4 Wrapping the rope on the capstan drum 1 Open rope grabbing system and lock in place with spring pin figure 1 2 Position rope over front brass pulley except when using vertical pull winch support see Section 3 3 3 2 figure 2 and wrap rope around drum figure 3 3 Insert rope into camming device by pulling the spring loaded cam lever upwards figure 4 This will give enough room to insert the rope Make sure the rope goes over the stainless steel knob figure 5 The cam should be seated against the rope and will automatically hold a load if the rope end is let go 4 As you pull the rope the throttle will engage and load will move figure 5 amp 6 NOTE It is necessary to pull the rope horizontally to get the load started To stop load movement stop pulling on rope Gently pull on the rope until the rope slack is taken up and the tension begins to rise Stop pulling to stop the engine Look at your installation to make sure everything works as planned If everything is ok start pulling 3 5 Moving a load WARNING THE KEY TO SAFE USAGE OF THE WINCH IS COMMON SENSE WARNING CHECK WINCH POSITION ROPE CONDITION SOLIDITY OF THE ANCHOR POINT WARNING KNOTS CARABINERS OR SHACKLES IN ORDER TO PREVENT INJURIES OR MATERIAL DAMAGE
9. stretch a longer one more than a shorter one The more you pull the more it stretches lt Be careful when letting go of a rope under tension A stretched rope can recoil and cause serious burns as the rope leaves your hand CAUTION ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES WARNING JA ways STAND TO THE SIDE OF THE WINCHING LINE A DANGER DO NOT WRAP THE ROPE AROUND YOUR HANDS OR YOUR BODY ALSO BEWARE OF THE ROPE ACCUMULATION ON THE GROUND BE SURE TO KEEP YOUR FEET OUT OF IT 3 2 2 Rope maintenance The rope and its ends should be inspected regularly to detect wear Please refer to CI 2001 Document FIBER ROPE INSPECTION AND RETIREMENT CRITERIA from the Cordage Institute available at www ropecord com for the procedure and criteria of scrapping the rope You will find a chart located at page 29 of this manual to better help you register your observations CAUTION IF THE ROPE IS DIRTY WASH IT A DIRTY ROPE WILL GET DAMAGED QUICKLY AND CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR TO THE PARTS IN WHICH IT COMES INTO CONTACT 3 2 3 At the end of the rope 3 2 3 1 Eye spliced end You must attach the load to the end of the rope Even if bowline knot may sometimes be sufficient we strongly recommend the use of a rope with spliced ends see figure appropriate hardware with a sufficient safety factor rating for your application NOTE Verify your local regulations in this matter Figure 1
10. the installation and it s functions remain the same After the installation of the tree pole mount section 3 3 3 follow these steps 1 Insert the winch support plate and fasten it down with the bent pin and I 2 Attach the winch anchor hooks to the eye bolts figure 2 no 2 3 Wrap the rope around the drum and start winching The winch will align itself automatically with the load figure 3 pin figure 1 Figure 1 WARNING puruna ron FEW SECONDS RELEASE THE TENSION AND CHECK THE SOLIDITY OF THE INSTALLATION AND TIGHTEN THE SLING AGAIN 3 3 3 2 With the vertical pull winch support PCA 1264 After the installation for the tree pole mount section 3 3 3 follow these steps 1 Install the vertical support onto the square tubing and align the holes figure 1 2 Install the pulley Tighten the nut with your fingers until it touches the support Then reenforce it with the R pin figure 2 3 Attach the winch anchor hooks to the eye bolts figure 3 4 Wrap the rope around the drum and align the vertical support pulley with the rope axe figure 4 and start to pull figure 6 WARNING po nor over THE FRONT BRASS PULLEY FIGURE 5 AS THIS CAUSED TOO MUCH FRICTION AND WILL REDUCE THE ABILITY TO LIFT PASS THE ROPE UNDER THE FRONT BRASS PULLEY IM THIS SETUP THE FRONT BRASS PULLEY IS NOT USED WARNING puruna ron FEW SECONDS
11. to disengage the rope grabbing system If you do not and the load get stuck you may have trouble getting some slack since the rope will already be stretched to its maximum and the rope grabbing system will be very hard to disengage A WARNING r s risk or THE LOAD FALLING OR ROLLING BACKWARDS DO NOT DISENGAGE THE ROPE GRABBING SYSTEM Using the winch without the rope grabbing system allows you to release the tension and benefit from the elasticity of the rope to restart pulling and let the engine reach its maximum revolution RPM To disengage the rope grabbing system open the spring loaded cam upwards and let it rest on the frame of the rope grabbing system figure 1 on previous page To reengage it lift it upward again and bring it back towards the pulling rope 3 7 If the Portable Electric Capstan Winch doesn t work DANGER prion to INSPECTING OR REPAIRING THE WINCH BE SURE TO UNPLUG IT If the winch does not work check the power source Make sure the voltage and or the frequency used is correct Disconnect the wire from the electrical outlet and remove the lid of the control box Make sure there are no unconnected wires poorly connected relays or loosened screws If the unit still does not work contact a qualified electrician or your dealer 4 0 Maintenance When the unit is outside make sure to thoroughly cover the engine and controls against the
12. AIN RELEF CORD CONNECTOR 61 INCLUDED WITH 42 0022 50Hz ELECTRIC MOTOR BOX COVER 62 10 0114 ELECTRIC CORD 14 3 AWG x 50cm 63 42 0019 ELECTRIC PLUG CEE 7 7 250V 16AMP GROUNDED 64 INCLUDED WITH 42 0022 ELECTRIC MOTOR BOX COVER SCREWS 4 65 10 0115 ELECTRIC CORD 14 3 AWG x 46cm 2 66 10 0116 ELECTRIC CORD 14 3 AWG x 13cm 1 67 42 0010 DUSTIGHT STRAIN RELIEF WITH TIGHTENING RING 1 68 44 0019 VINYL GRIP 1 69 10 0094 WINCH HANDLE 1 70 31 0019 HEX CAP SCREW 3 8 24 x 1 Gr5 Zn 3 71 INCLUDED WITH 10 0080 BOX COVER INCLUDED WITH ELECTRIC BOX 1 72 31 0021 MACHINE SCREW 10 24 1 2 Zn 3 78 42 0020 2 POLES 240 VOLTS 50Hz CONTACTOR 1 74 33 0004 K LOK LOCKNUT 10 24 Zn 4 75 10 0080 MACHINED ELECTRIC BOX 1 76 10 0072 ELECTRIC BOX SUPPORT PLATE 1 77 10 0073 HANDLE EXTENSION 1 78 35 0002 NEOPRENE WASHER 13 16 x 1 3 32 4 79 100117 RUBBER PAD 1 80 31 0014 HEX CAP SCREW 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Zn 2 81 INCLUDED WITH 10 0080 ELECTRIC BOX COVER SCREW 4 82 10 0077 YELLOW 12ga EYE CONNECTOR 1 83 10 0082 BLUE 14ga WIRE CONNECTOR 2 84 44 0018 GENERAL INFORMATION AND WARNING LABEL 1 85 44 0022 ROPE WARNING LABEL 1 86 10 0042 SAFETY LIP FOR DRUM 57mm 1 87 10 0096 CAPSTAN DRUM 57mm 1 88 10 0100 ROPE GUIDE FOR DRUM 57mm 1 26 5 8 Electrical plans CONTACTOR WIRING DIAGRAM BLUE 14 WIRE CONNECTOR 83 MOTOR WIRING DIAGRAM 220V 50HZ 1 PHASE 27 PULL SWITCH WIRING DIAGRAM
13. EW 1 4 20 x 3 4 STAINLESS 2 30 100106 ROPE GUIDE FOR DRUM 85mm 1 31 31 0010 HEX CAP SCREW 1 2 13 x 6 65 Zn 1 32 35 0004 FLAT WASHER 1 2 Zn 4 33 10 0098 ALUMINIUM BUSHING 2 34 PCA 1281 SAFETY HOOK 3 4 T 2 35 43 0013 SHAFT KEY 516 x 516 x 1 1 4 1 36 31 0015 HEX CAP SCREW 3 8 16 ox 1 1 4 Gr Zn 2 37 100101 FRONT PULLEY 1 38 100108 ROPE KEEPER 1 39 32 0002 FLANGE BOLT SERRATED M6 1 x 12mm Zn 4 40 10 0069 50Hz ELECTRIC MOTOR GUARD PLATE 1 41 100113 CABLE STAINLESS 1 6mm x 33m 1 42 41 0006 CABLE HOUSING 2 43 100112 CABLE HOUSING 5mm x 18 1 44 10011 CABLE END HOLDER 1 45 320003 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW M5x0 8 x 16mm 5 25 46 INCLUDED WITH 10 0081 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 5 0 8 x 12mm Zn 47 INCLUDED WITH 10 0081 LIMIT SWITCH BENT ARM INCLUDED WITH PCT ELEC 01 1 48 41 0004 CABLE END CAP 49 31 0020 MACHINE SCREW 10 24 x 1 3 4 Zn 50 10 0086 INPUT PINION 51 43 0005 SHAFT KEY 3 16 x 1 8 x 3 4 52 10 0067 SHAFT ADAPTOR 58 INCLUDED WITH 42 0022 SHAFT KEY 3 16 x 3 16 x 0 600 54 31 0023 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 4 28 x 1 2 Gr5 Zn 55 10 0081 LIMIT SWITCH 56 33 0005 NYLON LOCKNUT 1 2 13 Zn 57 42 0022 BALDOR ELECTRIC MOTOR 50Hz 220V 7 58 42 0023 WIRE CONNECTOR 8 TO 12 59 42 0009 TIGHTENING RING 60 42 0007 1 2in LIQUIDTIGHT STR
14. Exploded view and parts list Cite ue RI PCT1800 50Hz P PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION am 1 100118 NYLON ROPE 1 8 x 24po 1 2 10 0053 MACHINED ASCENDER 1 3 31 0028 SHOULDER BOLT 1 4 x 1 4 STAINLESS 1 4 10 0055 TOP CABLE GUIDE 1 5 _ 10 0054 PIVOT PLATE 1 6 31 0016 HEX CAP SCREW 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 STAINLESS 1 7 41 0002 CABLE ADJUSTER 2 8 39 0014 PULL PIN 1 4 20 1 9 31 0038 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 STAINLESS 1 10 31 0006 FLAT HEAD CONTERSUNK CAP SCREW 1 4 20 x 1 2 11 10 0052 ATTACHMENT PLATE 1 12 10 0051 INTERMEDIATE PLATE 1 18 _ 10 0057 CABLE PIVOTING ANCHOR 2 14 31 0085 SET SCREW 1024 x 1 4 2 15 31 0024 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 4 20 x 1 STAINLESS 3 16 _ 31 0030 SHOULDER BOLT 5 16 x 1 STAINLESS 1 17 39 0006 TENSION SPRING 0 045 0375 OD x 1 250 L STAINLESS 1 18 _ 35 0006 FLAT WASHER 1 4 Zn 2 19 _ 10 0050 MAIN PLATE 1 20 31 0007 FLAT HEAD CAP SCREW 1 4 20 x 3 8 3 21 10 0056 BOTTOM BUSHING 1 22 440017 RUBBER HANDLE 1 28 10 0119 SHOULDER BOLT 5 8 x 1 1 2 Zn 2 24 100043 SPACER FOR SAFETY LIP 1 25 10 0044 SAFETY LIP FOR DRUM 85mm 1 26 100102 FENDER WASHER 1 4 x 1 1 4 OD Zn 1 27 aron HEX CAP SCREW 1 4 20 x 2 1 4 Zn 1 28 10 0001 CAPSTAN DRUM 85mm 1 29 31 0025 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCR
15. FULLY RELEASE THE ROPE BLOCKING SYSTEM SO THAT IF THERE IS AN EMERGENCY YOU WILL ONLY HAVE TO RELEASE THE HANDLE TO MAINTAIN THE LOAD INTO POSITION WARNING never Ler tHe ROPE SLIDE ESPECIALLY WHILE A LOAD IS BEING SUSPENDED 3 Slowly payout the main rope push it towards the winch if necessary this may occur if you have four wraps of rope on the drum and a light load while keeping the rope grabbing system slightly open figure 2 no 3 4 Let the rope grabbing system rope go this will re engage the system so you can let go the main rope and grab it further figure 2 no 4 5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 until the load is at desired position or completely lowered 6 Let the rope grabbing system rope go this will re engage the system if needed 7 If needed stop the engine with the on off switch igure 1 3 5 1 2 Sending the rope back down While lifting objects you may want to send the rope back down Since there is no reverse on the winch and friction is in cause simply disengage the rope grabbing system remove the rope from the capstan drum to eliminate friction and let the rope back down If the rope does not come down you may have to attach a small rope to it prior to lifting in order to pull it back down 3 6 1 Pulling a load To pull a load follow the steps found in section 3 4 However when pulling a load on the ground that does not risk falling or rolling back you may want
16. Minimum diameter 12 mm 1 2 o Maximum diameter 13 mm 1 2 Dimensions overall 48 cm 19 wide x 36 cm 14 high x 38 cm 15 deep Warranty 1 year 5 5 Periodical tests Some local regulations require that equipment used for lifting be tested regularly Check with local authorities and contact your authorized dealer for Portable Winch Co for testing procedures 22 5 6 CE Declaration of conformity DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PORTABLE WINCH CO of 1170 Thomas Tremblay St Sherbrooke QC J1G 5G5 CANADA Tel 1 819 563 2193 www portablewinch com Declare that the product Portable Electric Capstan Winch Model PCT1800 50Hz P and PCT 60Hz P Serial numbers 1001 and higher For intended purpose Pulling objects at angles all the way to vertically In accordance with the following Directives of Machinerie 2006 42 CE and the directive below 2004 108 Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2006 95 CE Low tension Directive 2000 14 CE Environmental Noise Directive Mr Gerold Vonblon Landstrase 28 A6714 Nuziders Is authorised to compile the technical files I hereby declare that the equipment above has been designed to comply with the relevant sections of the above referenced specifications The unit complies with all essential requirements of the directives Signed by Name Pierre Roy p Position Managing Director RTABLE Done at Sherbrooke QC Canada WINCH On May 11th 2011 23 5 7
17. NS PAYING SPECIAL ATTENTION IN ORDER TO PREVENT THE SLING FROM SLIPPING OVER IT WARNING wc sure ANCHOR POINT IS STRONG ENOUGH RESIST THE PULL WITHOUT BREAKING OR BEING DAMAGED FIGURE 2 Position the winch in line with the load When the winch is under tension it will try to align itself with the load The friction of the sling against the anchor point could prevent correct alignment If that is the case release the tension on the rope and position the sling on the anchor point so that the tension is equally distributed on both winch anchor hooks CAUTION DON T DO THIS WHEN YOU ANCHOR THE WINCH MAKE SURE THAT YOU DO NOT DO A COMPLETE WRAP AROUND THE ANCHOR POINT FIGURE 2 ON PREVIOUS PAGE THIS SET UP WILL PREVENT PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE WINCH WITH THE LOAD AND WILL PUT UNEVEN TENSION ON THE WINCH ANCHOR HOOKS 3 3 2 With the winch support plate PCA 1268 3 3 2 1 With square tubing 50 mm 2 PCA 1267 1 Slide the square tubing into the vehicle s receiver and secure it with both the bent pin and the R pin figure 1 2 Attach the winch anchor hooks to the eye bolts figure 2 3 Wrap the rope around the drum and start winching The winch will align itself automatically with the load Figure 1 Figure2 CAUTION make sure THE ANCHORING VEHICLE S HAND BRAKE IS ON AND WORKING PROPE
18. RLY POSITION BLOCKS BEHIND THE WHEELS TO PREVENT ROLL BACK 3 3 2 2 With the Heck Pack for 50 mm towing ball PCA 1266 and adaptor PCA 1265 1 Insert the Heck Pack on the ball and fasten it down with the lever figure 1 1 2 Slide the support plate onto the bolted adaptor and fasten it down with the bent pin and R pin figure 1 no 2 3 Attach the winch anchor hooks to the eye bolts as listed in section 3 3 2 1 4 Wrap the rope around the drum and start winching The winch will align itself automatically with the load Figure 1 3 3 3 With the tree pole mount with anchor strap PCA 1263 To use this system with the winch support plate PCA 1268 or the vertical pull winch support PCA 1264 you must first install the tree pole mount To do this follow the steps below 1 Place the tree pole mount at the base of the tree or pole Insert the sling s hook into the anchor point on the left figure 1 no 1 then feed the sling s end through the ratchet system figure 1 no 2 2 Slide the whole set up upward to the desired height figure 2 3 Tighten the sling with the wrench supplied figure 3 while making sure the rubber pads are properly positioned The pads should offer maximum contact surface with the tree or pole 3 3 3 1 With the winch support plate PCA 1268 NOTE The winch shown in the following pictures is not the Portable Electric Capstan Winch but
19. ST BE UNDERTENSION WHEN THE LOAD BEGINS TO MOVE WARNING DO NOT PULL A SUSPENDED LOAD SIDEWAYS WARNING ONLY USE THE 12 13 MM 1 2 DOUBLE BRAIDED POLYESTER ROPE PROVIDED BY PORTABLE WINCH Co WARNING ALWAYS USE THE WINCH HORIZONTALLY BY USING A PULLEY OR A VERTICAL PULL SUPPORT TO REDIRECT THE ROPE VERTICALLY WARNING FOR ANY INSTALLATION THE TOTAL RESISTANCE IS DETERMINED BY THE WEAKEST FOR LIFTING IT IS LINK IT IS THEREFORE IMPORTANT TO USE THE RIGHT ACCESSORIES BASED ON THE WORK TO BE DONE OMMENDED TO HAVE A SAFETY FACTOR OF 10 1 FOR ALL ACCESSORIES DANGER IT IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN TO LIFT LOADS WITH A WEIGHT SUPERIOR TO THE RATED PULLING CAPACITY TO LIFT LOADS THAT PREVENT THE OPERATOR FROM SEEING OR THAT MAY COME INTO COLLISION WITH OTHER MOVING LOADS OR ADJACENT FIXED STRUCTURES USE THE WINCH TO LIFT PEOPLE ALLOW PEOPLE TO PASS UNDER A SUSPENDED LOAD LOADS POORLY ALIGNED LEAVE SUSPENDED LOADS UNATTENDED ALLOW OTHER PEOPLE TO USE THE WINCH 2 0 Before st use 2 1 Upon receiving the winch Inspect the box to detect any apparent damage If there is damage or missing parts inform the carrier immediately 2 2 Capstan drum Your Portable Electric Capstan Winch is equipped with a 85 mm 3 3 8 diameter capstan drum and a 127 mm 4 5 8 safety lip If you wish to use the 57 mm 2 1 4 diameter capstan drum
20. dry place 5 0 Complementary information 5 1 Accessories A complete line of accessories is available We invite you to visit our web site regularly at www portablewinch com for updates and new products 5 2 Warranty The winch and accessories from Portable Winch Co are guaranteed for one 1 year against manufacturer defects under normal conditions and this from the date of invoice This warranty does not cover electrical components or rope Portable Winch Co will replace or repair at its option all defective products If you have a defective product please contact us or your retailer and we will take care of it immediately All warrantied or non warrantied services must be done by an authorized Portable Winch Co dealer 5 3 Serial number localizati The winch serial number is indicated on the safety warning label located on the right side of the winch housing and also engraved on the cover of the winch to the left of the capstan drum figure 1 21 5 4 Technical data AC Electric Motor 230 VAC 50 Hz 1 ph 3 4 hp Gear box Aluminum alloy gear ratio 110 1 Capstan drum 85 mm 3 3 8 Maximum pulling force 820 kg 1800 Ib Rated pulling force 455 kg 1000 Ib Lifting capacity 250 kg 550 Ib Speed 10 5 m min 35 ft min Unit weight 27 kg 60 Ib Duty cycle 2596 15 min per hour is recommended Rope Unlimited rope length double braided polyester not included o
21. er you or others Every safety message is preceded by a warning symbol and one of the following terms DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These indicator words mean DANGER You WILL MORTALLY on SEVERELY INJURED IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING You COULD BE MORTALLY oR SEVERELY INJURED IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION You COULD 86 INJURED IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 Labels The warning label is positioned on the right side of the winch housing LOW STRECH ROPE CORDE A IBLE MIN BREAKING FORCE 2300 K LIRE MANUEL READ MANUAL PORTABLE WINCH CO 1 888 388 PULL 7855 www portablewinch com 1170 Thomas Tremblay Modelo Modal ips No de s rie deinde Cg T1800 ti 0000 116 505 CANADA Lele en Ann e tetabrication Tel 1 819 563 2193 Tena cere 12 mimin Year manufactured 2011 1 Read carefully this manual and the Baldor Electric motor pamphlet prior to using the winch 2 Only use low stretch rope a Minimum diameter 12 mm 1 2 b Maximum diameter 13 mm 1 2 3 Never place your hands near the drum when in use 4 Never use the winch to lift people DANGER UTILISER SEULEMENT USE ONLY CORDE PORTABLE WINCH ROPE FAIBLE LASTICIT LOW STRETCH FORCE RUPTURE MIN MIN BREAKING FORCE DIAM TRE MIN MAX MIN MAX DIAMETER 12 mm lt is IMPERATIVE to use ONLY Portable Winch Co double braided
22. g charts When lifting you should evaluate the approximate weight of the load to assess the minimum number of turns of rope required on the drum to lift it You will find below two charts according to the diameter of the capstan drum used on your winch These charts are used to determine the number of turns of rope needed to raise and lower a load The friction on the drum increases with the number of turns of rope and the weight of the load Too many turns can prevent the lowering of a load 85 mm 3 3 8 Drum included with the winch Number of Weight turns on a 85 mm 3 3 8 Kilograms Pounds drum From To From To 1 WARNING Never only make one turn WARNING 2 1kg 80 kg 2 110 Ib 3 81 kg 170 kg 111 Ib 374 Ib 4 171 kg 250 kg 375 Ib 550 Ib 57 mm 2 1 4 Drum sold separately Number of Weight turns ona 57 mm 2 1 4 Kilograms Pounds drum From To From To 1 WARNING Never only make one turn WARNING 2 1kg 80 kg 2 175 Ib 3 81 kg 170 kg 176 Ib 375 Ib 4 171 kg 450 kg 376 Ib 1000 Ib WARNING YOUR PORTABLE ELECTRIC CAPSTAN WINCH IS EQUIPPED WITH A ROPE GRABBING SYSTEM THE SYSTEM IS NOT DESIGNED TO STOP A LOAD THAT IS LOWERING AT GREAT SPEEDS DAMAGES MAY OCCUR TO THE ROPE AND OR THE GRABBING SYSTEM IF THE SYSTEM IS STRAINED THIS CAN ALSO LEAD TO CATASTROPHIC FAILURE
23. g system that can hold a load in position and will restart under tension A DANGER RAPIDLY LOWERING LOAD WILL NOT BE RESTRAINED BY THE ROPE BLOCKING SYSTEM WARNING rc use oF PULLING DEVICE IMPLIES SERIOUS INJURY OR EVEN DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE DO NOT UNDER ESTIMATE THE POTENTIAL DANGER CAUTION MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE FAILURE OF THE REQUIREMENTS CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT AND THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY REGULATIONS In particular the USER has the obligation to verify a If the electrical plug is equipped with a ground compatible with the connector b If the electrical system is adequate The execution of safety measures for the prevention of falls WARNING never surpass THE RATED PULLING FORCE PULLING 455 KG 1000 LB SINGLE LINE LIFTING 250 KG 555 LB SINGLE LINE WARNING DO NOT USE THE WINCH WITHOUT USING THE ROPE BLOCKING SYSTEM WARNING wino must NOT RECEIVE ANY BACKLASHES WARNING never use THE WINCH WITHOUT PROPER TRAINING AND SUPERVISION REMEMBER THAT THE FIRST CAUSE OF AN ACCIDENT Is HUMAN ERROR BE SURE THAT ALL OPERATORS HAVE THE NECESSARY TRAINING 1 1 Safety messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important You will find important safety messages in this manual Read them carefully These security messages are warning you of potential injuries to eith
24. ord can cause a loss of power at full capacity As listed on the product label make sure the voltage and current type are respected Units 115V 60hz require 20 amps while the units 220V 50hz require 10 amps IMPORTANT NOTE You must release the tension to the rope before restarting to pull Do not start under tension 3 1 Working cycle This winch is designed for intermittent use The engine manufacturer recommends an engine duty cycle of 25 So to get a maximum lifetime out of the engine it should only be used for fifteen 15 minutes period every hour This data varies depending on the loads pulled or lifted Light loads can be lifted or pulled continuously without affecting the life of the engine 3 2 Rope 3 2 1 Rope type Only use a low stretch double braided polyester rope with a diameter of 12 13 mm 1 2 and a minimum breaking strength of 3150 kg 6945 Ib with this winch Please contact us for other rope types suitability WARNING Do NOT USE 3 STRAND POLYPROPYLENE YELLOW ROPE Polypropylene and polyethylene ropes are dangerous for winching because of their great elasticity and low melt point Make sure the rope is not damaged and that it offers an adequate resistance to pull the load WARNING STRETCH EQUALS DANGER stretched rope can recoil and bring your hand or body towards the winch causing severe injuries e stretched rope can also move the load in an unpredictable or dangerous way e All ropes
25. polyester rope 12 13 mm 1 2 diameter with a minimal breaking strength of 3150 kg 6945 Ib The nameplate of the motor is riveted directly on the engine 1 3 Safety infomation WARNING po LET CHILDREN USE THE PORTABLE ELECTRIC CAPSTAN WINCH KEEP CHILDREN AND ANIMALS AWAY FROM THE WORK AREA WARNING neven SOMEONE WITHOUT TRAINING USE THE PORTABLE ELECTRIC CAPSTAN WINCH MAKE SURE THE USER KNOWS ABOUT THE SAFETY AND USAGE PROCEDURES AND HAS READ THIS MANUAL AND THE BALDOR ENGINE USER MANUAL WARNING INFORM ALL USERS OF THE SAFETY GUIDELINES AND USAGE PROCEDURES Qv WARNING FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE PRODUCT AND THE SAFETY GUIDELINES BEFORE WORKING WITH THE VII INCH WARNING MAKE SURE THAT YOUR CLOTHES ARE NOT GOING TO GET CAUGHT INTO THE WINCHES MOBILE PARTS CAUTION REPLACE ANY SAFETY LABELS THAT ARE DAMAGED ILLEGIBLE OR MISSING WARNING NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS ON THE CAPSTAN DRUM THE ROPE GRABBING SYSTEM THE ROPE GUIDE OR TI HE FRONT PULLEY WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING WARNING ALWAYS KEEP BYSTANDERS OUTSIDE THE WORKING AREA DANGER NEVER PULL ROLLING OBJECTS THAT MIGHT ROLL OUT OF YOUR CONTROL WARNING NEVER PULL FIXED OR BLOCKED LOADS WARNING AVOID SHORT PULSES TO THE MOTOR ALWAYS BEGIN MOVEMENT OF THE LOAD WITH THE SLOWEST SPEED THE ROPE MU
26. weather or ground water When the electric winch is running make sure it is free of obstructions Periodic inspections must be made for damage or cuts to the various components which may require replacement 4 1 Cleaning Once your job is done you should clean and dry your winch CAUTION inspect WINCH HOOKS ROPE KNOTS AND ANY OTHER COMPONENTS TO DETECT ANY DAMAGE OR SIGNS OF WEAR Periodically remove and clean the drum near the shaft Figure 1 above because debris can damage the seal Coat the shaft with a little oil to prevent corrosion 4 2 Lubrication The front pulley figure 1 no 1 must turn freely Lubricate it regularly with light oil Dirt and grime lodged between the pulley and the shaft may prevent it from turning freely If required disassemble it to clean the shaft Use an 8 mm hex key The gearbox is lubricated at the factory and SHOULD not require additional lubrication or maintenance If there is appearance of a leak check oil level by placing the winch on a level surface and remove the oil plug figure 1 no 2 Use an 8 mm hex key Lean it toward you some oil should leak out of the hole If needed you can add type SAE80W9OEP gear box oil 20 4 3 AC Electric Engine Follow the instructions found in the fact sheet of the Baldor electric engine to maintain it properly 4 4 Storage Always store your Portable Electric Capstan Winch in a horizontal position and a
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