Bloom Manufacturing LS16K Series - Manual (Page 8)

Never use larger or smaller cable on your winch than is recommended for it. The use of larger cable will not allow you to
pull larger loads and may, in fact, break easier than the proper size cable. The use of smaller cable may overheat the
winch due to the increased running time with more cable.
(b) The Importance of a Proper Fleet Angle:
Maintaining the proper fleet angle is important to the success of your winching operation, the life of your winch and the
life of the cable you are using. The fleet angle can best be described by the following diagram:
The fleet angle should be kept as small as possible to ensure proper spooling and to maximize cable and winch life. To
promote even cable spooling, keep the fleet angle below three degrees. Never pull directly against the flange of the
winch cable drum as this may cause the cable or the winch to break. Adherence to these instructions will ensure better
spooling.
(c) Wire Rope Anchor & Wrapping:
Prepare the end of the wire rope as recommended by the wire rope manufacturer. Pass the free end of the wire rope
through the small opening of the cable drum anchor pocket. Lock the cable into the drum by tightening the cable anchor
set screw.
Centerline
PROPER FLEET
ANGLE
Centerline
Fleet Angle
3 Deg. Max.
LOAD
Cable
PROPER WRAPPING
OF WIRE ROPE
Cable Anchor
Set Screw
Cable
Drum
Direction To Raise Load
(d) Automatic Safety Brake:
Some Bloom winches are equipped with an automatic hydraulic brakes to hold suspended loads. If your winch is not
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Drum will turn counter clockwise
to spool cable onto drum
equipped with one, it is intended for pulling loads only. If you wish to lift and suspend loads with your winch, it can be
retrofitted with a brake. Please consult the factory for details. The safety brake is an important feature of your winch and
must be maintained properly. There are two types of brakes used on Bloom winches:
Adjustable Automatic Safety Brake (Drag)
An oil cooled automatic safety brake disengages when a load is lifted and automatically engages when power is
removed or the load is lowered.
Automatic Hydraulic Fail-Safe Brake (Spring applied hydraulic release)
Spring applied hydraulic release brake automatically holds load when hydraulic pressure is released. Double counter
balance valve adds additional load holding capability by locking hydraulic oil in motor.
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