Bloom Manufacturing LS20W Series - Manual (Page 8)

Centerline
LOAD
PROPER FLEET
ANGLE
Fleet Angle
3 Deg. Max.
Cable
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 prior diagram:
and the life of the cable you are using. The fleet angle can best be described by the prior 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 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.
Direction To Raise Load
Cable
Cable Anchor
PROPER WRAPPING
OF WIRE ROPE
Drum
Cable Anchor
Set Screw
Drum will turn counter clockwise
to spool cable onto drum
(d) Automatic Safety Brake:
Some Bloom winches are equipped with an automatic hydraulic brakes to hold suspended loads. If your winch is not
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
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and must be maintained properly.
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.