General Machine Products 70601 Adams CD Lite Winch - Manual (Page 18)

Engage the hydraulic pump drive and allow the oil to circulate and warm up for a few minutes before
operating the winch. This is particularly important during extremely cold weather.
Check operation of the drag brake.
Check the body load area in a triangular section between the tail shelf sheave and both drum flanges for
obstructions that could restrict the travel of the winch line or level wind.
IMPORTANT! BEFORE THE WINCH IS ACTUATED, THE FULL LOAD BRAKE MUST BE BLED.
See Section 3.05, INSTALLATION.
Make sure the full load brake and drag brake have been bled to assure positive activation of the brakes.
See Section 3 for procedures.
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The following procedures must be observed to assure safe and efficient winch operation:
Refer to operating manual for the vehicle for specific operational instructions on the hydraulic system.
Check the body load area to make certain there are no tools or equipment to restrict winch line travel or
level wind movement.
Check the lay of the winch line on the drum and check for uneven build-up of the winch line.
Check to be certain that the winch clutch is fully engaged, as described in Section 2, PRECAUTIONS.
With rotation stopped, place the winch clutch control switch in the desired position for either paying
out or winding in.
Operate the directional control valve to achieve the desired direction of drum rotation.
Pull the load steadily and evenly.
To stop the winch, release the directional control valve lever.
When free spool is required, stop the drum rotation and disengage the clutch by moving the control
switch to the free-spool position.
To control the drum speed in free spool:
Use the caliper brake actuator lever and apply pressure according to the amount of braking required to
keep the drum from over-spooling.
CAUTION! THE DRAG BRAKE IS USED TO CONTROL THE DRUM SPEED ONLY. IT IS NEVER
TO BE USED TO HOLD THE LOAD.
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