General Machine Products 70601 Adams CD Lite Winch - Manual (Page 5)

to the curb side of the vehicle and is mounted on the winch drum shaft by means of a coupling secured
by self-locking nuts. Designed with the conventional bayonet type of connection, it is suitable for driv-
ing a reel or capstan. To mount a device onto the shaft extension, slide the device spindle over the shaft
extension, push all the way in, turn counter clockwise and pull out into the locked position.
The drum shaft extension projects from the right side of the winch only, the required shaft length is de-
termined by the width of the body.
The maximum allowable pull on the drum shaft extension for a typical 94 in. (2.38m) wide truck body is
2000 pounds (8.9 kN) using a standard 7 in. (18 cm) diameter capstan (GMP P/N 10727). Allowable
pulls will be less when using a larger diameter pulling surface.
For additional versatility, the drum shaft extension can be an ideal means to drive the P/N 15472 Torque
Limiting Capstan to place fiber optic or coaxial cable. A wide range of capstans and reels are available
from GMP.
2. PRECAUTIONS
2.01 Observe the following precautions when operating the winch:
CAUTION! THE WINCH WAS NOT DESIGNED FOR, NOR INTENDED TO BE USED FOR THE
MOVEMENT OF PEOPLE.
CAUTION! THE DRAG BRAKE IS USED TO CONTROL THE DRUM SPEED ONLY. IT IS NEVER
TO BE USED TO HOLD THE LOAD.
CAUTION! SHIFTING OF THE CLUTCH SHOULD ONLY BE DONE WHEN THE DRUM ROTA-
TION HAS STOPPED.
As required by OSHA, it is imperative, and the responsibility of the employer, to properly instruct the
winch operator and the crew relative to the safe working capabilities and operational limitations of the
winch, its accessories and especially the winch controls. The operator should never leave his position at
the controls while the winch is in operation or the winch line is under load.
Maintain complete coordination with other members of the crew, giving clear instruction by hand signal
or radio communication.
Stand clear of loads suspended by the winch line. Do not stand inside of angles formed by the winch
line. As much as possible, do not stand where there is the danger of being struck by the wire rope if it
should fail or snag. Never place hands on a moving winch line. Always stand clear of moving winch
line. When working around the winch, wire rope and the tail sheave, do not wear loose fitting clothing
that may become entangled with moving parts and cause possible serious injury.
Operate the winch as smoothly as possible. Sudden jerking pulls can place extreme loads on equipment,
causing damage or injury. Make certain that the wire rope is properly attached to the drum and that no
less than one half of the first lay remains on the drum at all times. Make certain that the eye at the end
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