General Machine Products 70202 Universal Swivel Sheave 25000 lb - Manual (Page 3)

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Never load the UV-25 Swivel Sheave or the wire rope
beyond their rated capacity.
The Model UV-25 Swivel Sheave should not be used
when the required rope diameter exceeds 9/16 in.
(14mm).
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. To prevent entangle-
ment in moving parts and possible serious injury, do not
wear loose-fitting clothing when working around the
swivel sheave, wire rope and winch.
Wire rope (winch line) passing through the swivel
sheave may be old, damaged or weakened by such de-
fects as kinks, cuts, extreme bends or loops. Such condi-
tions are potentially dangerous and detrimental to safely
operating the sheave. The wire rope must be routinely
inspected at regular intervals and replaced when worn.
Make certain that the eye at the end of the winch line is
properly spliced or swaged.
It is imperative, and the responsibility of the operating
company, that the crew be properly instructed about the
safe working capabilities and operational limitations of
the sheave, the winch and especially the winch controls.
The operator should never leave his position at the con-
trols while the winch line is under load.