General Machine Products 70530 Adams WG Winch - Manual (Page 5)

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The drum shaft extension projects from the curb side (right) of the winch only. The required shaft length
is determined by the width of the body.
The maximum allowable pull of the standard drum shaft extension is 1,000 pounds (4,7 kN) using a
standard 7 in. (18 cm) diameter capstan (GMP P/N 10727). Allowable pulls will be less when using a
larger diameter accessory and/or using a longer drum shaft extension.
2.00 IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS
2.01
You must read, understand and observe the following precautions at all times when oper-
ating the winch:
CAUTION -THE WINCH WAS NOT DESIGNED FOR, NOR INTENDED TO BE USED FOR
THE MOVEMENT OF PEOPLE. NEVER USE THE WINCH FOR MOVING PEOPLE.
CAUTION -THE DRAG BRAKE IS USED TO CONTROL THE DRUM SPEED IN FREE SPOOL
ONLY. IT IS NEVER TO BE USED TO HOLD THE LOAD.
CAUTION - SHIFTING OF THE CLUTCH SHOULD ONLY BE DONE WHEN THE DRUM RO-
TATION HAS STOPPED AND NO TENSION IS ON THE WIRE ROPE.
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 posi-
tion 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 them clear instructions by hand
signal or reliable 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.
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 of the winch line is properly spliced or swaged.
Precautions continue on next page