Summary Introduction – p. 3 1.0 Safety guidelines – p. 3 1.1 Safety messages – p. 3 1.2 Label – p. 3 1.3 Safety information – p. 4 2.0 Before first use – p. 5 2.1 Upon receiving the winch – p. 5 2.2 Is the engine ready to work? –...
Read it carefully before using the winch. For any problems or questions you may have, please refer to an authorized Portable Winch Co. dealer or contact us directly. 1.0 Safety guidelines...
Do not let children use the Portable Winch . Keep children and animals away from the work area. Never let someone without training use the Portable Winch . Make sure the user knows about the safety and usage procedures and has read this manual and the Honda engine user manual.
Check the oil level on a horizontal surface. The oil level should be up to the edge of the opening. 2.2.2 Gas Fill the gas tank with unleaded fuel. Do not use oil/fuel mixture; your Portable Winch equipped with a 4-stroke engine. Refer to page 7 of the Honda engine user manual.
2.2.4 Capstan drum Your Portable Winch is equipped with a standard 57 mm (2-1/4") diameter capstan drum. If you are using the optional 85 mm (3-3/8") drum (PCA-1100 (not included)), follow these simple installation steps (figures 1, 2, 3 and 4 can be found on the next page).
2.2.5 Spark arrestor In certain areas, it is forbidden to use a gas engine without a spark arrestor. Check local regulations. An optional spark arrestor is available from Portable Winch Co. and Honda Power Products dealers. Installation: 1) Insert the spark arrestor into the exhaust tube.
3.0 Winch usage Most winching situations present POTENTIAL DANGERS! 3.1 Rope Stay out of the winch line’s path. 3.1.1 Rope type Use only low stretch rope. We recommend using double-braided polyester rope with a minimum diameter of 10 mm (3/8''). Maximum rope diameter is 16 mm (5/8"). For most situations, we recommend using 12 or 13 mm (1/2’’) DBP rope.
3.2 At the end of the rope 3.2.1 Recommended knots You have to attach the load to the end of the rope. Even if a simple knot can do the job, we recommend the installation of a hook with the bowline knot (figure 1 on the right) because it can be easily undone if you need to change the hook.
3.2.2 Recommended hooks If you usually pull with a choker chain, use a grab hook (figure 1) or grab hook with latch (figure If you usually pull a sling or a ring, use a safety hook with latch (figure 3). 3.3 Winch anchor OPTION 1: In most cases, the winch is anchored to a fixed point using the polyester sling or with optional anchoring devices and the rope end is tied to the object you want to move.
3.3.1 Using a polyester sling (included with the winch) Go around the anchor point with the sling. Insert each end of the sling in one of the safety hooks located on the winch (figure 1). Avoid installing the sling on sharp edges that might damage it. Whether you are using a post, a tree or a stump, always install the sling near the anchor’s base (figure 1).
4) Wrap the rope around the drum and start winching (figure 3). NOTE: Do not leave the winch on the hitch with the engine running; the resting position will cause the Oil Alert device to turn the Honda engine off (see section 3.4). Use the hitch plate only with Category II ball hitch (1500 kg –...
After pulling for a few seconds with the tree/pole mount, release the tension off the Portable Winch . Check the solidity of the installation and tighten the sling again.
ignition when the winch is operating at an angle greater than 20 degrees (± 4 degrees). Make sure that your set-up keeps the winch at a relatively horizontal level while winching and idling. 3.5 Rope installation Using common sense while installing the rope is the key to a secure winch usage.
3.6.1 Wrapping the rope on the capstan drum NEVER put your HANDS on the CAPSTAN DRUM or the ROPE GUIDE when the ENGINE is RUNNING. 1) Start the engine and let it idle for 30 seconds to warm-up; 2) Run the rope over the small pulley and under the drum (figure 1); 3) Wrap the rope around the drum (3 turns) (figure 2);...
3.6.2.2 To ‘’rock’’ the load: Pull the rope until the engine comes close to stalling and release the tension. Pull again on the rope to put tension and repeat as needed. Be careful with this method since it generates heat and can wear the rope quickly.
3.6.2.6 If you must keep tension on the rope at start-up: You can install a rope grab device or a Prussik knot attached to your anchor point in order to keep tension on the rope. 3.6.2.7 If your rope is too short: You will have to link two ropes together.
Honda engine user manual. .4 Storage lways store your Portable Winch in a vertical position. Refer to the Honda engine user manual for engine storage instructions. .5 Spark arrestor...
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION NUMBER PCA-1100 Optional capstan drum (85 mm (3-3/8'') diameter) PCA-1215 Double-braided polyester rope - 3300 kg MBS (7200 lb) - 13 mm x 45,75 m (1/2'' x 150') PCA-1213 Double-braided polyester rope - 3300 kg MBS (7200 lb) - 13 mm x 91,5 m (1/2'' x 300') PCA-1216 Double-braided polyester rope - 3300 kg MBS (7200 lb) - 13 mm x 183 m (1/2'' x 600') PCA-1200...
Hang on to your proof of purchase (invoice with serial number). It will be used to establish the beginning of the warranty period. Portable Winch Co. will replace or repair, at its option, any defective product. All other Portable Winch accessories are covered by a complete one (1) year warranty.
5.4 CE Declaration of conformity DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PORTABLE WINCH CO. 2877, King Street East Sherbrooke, QC J1G 5J1 CANADA Tel: +1 819 563-2193 www.portablewinch.com Declare that the product Portable Capstan Winch Model PCW5000 For intended purpose Pulling non-rolling objects at angles +45º from...
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