Manufacturer's Recommended Use - Prinoth BISON Operating And Maintenance Manual

Operating and Maintenance Manual
It is strictly forbidden to use the AUTOMATIC winch for towing people.
When using the AUTOMATIC winch, the ski slope being prepared must be cordoned off. The
danger zones D + E must also be cordoned off.
AUTOMATIC winch" (p. 206)
Persons are not permitted to linger within the hazard area around the snow groomer or within the
swivel range around the anchoring point.
If anyone is present within the operating area of the snow groomer, all work must be stopped im-
mediately.
Never drive under tensioned cables, ski-lifts or lift systems with the AUTOMATIC winch.
When unwinding or rewinding the cable manually, the cable must always be gripped on the an-
choring hook. Never touch the cable with bare hands; always wear protective gloves!
Safety equipment intended for accident prevention (such as alarm systems, electronic circuit
boards, hydraulic valves) must be serviced on a regular basis and checked for functional reliabili-
ty by trained personnel.
15.3.2

Manufacturer's recommended use

The AUTOMATIC winch is intended to increase the traction of the snow groomer when ascending or
descending steep slopes. The improved traction effected by the rope winch increases the amount of
snow that can be transported by the snow groomer. It is designed as an aid for preparing ski slopes in
extremely steep and difficult terrain.
The anchoring points should preferably be made of reinforced concrete or metal bars. The route to be
followed by the snow groomer with mounted AUTOMATIC winch must be taken into account when
planning the anchoring points for the cable. The cable must be secured to a non-rotating anchoring
point.
The AUTOMATIC winch was designed and built for outdoor operation in mountain ranges.
■ Temperature range: -35 °C (-31 °F)...+25 °C (+77 °F)
■ Max. air humidity: 90% (without condensation)
■ Max. altitude above sea level: 4000 m (13123 ft)
Use for any other purposes requires written approval from the manufacturer.
The AUTOMATIC winch represents the state of the art in technology and its construction meets EU
safety regulations.
The AUTOMATIC winch can present a danger to operating personnel and to others; it can be dam-
aged if used incorrectly by personnel who do not have the appropriate training.
Proper use also includes observing the manufacturer's operating and maintenance instructions. Con-
sequently, the AUTOMATIC winch may only be operated when in perfect working order and in compli-
ance with these operating instructions. Malfunctions must be resolved immediately when they occur in
order not to put operational safety at risk. If unauthorised modifications are made to the equipment as
supplied, the manufacturer will not be liable for any subsequent damage.
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➽ See "Description of danger zones during use of the
15 - AUTOMATIC Winch
Snow groomer BISON
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