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1. gt S T S IS NOT INTENDED FOR FIN WARNING NEVER USE THE PORTABLE CAPSTAN WINCH TO LIFT PEOPLE A CAUTION WE RECOMMEND WEARING HEARING PROTECTION gt e pea O IO la ISI 2 28 ss q G OG 9 c A 3 a 2 2 ol 5 fal 3 Z O amp gt Zz gt lt U m gt D Q L O lt m o DO NOT TOUCH THE CAPSTAN DRUM IMMEDIATELY AFTER OPERATION AS IT WILL GET HOT AND BURN BARE SKIN 2 0 Before first use 2 1 Upon receiving the winch Inspect the box to detect any apparent damage If there is damage or missing parts inform the carrier immediately 2 Is the engine ready to work 2 1 Engine oil Fill the Honda engine with a maximum of 0 25 liter of SAE 10W 30 API SJ oil For special usage or conditions such as extreme weather refer to page 7 of 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 5 m WINCH 2 2 2 Gas Fill the gas tank with unleaded fuel Do not use oil fuel mixture your Portable Capstan Winch is equipped with a 4 stroke engine Refer to page 7 of the Honda engine user manual 2 2 3 Engine start up Refer to page 3 of the Honda engine user manual for start up instructions The engine on off switch is located on the winch housing to the left of the handle figure 1 to the right Make sure to pull on the recoil starter in the axis of the rope outlet figure 1 below2. 6 Wrap the rope around the drum and start winching The winch will align itself automatically with the load figure 6 ta CU h E l a iP a S d i f a J H p t ZN 7 fun ay c 3 ia d gt 4 fis 2 4 a a s es i j M A an gt s hata A x 41 v e LT fi l Ay 4 j At ney ar kal 3 Q f a K p l AQ l e Z Z i N Figure 5 ay ae k Figure 6 Bay SORE N 4 EE NA FISA A CAUTION IF YOU NEED TO PULL DOWNWARD YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL EITHER A PULLEY OR A ROLLER TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE WINCH SUPPORT PLATE A WARNING AFTER PULLING FOR A FEW SECONDS WITH THE TREE POLE MOUNT RELEASE THE TENSION OFF THE PORTABLE CAPSTAN WINCH CHECK THE SOLIDITY OF THE INSTALLATION AND TIGHTEN THE SLING AGAIN 3 4 Oil Alert system The GX 50 Honda engine is equipped with an Oil Alert system that automatically turns off the ignition when the oil level goes below a safe level The Oil Alert system also turns off the 13 TORTABLE WINCH 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 A WARNING USING COMMON SENSE WHILE INSTALLING THE ROPE IS THE KEY TO A SECURE WINCH USAGE The great variety of situations encountered when winching prevents us from providing specific instructions howev
3. 1 Slide the square tubing into the vehicle s receiver and secure it with both the hitch pin and the R pin figure 1 no 1 2 Adjust the desired lateral movement by positioning the bolts into the holes figure 2 no 1 3 Attach the winch anchor hooks to the eye bolts figure 2 no 2 4 Wrap the rope around the drum and start winching The winch will align itself automatically with the load A CAUTION IF YOU NEED TO PULL DOWNWARD YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL EITHER A PULLEY OR A ROLLER TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE WINCH SUPPORT PLATE A CAUTION MAKE SURE THE ANCHORING VEHICLE S HAND BRAKE IS ON AND WORKING PROPERLY POSITION BLOCKS BEHIND THE WHEELS TO PREVENT ROLL BACK Figure 2 12 M WINCH 3 3 4 Using the tree pole mount with anchor strap PCA 1263 sold separately 1 Place the tree pole mount at the base of the tree or pole Insert the sling s hook into the anchor point on the left figure 1 no 1 then feed the sling s end through the ratchet system figure 1 no 2 Slide the whole set up upward to the desired height figure 2 3 Tighten the sling with the wrench supplied figure 3 while making sure the rubber pads are properly positioned The pads should offer maximum contact surface with the tree or pole 4 Install the receiver hitch without the square tubing and fasten it with the hitch pin and R pin figure 4 Attach the winch anchor hooks to the eye bolts figure 5
4. If you pull vertically figure 2 the friction of the rope on the plastic cover might damage the rope and or the cover First use Let the engine run five 5 minutes at idle before first pull wore Figure 1 2 2 4 Capstan drum Your Portable Capstan 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 sold separately follow these simple installation steps figures 1 2 3 4 amp 5 can be found on the next page All bolts require a 4 mm 5 32 hex wrench included with your winch manual 1 Remove the rope guide figure 1 2 Remove the bolt located at the end of the drum shaft figure 2 3 Remove the drum from the shaft figure 3 If necessary you may push it forward with two screwdrivers 4 Replace it with the optional drum figure 4 Make sure that the shaft key stays in place Install bolt and washer Install the rope guide included with the optional drum using the two 2 bolts SS wm 2 PORTABLE WINCH Figure 2 TONADE VICH 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 or Honda Power Products dealers Installation 1 Insert the spark arrestor into the exhaust tube
5. Make sure the holes are aligned figure 1 to the right 2 Fasten lightly the metal screw provided with the appropriate screwdriver figure 2 to the right Refer to page 10 of the Honda engine user manual for the spark arrestor cleaning instructions e Portable Winch part number PCA 1151 e Honda part number 350 2M7 801 AN Figure 2 ga rORTABL E WINCH 3 0 Winch usage A WARNING MOST WINGHING SITUATIONS PRESENT POTENTIAL DANGERSI 1 Rope A WARNING STAY OUT OF THE WINCH LINE S PATH 1 1 Rope tvpe oO 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 double braid polyester rope Please contact us for other rope types suitability A WARNING DO NOT USE 3 STRAND POLYPROPYLENE YELLOW ROPE A Polypropylene and polyethylene ropes are dangerous for winching because of their great elasticity and low melt point A Make sure the rope is not damaged and that it offers an adequate resistance to pull the load A WARNING STRETCH EQUALS DANGER A A stretched rope can recoil and cause serious burns as the rope leaves your hand A All ropes stretch a longer one more than a shorter one The more you pull the more it stretches A A stretched rope can also move the load in an unpredictable or dangerous way A A stretched rope can recoil and bring your h
6. the tension is equally distributed on both winch anchor hooks A CAUTION DON T DO THIS WHEN YOU ANCHOR THE WINCH MAKE SURE THAT YOU DO NOT DO A COMPLETE WRAP AROUND THE ANCHOR POINT FIGURE 2 THIS SET UP WILL PREVENT PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE WINCH WITH THE LOAD AND WILL PUT UNEVEN TENSION ON THE WINCH ANCHOR HOOKS 3 3 2 Using the hitch plate winch anchor PCA 1261 for tow balls up to 50 mm 2 diameter sold separately 1 Push the safety hooks in the rectangular openings of the hitch plate figure 1 next page The rubber plate must be under the winch 2 Start the winch engine 3 Slide the plate on the ball hitch and pull the winch forward figure 2 next page 11 PORTABLE WINCH 4 Wrap the rope around the drum and start winching figure 3 AS N EBS ji Ss X N e gO h 4 i f re i sil Figure 1 A i Figure 2 Bey Gas Figure 3 See A l PEE isa 4 MMA U akai Se A T Sige 3 Ti LOA 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 A CAUTION USE THE HITCH PLATE ONLY WITH CATEGORY II BALL HITCH 1500 KG 3300 LB OR HIGHER MAKE SURE THE ANCHORING VEHICLE S HAND BRAKE IS ON AND WORKING PROPERLY POSITION BLOCKS BEHIND THE WHEELS TO PREVENT ROLL BACK 3 3 3 Using the receiver hitch winch anchor PCA 1262 for 50 mm 2 square tubing sold separately
7. 3 METS 10X1 2 METAL SCREW 10x1 2 1 060 PCW5000 060 ROPE KEEPER 1 OPTIONAL CAPSTAN DRUM 85 mm 3 3 8 KIT WITH 1100 PCA 1100 SCREWS AND ROPE GUIDE 1 221 PCW5000 LBL GENERAL INFORMATION AND WARNING LABEL 1 222 LABEL2 DECIBEL WARNING LABEL 1 23 rORTABI E WINCH 5 6 Technical data Engine 4 stroke Honda GXH 50 cc Pulling force The winch provides the following pulling forces according to the drum diameter size e 57 mm 2 1 4 drum 1000 kg 2200 Ib e 85 mm 3 3 8 drum 635 kg 1400 Ib Speed The winch provides the following speeds according to the drum diameter size e 57 mm 2 1 4 drum 12 m min 40 min e 85 mm 3 3 8 drum 18 m min 60 min Gear box Aluminum alloy Gear ratio 110 1 Unit weight dry 16 kg 35 Ib Dimensions overall 33 cm wide x 36 cm high x 38 cm deep 13 x 14 x 15 Rope Low stretch double braided polyester not included Unlimited rope length e Minimum diameter 10 mm 3 8 e Maximum diameter 16 mm 5 8 e Recommended 12 13 mm 1 2 5 6 1 Noise emissions Here are the different noise emissions of the Portable Capstan Winch e Sound pressure level at operator position LpA measured o Engine idling 73 dBA o Full throttle 89 dBA e Sound power level LwA measured o Engine idling 85 dBA o Full throttle 102 dBA e Guaranteed sound power level LwA 105 dBA 5 7 Manufacturer h is manufactured by The Portable Capstan Winc Portable Winch
8. Co 1170 Thomas Tremblay Street Sherbrooke Quebec J1G 5G5 CANADA Phone 1 819 563 2193 Toll free Canada amp USA 1 888 388 PULL 7855 Fax 1 514 227 5196 Email info portablewinch com Web site www portablewinch com Portable Winch Co All rights reserved October 2010 Edition 24
9. EASE THE TENSION ON THE ROPE AND STOP THE ENGINE WHILE UNDOING THE CROSS OVER 15 PORTABLE WINCH 3 6 2 1 If the rope slips If the rope slips on the drum while winching add a fourth wrap of rope on the drum When the winch reaches its maximum capacity the engine stalls You then have to redo your set up add pulleys or rock the load see section 3 6 2 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 A CAUTION BE CAREFUL WITH THIS METHOD SINCE IT GENERATES HEAT AND CAN WEAR THE ROPE QUICKLY A WARNING IF THE WINCH IS PULLING THE ROPE BUT THE LOAD DOES NOT MOVE OFTEN THE CASE WHEN USING A VERY LONG ROPE IT S BECAUSE YOUR ROPE IS STRETCHING AND COULD REACH THE BREAKING POINT AND RECOIL TOWARDS YOU SLOWLY RELEASE THE TENSION ON THE ROPE BUT BEWARE OF THE ACCUMULATED TENSION YOU COULD GET BURNED FROM THE ROPE EXITING YOUR HANDS QUICKLY OR BE PULLED TOWARDS THE WINCH 3 6 2 3 How to pause while winching SLOWLY release the tension on the rope and let it slip on the capstan drum A CAUTION DO NOT LET THE ROPE SLIP FOR MORE THAN A FEW SECONDS ON THE DRUM WHILE IN TENSION THE HEAT CREATED BY THE FRICTION COULD MELT OR DAMAGE THE ROPE 3 6 2 4 How to maintain a load without releasing the tension You may maintain tension on the end of the rope either by holding it or attaching it to a
10. READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE Portable Winch Co PORTABLE CAPSTAN WINCH PCW5000 USER MANUAL Model PCW5000 Maximum pulling capacity single line 1000 kg 2200 Ib WINCH Summary Introduction p 3 1 0 Safetv guidelines p 3 1 1 Safetv messages p 3 1 2 Labels p 4 1 3 Safetv 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 p 5 2 2 1 Engine oil p 5 2 2 2 Gas p 5 2 2 3 Engine start up p 6 2 2 4 Capstan drum p 6 2 2 5 Spark arrestor p 7 3 0 Winch usage p 8 3 1 Rope p 8 3 1 1 Rope type p 8 3 1 2 Rope maintenance p 9 3 2 At the end of the rope p 9 3 2 1 Recommended knots p 9 3 2 2 Recommended hooks p 10 3 3 Winch anchor p 10 3 3 1 Using a polyester sling p 11 3 3 2 Using the hitch plate winch anchor p 11 3 3 3 Using the receiver hitch winch anchor p 12 3 3 4 Using the tree pole mount with anchor strap p 13 3 4 Oil Alert system p 13 3 5 Rope installation p 14 3 5 1 Rope p 14 3 5 2 Pulley p 14 3 5 3 Direction p 14 3 5 4 Onahill p 14 3 6 Pulling a load p 14 3 6 1 Wrapping the rope on the capstan drum p 15 3 6 2 Winching p 15 3 6 2 1 If the rope slips p 15 3 6 2 2 To rock the load p 16 3 6 2 3 How to pause while winching p 16 3 6 2 4 How to maintain a load without releasing the tensi
11. and towards the winch causing severe injuries NEVER WRAP THE ROPE AROUND YOUR HAND A CAUTION ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES o0 PORTABLE WINCH 3 1 2 Rope maintenance A CAUTION VISUALLY INSPECT YOUR ROPE BEFORE EACH USAGE IF IT SHOWS ANY SIGN OF DETERIORATION CUT STRANDS EXCESSIVE ABRASION REPLACE IT A CAUTION IF YOUR ROPE IS DIRTY WASH IT DIRTY ROPES DETERIORATE FASTER AND CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR ON PARTS WHICH ARE IN CONTACT WITH THE ROPE 3 2 At the end of the rope 3 2 1 Recommended knots Figure 1 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 Moreover it retains about 70 of the rope s capacity while most knots will Pill reduce it by more than 50 Even better the double bowline knot figure 2 below will keep about 75 of your rope s capacity HOOK HERE CROCHET ICI Figure 2 PORTABLE WINCH 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 2 Figure 1 If you usually pull a sling or a ring use a safety hook with latch figure 3 or shackle not shown 3 3 Winch anchor OPTION 1 In most cases the winch is anchored to a fixed point usi
12. anty 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 If you have a defective product please contact us or your retailer and we will take care of it immediately 5 3 Serial number localization The winch serial number is indicated on the safety warning label located on the right side of the winch housing figure 1 no 1 The serial number is also engraved on the cover of the winch to the left of the capstan drum figure 2 no 1 Figure 2 20 rORTABL E WINCH 5 4 CE Declaration of conformity CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITV We PORTABLE WINCH CO of 1170 Thomas Tremblav St Sherbrooke QC J1G 5G5 CANADA Tel 1 819 563 2193 www portablewinch com Declare that the product Portable Capstan Winch Model PCW5000 Serial numbers 4603 and higher For intended purpose Pulling non rolling objects at angles 45 from horizontal plane Fulfills all relevant provisions of Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC And also fulfills all relevant provisions of 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2000 14 EC Environmental Noise Directive Mr Gerold Vonblon Landstrasse 28 A 6714 Nuziders Is authorized to compile the technical file Signed by ance Piren
13. ch 1 Release tension gradually to lower the winch gently to the ground 2 Bring throttle down to idle 3 Turn ignition switch off 4 0 Maintenance 4 1 Cleaning Once your job is done you should clean and dry SPA vour winch oe Figure 1 17 rORTABLE WINCH A CAUTION INSPECT THE WINCH HOOKS ROPE KNOTS AND POLYESTER SLING TO DETECT ANY DAMAGE OR SIGNS OF WEAR Periodically remove the capstan drum section 2 2 4 and clean around the shaft figure 1 Accumulated debris can damage the shaft seal Apply oil to prevent corrosion 4 2 Lubrication The front pulley figure 1 no 1 must turn freely Lubricate it regularly with light oil Dirt and grime lodged between the pulley and the shaft may prevent it from turning freely If required disassemble it to clean the shaft Use an 8 mm hex key The gearbox is lubricated at the factory and should not require additional lubrication or maintenance If there is appearance of a leak check oil level by placing the winch on a level surface and remove the oil plug figure 1 no 2 Use an 8 mm hex key Lean it toward you some oil should leak out of the hole If needed you can add type SAE80WS90EP gear box oil 4 3 Honda engine Maintain the engine according to the instructions found in the Honda engine user manual provided 4 4 Storage Always store your Portable Capstan Winch user manual for engine storage instructions in a v
14. e capstan drum A WARNING NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS ON THE CAPSTAN DRUM THE ROPE GUIDE OR THE FRONT PULLEY WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING 1 2 Start the engine and let it idle for 30 seconds to warm up Run the rope OVER THE ROPE KEEPER and the front pulley and under the drum figure 1 Wrap the rope around the drum 3 or 4 turns figure 2 Bring the rope behind the rope hook figure 3 Stand about 1 m 3 from the winch and pull gently and horizontally on the rope to get the slack until you feel the tension rising on the rope figure 3 6 Look at your set up to make sure that the winch anchors and the front pulley are aligned with the rope 7 Check that the rope does not rub against objects along the path 8 Pull the throttle up and start winching 3 4 5 m Figure 1 cy Figure 2 Figure 3 3 6 2 Winching While winching position yourself away from the winch in order to see both the winch and the load Pull horizontally on the rope The tension you exert on the rope will keep the winch level Do not operate with the winch tilted or the Oil Alert will kick in A DANGER DO NOT WRAP THE ROPE AROUND YOUR HANDS OR YOUR BODY ALSO BEWARE OF THE ROPE ACCUMULATING IN FRONT OF YOU MAKE SURE YOUR FEET DO NOT GET TANGLED IN IT A WARNING CAREFULLY WATCH THE CAPSTAN DRUM DURING THE OPERATION AND MAKE SURE THAT THE ROPE DOES NOT CROSS OVER ON IT IF IT HAPPENS REL
15. er you need to consider the following points 3 5 1 Rope Use a low stretch rope in good condition with a minimum diameter of 10 mm 3 8 and a maximum diameter of 16 mm 5 8 with good knots We strongly suggest the bowline knot see section 3 2 1 Use pulleys to redirect the rope and to multiply the pulling capacity when the load is near or over the pulling capacity of the winch 3 5 2 Pulley Using a pulley at some distance in front of the winch offers many advantages e Pulling angle lifts the load and reduces friction e The winch is maintained at a relatively horizontal position e Winch and operator are away from the load s path 3 5 3 Direction Install the rope in such a way that it does not rub against other objects Try to set up the rope so that the front of the load is slightly lifted Do not pull downwards or through an obstruction A Generally if the rope touches the ground while pulling your installation is incorrect 3 5 4 On a hill A WARNING DO NOT PULL A LOAD DIRECTLV TOWARD THE WINCH IN A DOWNWARD SLOPE SINCE IT COULD SLIDE WITHOUT VOU BEING ABLE TO STOP IT IN THAT SITUATION USE A PULLEV AT THE BOTTOM OF THE HILL AND POSITION THE WINCH OUTSIDE OF THE LOADS PATH 3 6 Pulling a load A WARNING CHECK WINCH POSITION ROPE CONDITION SOLIDITY OF THE ANCHOR POINT KNOTS CARABINERS OR SHACKLES IN ORDER TO PREVENT INJURIES OR MATERIAL DAMAGE 14 PORTABLE WINCH 3 6 1 Wrapping the rope on th
16. ertical position Refer to the Honda engine 4 5 Spark arrestor If your Portable Capstan Winch is equipped with the optional spark arrestor PCA 1151 sold separately you must clean it every hundred 100 hours to keep it running properly Refer to the Honda engine user manual for cleaning instructions 5 0 Complementary information 5 1 Accessories A complete line of accessories is available You will find the list on the next page We invite you to visit our web site regularly at www portablewinch com for updates and new products 18 rORTABL E WINCH PRODUCT NUIVBER DESCRIPTION PCW5000 Portable Capstan Winch with 2 hooks and 1 anchor sling 1 83 m 6 PCA 1100 Optional capstan drum 85 mm 3 3 8 diameter with rope guide PCA 1215M Double braided polyester rope 3674 kg MBS 8100 Ib 13 mm x 50 m 1 2 x 164 PCA 1213M Double braided polyester rope 3674 kg MBS 8100 Ib 13 mm x 100 m 1 2 x 328 PCA 1214M Double braided polyester rope 3674 kg MBS 8100 Ib 13 mm x 150 m 1 2 x 492 PCA 1216M Double braided polyester rope 3674 kg MBS 8100 Ib 13 mm x 200 m 1 2 x 656 PCA 1252 Rope bag Small with shoulder straps Holds 50 m 164 of 13 mm 1 2 rope PCA 1255 Rope bag Small Holds 50 m 164 of 13 mm 1 2 rope PCA 1256 Rope bag Medium with shoulder straps Holds 100 m 328 o
17. f 13 mm 1 2 rope PCA 1257 Rope bag Large Holds 150 m 492 of 13 mm 1 2 rope PCA 1258 Polyester sling 50 mm 2 x 3 1 m 10 Capacity U Shape 2903 kg 6400 Ib PCA 1259 Polyester sling 50 mm 2 x 2 44 m 8 Capacity U Shape 2903 kg 6400 Ib PCA 1260 Polyester sling 50 mm 2 x 1 83 m 6 Capacity U Shape 2903 kg 6400 Ib PCA 1261 Hitch plate winch anchor Fits towing balls up to 50 mm 2 diameter PCA 1262 Receiver hitch winch anchor with 50 mm 2 square tubing PCA 1263 Tree pole mount with anchor strap 60 mm wide x 3 m long 2 x 9 8 Use with PCA 1262 or PCA 1264 PCA 1264 Vertical pull winch support Use with PCA 1263 PCA 1271 Swing side self blocking pulley 1 aluminum sheave 62 mm 2 1 2 diameter PCA 1272 Double swing side self blocking pulley 2 aluminum sheaves 62 mm 2 1 2 diameter PCA 1273 Stainless steel double swing side snatch block 2 aluminum sheaves 100 mm 4 diameter PCA 1274 Stainless steel swing side snatch block 1 aluminum sheave 100 mm 4 diameter PCA 1276 Steel oval locking carabiner 2500 kg 5500 Ib MBS PCA 1277 Shackle 16 mm 5 8 Working load limit 3 1 4 tons PCA 1278 Shackle 20 mm 3 4 Working load limit 4 3 4 tons PCA 1279 Shackle 13 mm 1 2 Working load limit 2 tons PCA 1280 Grab Hook 7 mm 5 16 PCA 1282 Grab Hook 7 mm 5 16 with latch and 3 chain links PCA 1281 Safety Hook Working load limit 3 4 ton PCA 1290 Skidding cone for l
18. fety messages in this manual Read them carefully These security messages are warning you of potential injuries to either you or others Every safety message is preceded by a warning symbol A and one of the following terms DANGER ATTENTION or PRECAUTION These indicator words mean A DANGER You WILL be MORTALLY or SEVERELY INJURED if you do not follow these instructions A WARNING You COULD be MORTALLY or SEVERELY INJURED if you do not follow these instructions A CAUTION You COULD be INJURED if you do not follow these instructions PORTABLE WINCH 1 2 Labels The warning and guaranteed sound power level labels are positioned on the right side of the winch housing I 1 1 A L WA 1 1 I 1 I 1 l LOW STRECH ROPE i i B C j CORDE FAIBLE ELASTICITE I LL FORCE DE RUPTURE MIN i MIN BREAKING FORCE 2300 kg cen gee ab ae aS Oe See SE eS Spe ae sen ome ey ale Vee 60 a teh ek a E gt i LIRE MANUEL an eS READ MANUAL lt MAX 16 mm PORTABLE WINCH CO 1 888 388 PULL 7855 www portablewinch com 1170 Thomas Tremblay Mod le Model PCW5000 No de s rie Sherbrooke QC Force de tire 1136 kg STATS pge i J1G 5G5 CANADA i i s __ Ann e de fabrication ower leve C Ma aaa n 12 m min year manufactured 2009 A 105 dBA We recommend wearing hearing protection when using Only use the Portable Winch Read this instruction low stretch Never place manual and eiea your ha
19. fixed object 1 Shut the engine off 2 Wrap the rope twice around the rope hook to relieve tension from your hands figure 1 3 Tie two half knots around the rope hook figure 2 16 PORTABLE WINCH 3 6 2 5 How to resume winching You must release some tension before restarting the winch engine First untie the two half knots Let go of some of the rope to release some tension While holding the rope with one hand start the engine by pulling on the crank and pull the throttle up You can now resume winching 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 Figure 1 You will have to link two ropes together 1 If you have to link two rope lengths do it with two bowline knots figure 1 no 1 ME d SS y see section 3 2 1 for knots ip ae 2 Leave about 1 m of rope tailing out of the knot on the rope holding the load figure 2 1 no 2 You will need it to resume pao winching after undoing the knots 1 A WARNING stop tHE winch BEFORE THE KNOT REACHES THE FRONT PULLEY FIGURE 2 SINCE IT CANNOT GO THROUGH THE WINCH Figure 2 3 Release tension off the rope If necessary attach the load to a fixed object 4 Undo the knots and use the remaining length to wrap around the capstan 3 6 3 Stopping the win
20. nds Never use the Honda near the the winch i diameter ds engine user s 10 mm 3 8 xa pil manual prior Maximum is running diameter to using 1 3 Safetv information Do not let children use the Portable Capstan Winch Keep children and animals away from the work area A WARNING NEVER LET SOMEONE WITHOUT TRAINING USE THE PORTABLE CAPSTAN WINCH MAKE SURE THE USER KNOWS ABOUT THE SAFETY AND USAGE PROCEDURES AND HAS READ THIS MANUAL AND THE HONDA ENGINE USER MANUAL A WARNING INFORM ALL USERS OF THE SAFETY GUIDELINES AND USAGE PROCEDURES A WARNING FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE PRODUCT AND THE SAFETY GUIDELINES BEFORE WORKING WITH THE WINCH P rORTABL E WINCH gt AJ Q gt x mi p a ba m gt lt O J o Q O T m o gt D m z O O Q Z O O Q D O gt e Q I Z O T Z O I O w b gt D o 4 DANGER THE EXHAUST GAS CONTAINS TOXIC CARBON MONOXIDE NEVER RUN THE ENGINE IN A CLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTILATION A CAUTION REPLACE ANY SAFETY LABELS THAT ARE DAMAGED ILLEGIBLE OR MISSING A WARNING NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS ON THE CAPSTAN DRUM NEAR THE ROPE GUIDE OR THE FRONT PULLEY WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING A WARNING ALWAYS KEEP BYSTANDERS OUTSIDE THE WORKING AREA A DANGER NEVER PULL ROLLING OBJECTS THAT MIGHT ROLL OUT OF YOUR CONTROL gt AJ L Q E m y O 5 X D r m a
21. ng the included polyester sling or with optional anchoring devices and the rope end is tied to the object you want to move The load is moving towards the winch when you pull the rope OPTION 2 Alternately the winch can be anchored to the load that needs to be moved and the rope end is tied to a fixed point The winch and the load are therefore pulled toward the fixed point where the rope end is tied This method is useful when you need to guide the load while you operate the winch 10 PORTABLE WINCH 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 A CAUTION 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 A CAUTION USING A STUMP AS AN ANCHOR POINT MEANS PAYING SPECIAL ATTENTION IN ORDER TO PREVENT THE SLING FROM SLIPPING OVER IT A WARNING MAKE SURE THE ANCHOR POINT IS STRONG ENOUGH TO RESIST THE PULL WITHOUT BREAKING OR BEING DAMAGED Position the winch in line with the load When the winch is under tension it will try to align itself with Figure 2 the load The friction of the sling against the anchor point could prevent correct alignment If that is the case release the tension on the rope and position the sling on the anchor point so that
22. o tORTABLE Position Managing Director WI NGH Done at Sherbrooke QC Canada On Mav 10th 2010 21 5 5 Exploded view and parts list re O j ie 22 OPTIONAL CAPSTAN DRUM KIT 021 _ 028 043 023 060 046 igh a 044 031 030 Seite Hea PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY 021 PCW5000 021 WINCH HANDLE 1 022 PCW5000 022 JUNCTION PLATE 1 023 PCW5000 023 VINYL GRIP 1 024 PCW5000 024 HEX CAP SCREW 3 8 24 X 1 ZP 1 025 PCW5000 025 FLANGE BOLT SERRATED M6 1 x 12mm ZP 6 028 PCW5000 028 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 4 20 X 1 STAINLESS 6 030 PCW5000 030 STANDARD CAPSTAN DRUM 57 mm 2 1 4 1 031 PCW5000 031 SHAFT KEY 5 16 X 5 16 X 1 1 4 1 032 PCW5000 032 SAFETY HOOK 2 033 PCW5000 033 FLAT WASHER 1 2 ZP 4 034 PCW5000 034 HEX CAP SCREW 1 2 13 X 6 GR 5 ZP 1 035 PCW5000 035 NYLON LOCKNUT 1 2 13 ZP 1 036 PCW5000 036 ALUMINIUM BUSHING 2 037 PCW5000 037 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1 4 20 X 3 4 STAINLESS 6 038 PCW5000 038 FLAT WASHER 1 4 ZP 2 043 PCW5000 043 ROPE HOOK 1 040 PCW5000 040 HONDA ENGINE GHX50U QXA 1 044 PCW5000 044 ROPE GUIDE 1 045 PCW5000 045 SHOULDER BOLT 5 8 X 1 1 2 ZP 1 046 PCW5000 046 FRONT BRASS PULLEY 1 048 PCW5000 048 FENDER WASHER 1 4 X 1 1 4 OD ZP 1 049 V2 PCW5000 049 V2 OIL PLUG 3 8 ZP 1 052 PCW5000 052 ON OFF SWITCH WITH SUPPORT PLATE 1 05
23. ogs up to 50 cm 20 diameter PCA 0340 Padded waterproof case with removable casters for winch amp accessories PCA 0100 Transport case with molded shapes for winch and accessories PCA 1372 HPPE rope choker 9 5 mm x 2 1 m 3 8 x 7 with steel rod Weight 350 g 12 oz PCA 1295 Choker chain 6 mm x 2 1 m 1 4 x 7 with C Hook and steel rod Weight 2 8 kg 6 Ib PCA 1299 C Hook for chain 6 to 7 mm 1 4 to 5 16 PCA 1151 Spark arrestor for Honda engine GHX 50 Visit www portablewinch com for up to date list 19 rORTABLE WINCH 5 2 Warranty Portable Winch Co products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship while owned by the original purchaser as defined below The original purchaser is defined as the party or entity which purchases the winch and or accessories from an authorized Portable Winch Co retailer as shown by the original sales receipt The warranty ownership is transferable provided the end user has a copy of the original purchaser s invoice This warranty does not apply to wear parts defined as being in contact with the rope while winching The Portable Capstan Winch is covered as follows e Winch parts Five 5 year warranty service by Portable Winch Co and or its retailers e Engine The Honda engine is warranted by Honda Motor Corporation and the duration varies according to country and usage All Honda service centers can repair the winch engine under warr
24. on p 16 3 6 2 5 How to resume winching p 16 3 6 2 6 If you must keep tension on the rope at start up p 17 3 6 2 7 If your rope is too short p 17 3 6 3 Stopping the winch p 17 4 0 Maintenance p 17 4 1 Cleaning p 17 4 2 Lubrication p 18 4 3 Honda engine p 18 4 4 Storage p 18 4 5 Spark arrestor p 18 5 0 Complementary information p 18 5 1 Accessories p 18 5 2 Warranty p 20 5 3 Serial number localization p 20 5 4 CE Declaration of conformity p 21 5 5 Exploded view and parts list p 22 5 6 Technical data p 24 5 6 1 Noise emissions p 24 5 7 Manufacturer p 24 rORTABL E WINCH Introduction Portable Winch Co wishes to thank you for purchasing a PCW5000 Portable Capstan Winch This manual was written to help you make the best use of your new winch and to use it in the most secure way Read it carefully before using the winch For any problems or questions please refer to an authorized Portable Winch Co dealer or contact us directly 1 0 Safety guidelines The PCW5000 Portable Capstan Winch is designed to pull non rolling objects usually at a plus or minus 45 degree angle from the horizontal The use of a pulling device implies serious risks of injuries property damage or even death Do not underestimate its potential danger 1 1 Safety messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important You will find important sa
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