Section II: Operation
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RECOVERY WINCH OPERATION
The MPL recovery winch is an extremely effective tool in recovery or retrieval
prior to lifting and towing. To operate the winch effectively, care and thought
must be given.
Winch Rating: (Ramsey Worm Gear)...................8,000 lbs.
Wire Rope Working Limit: ....................................4,100 lbs.
Wire Rope Construction: ................ 6 x 25 EIPS RRL IWRC
Wire Rope Size:...................................... 3/8 inch x 75 Feet
*All ratings comply with SAE J2512 and SAE J706 Recommended Practice
WARNING:
Do not exceed the working limit of the wire rope. Use snatch blocks
and multiple lines to reduce the load on the wire rope.
1. Check the direction you wish the
work to travel, being sure there
are no major obstacles in the
way.