Prowinch PWUZ Series User manual

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Reg. U.S. TM. O.
User’s Manual / Manual de usuario
Safety Warnings / Advertencias de seguridad
PWUZ Series

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PROPERTY REGISTRY Nº 189487
ANY REPRODUCTION IS FORBIDDEN
PROPERTY OF PROWINCH® 2018 - V8.0 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
PROWINCH LLC COMPANY WITH QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Prowinch® LLC declares that it has made available to the Customer each and every one of the security warnings related to the
purchased product and that, as a result, it does not assume any responsibility for any damages or losses that may be suered
by the client or third parties. cause or as a direct or indirect consequence of the breach or omission of any of the instructions or
safety warnings contained in the User Manual and Security Warnings corresponding to the unit purchased.
In this sense, Prowinch® LLC will not be liable for accidents and / or damages to persons and / or property resulting from the
negligent use of the product.
In no case does Prowinch® LLC assume any liability arising from the use of these voluntary recommendations, and does not
oer any guarantee in relation to them. These recommendations do not take precedence over the current safety regulations of
the plant.
For purposes of enforcing the Warranty of the product purchased, Prowinch® LLC, will only be liable for any damage when it is
possible to prove that the user has followed each and every one of the warnings contained in the User Manual and Safety
Warnings.
1. It is the sole responsibility of the Client / User to verify that the acquired equipment, products and accessories comply
with the characteristics, capacities, requirements, components, accessories and other conditions for the use that the
Client / user intends to give it.
2. It is also the sole responsibility of the Client / User to ensure that the equipment and products purchased are
operated and maintained with adequate safety standards and by personnel duly trained in the use thereof. The Client / User is
also responsible for implementing all the security measures necessary to prevent accidents or damages to people or property
and for following the indications and warnings of the corresponding manual.
3. Any assistance provided by Prowinch® LLC in the selection of the equipment, the capacities and characteristics
required by the clients is delivered free of charge and based on the information about the application, use and requirements
indicated by the Client itself. It does not correspond to Prowinch® LLC to verify the accuracy of the given information. It is the
sole and exclusive responsibility of the Client -or who will use the equipment and products acquired- to ensure that the
specications comply with the capabilities, characteristics, up-to-date maintenance and everything necessary for a correct and
safe operation in relation to the intended use.
4. Prowinch® LLC recommends the use of winches with 4 brakes for personnel lifting. The use of winches of 3 brakes or
less or safety features lower than the best available for personnel lifting, is the sole responsibility of the customer.
5. In order to guarantee the safety of the personnel and users of the equipment it is necessary to carry out the
inspections and maintenance of the equipment according to the recommended frequency in relation to its work cycle. It is
mandatory to keep record and evidence the written and photographic reports of: Maintenance, Start-up, Load Tests, Training,
Certications, Inspections and Reports of failures and accidents.
6. The aforementioned reports must be sent by email to [e-mail] within the rst 7 calendar days after
the occurrence of an event.
7. Compliance with the timely implementation of the mandatory activities described in points 6 and 7 in addition to all
the activities mentioned in the corresponding rules applied are the sole responsibility of the user. Failure to comply with the
foregoing conditions releases Prowinch® LLC from any type of Liability and Warranty to the team, customer, sta or user, or any
other liability that could be attributed to Prowinch® LLC.
The information contained in this manual may contain technical errors or inaccuracies. Prowinch® LLC is not responsible for
typing errors, omission or incorrect information.
This manual is subject to change without prior notice. Download the latest version available at www.prowinch.com.
Always check www.prowinch.com for the latest information regarding this product.
PROWINCH® DISCLAIMER

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Thank you for purchasing our Prowinch® puller. This User Manual provides
important information for personnel involved with the installation, operation, and
maintenance of this product. Read this User Manual before installing, operating, or
maintaining the product.
All Prowinch® pullers are designed for a safe and reliable ser-
vice if operated according to the User Manual.
Respect and follow all warnings for personnel and third party
safety indications. Inadequate operation may cause serious
risks of injuries to personnel or damage to the equipment.
Read and understand this User Manual carefully before
installing and commissioning the equipment. Always keep
this User Manual in an accessible place for future reference.
Improperly installed, maintained, or operated pullers can
be the cause of serious accidents or death. This User Manual
highlights symbols and notes for caution, warning and
danger. Following these indications greatly improves the
safety of the operator and personnel in the area.
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Always use:
Hard Hat Safety Glasses Safety Gloves Safety Shoes
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The compact and lightweight structure of the PWXR & PWTR
models together with their ease of use makes them a
preferred puller for daily use in recovery and o-road
environments.

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1.1. Puller Precautions
WARNING:
This symbol indicates unsafe practices or situations which may cause damage to the
property and even injuries to the personnel.
DANGER:
This symbol indicates a potentially dangerous situation which if not avoided may cause
severe injuries or death
All operators and other users who are near the wire rope or its load must wear
required safety equipment: gloves, safety helmet / hard hat, safety shoes, and eye
protection.
•Read and understand the instructions in this user manual and all the labels associated with the puller before operating the
equipment.
• Wear appropriate clothing: Do not wear jewelry or loose clothes as they can get caught in moving parts.
• Wear sturdy leather gloves.
• Wear non-slip safety shoes, a hard hat, and eye protection.
• Perform a full check of the puller. Check for damaged parts or unusual conditions.
• Secure the puller to a suitable surface that is capable of withstanding the load being lifted with the puller.
• Visually inspect the puller before each use in addition to the regular inspections and maintenance.
1.2. Before using the Equipment:

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1.3. During Operation:
• Inspect wire rope, hook, and slings before operating the
puller. Frayed, kinked or damaged wire rope must be replaced
immediately. Damaged components must be replaced before
operation. Protect parts from damage.
• Remove any element or obstacle that may interfere with
safe operation of the puller.
• Always be certain the anchor you select will withstand the
load and the strap will not slip.
• Always use supplied hook strap whenever spooling puller
wire rope in or out, during installation and during operation.
• Always require operators and bystanders to be aware of
the load.
• Take time to use appropriate rigging techniques for a
pull.
• Do not touch wire rope or hook while someone else is
operating the lever.
• Do not touch wire rope or hook while under tension
or under load.
• Stand clear of wire rope and load and keep others
away while pulling.
• Do not attach puller wire rope back onto itself. Use a choker
chain or tree trunk protector on the anchor.
• Do not use puller as a hoist or to suspend a load.
• Always be certain anchor will withstand load, use
appropriate rigging and take time to rig correctly.
• Do not use puller to lift or move people.
• Always use proper lifting technique or get lifting assistance
while handling and installing.
• Do not operate any equipment on which the safety
labels are missing or illegible.
• Report any malfunction or irregular operation of the
equipment.
• Do not operate an equipment that has been modied
without previous PROWINCH® approval.
An improper operation of the equipment can create a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injuries. To avoid
a potentially hazardous situation, always take time to fully understand your puller
and pulling operation by reviewing this manual.
Never let puller wire rope slip through your hands.
Never use puller as a hoist or to suspend a load.
WARNING
Moving parts can
crush and cut.
Disconnect power
before opening.
PWWA005-V1.0

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1.4. Inspection, Maintenance and Repairs:
ALWAYS:
• Prevent others from standing in the path of the load.
• Inspect and maintain the puller regularly.
• Verify the correct installation of the puller before using.
• Avoid contact with explosive gases or materials.
NEVER:
• Never overload the puller.
• Never transport people or animals with the puller.
• Never leave loads suspended for an extended period of
time. This may cause component deformation and accidents.
• Never exceed the allowable operating temperatures stated
in this User Manual (diers depending on the model).
• Never expose the puller to corrosive materials or other
substances which may damage the equipment.
• Only trained and authorized personnel may perform repairs on the equipment.
• Use only original ProWinch® parts. The use of any other part immediately voids the warranty.
• Failure to use only original ProWinch® parts may create dangerous conditions for the operator.

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4. OPERATION
4.1. Qualied Operator
4.2 Handling Precautions
Lever puller operators are required to read and fully understand the operation section of this manual, all warnings contained in
the manual, and labels attached to the equipment.
Operator training must be provided to ensure proper operation of equipment in compliance with instructions provided by the
equipment manufacturer and the provisions of ASME B30, and proper rigging procedures for the attachment of loads to the
puller.
Safe and ecient operation of the puller requires an operator who exercises caution, common sense, and good judgment in
anticipating the eects of operating the puller. The operator must be fully alert, focused, and aware of the surroundings at all
times.
The job must be strictly carried out under the good practices dened by the applicable international and national safety
standards, such as ANSI, OSHA and ASME.
This puller must not be operated by individuals who:
• Cannot read, understand and speak the language in which the security labels, ID Plate and User Manual of equipment
is written.
• Does not meet the legal age requirements.
• Is under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Has visual or hearing impediments, or below normal reaction times.
• Has a history of or experiences seizures, mental, heart, or other illnesses that could interfere with safe operation of the
equipment.
• Has not been trained for the proper use of the puller.
• Has not received and read the User Manual for the exact equipment.
• Has not demonstrated qualications through practical operation of puller.
ALWAYS:
• Keep puller in good condition and able to freely operate.
• Make smooth movements; avoid sudden changes of direction.
• Check the function of the puller without a load before operation.
• Make sure no one is beneath the load.
NEVER:
• Use pulleys or other accessories that are not specically approved for the puller model.
• Raise a load with the tip of the hook.
• Exceed the maximum capacity of the puller.

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Wire Rope:
The class of wire rope used is 6x19, wire core and galvanized, including 6x21, 6x25 and 6x26.
The wire rope used by our factory is 6x25. The end to be inserted into the unit should be tapered and
burned for easy use.
This unit comes with extra shear pins located in the
handle. To release the jaws, hold reversing lever (2)
and release lever (3) together with one hand, pull
lever (1) forward slightly at the same time pushing
(2) and (3) forward until release lever (3) slips into
notched position in casing. Insert the tapered end
of the wire rope into the rope entry (4) and push
through until it extends through the outlet. The
wire rope end may have to be pushed up or down
slightly to clear the hook or tting at forward end.
Pull the wire rope through by hand to take up the
slack to the load and ensure that the exit is not
obstructed. Push the release lever (3) down, it will
spring back into original position. The jaws are now
closed on the wire rope. Place the telescopic han-
dle on either (1) or (2) depending upon whether
forward or reverse action is required, and crank the
operating lever forward and backward evenly.
Return the release lever to“release” position when
not in use.

Prowinch LLC
www.prowinch.com
2545 NW 74th Ave Miami, Florida, 33122
United States
[phone]
Equipos de Izaje Prowinch Chile Spa
www.prowinch.cl
Parque Riesco 3407, Recoleta,
Región Metropolitana, Chile
[phone]
Fortis Alloy Mexico S.A. de C.V
www.prowinch.mx
Fortis Alloy Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Vicente Guerrero No. 403
Col. San Miguel, Apodaca, Nuevo Leon,
Mexico C.P. 66649
[phone]
Prowinch Colombia SAS
www.prowinch.co
Cl. 163a #20-28, Bogotá, Colombia
[phone]
Proveedora Industrial y Tecnica, S.A. de C.V.
www.prointe.com.sv
Av. Alberto Masferrer Sur, Col. Campestre No. 211
San Salvador, El Salvador
2264-1100
Representaciones Ivankovich RA S.A.
ivankovich.co.cr
100 mt. Este y 300 Mt. Sur de las Ocinas Centrales del
INS, Cartago, Costa Rica
(506) 2553-1415