4.2 Accessory Installation
If you are using a Skylotec Series winch with your Tripod, install the winch onto the tripod by inserting the
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tab on the bracket installed on the tripod into the slot on the bracket installed on the winch. Rotate the
winch assembly up or down as required to allow you insert the quick release pin attached to the winch
through the brackets to secure the winch.
Inspect, maintain, and operate the winch as per the Operator's Manual supplied with the winch by
Skylotec GmbH at the time of purchase.
For accessories not supplied by Skylotec GmbH the Qualified Person responsible for the design,
installation, and use of the system must provide detailed information regarding the installation of the
winch onto the system.
All system accessories must be installed, maintained, and operated according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
4.3 System Operation
Once all accessories have been properly installed into the system, operation of equipment shall be as
per the manufacturer supplied instructions provided with any and all accessories. No person shall use
this equipment without receiving proper training as outlined in Section 5. Any user must fully read and
understand this manual and any other instruction manual(s) related to the system being used, or have the
instructions explained to them, before using this equipment.
4.2.1 Inspection
The Tripod must be inspected before each use as outlined in Section 6.1.
Any problems must be reported immediately to your supervisor, and the equipment labeled so as to
prevent further use until it has been repaired.
NOTE: Any time a winch is returned to a factory authorized service center for repair, please provide
photocopies of all previous Inspection Log sheets for that winch to assist with diagnosis and processing
of any warranty claims.
Please obtain a Returned Goods Authorization number from the service center before sending your winch
for service.
5. TRAINING
Any worker using this Tripod must receive appropriate training from their employer on all equipment
involved prior to operating. Users must fully read and understand this manual and any other instruction
manual(s) related to the system being used, or have the instructions explained to them, before using this
equipment.
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