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22 Owner’s Manual for CTF 10 Light Tower
Maintenance
Winch Use, Operation and
Maintenance
Prior to Use
•
Inspect winch cable and replace if damaged.
• Check mounting hardware for proper tightness and
tighten if necessary.
• Gears, ratchet pivot point and shaft bushings must
be kept lubricated with a thin film of oil or grease.
Operation
Raising the Mast:
1. The cable must be securely fastened to the winch
drum.
2. Always be sure the cable is undamaged. Contact
Generac Mobile Products to order a replacement
cable if necessary.
3. Rotate handle according to the specified direction
to lift. The ratchet MUST make a loud clicking
sound while winding the cable.
Lowering the Mast:
Rotate handle according to the specified direction to
lower. No clicking will be heard while lowering the mast
because the automatic brake system is activated.
Maintenance
The following procedures should be performed at least
annually:
1. Lubricate winch gears and bushings. Apply a thin
film of grease to the gear teeth, and oil the bush-
ings as needed.
2. Lubricate the ratchet pawl pivot point with a thin
oil
.
NOTE: Do not get oil or grease on the brake mechanism.
Winch Mechanical Brake
The mechanical brake generates heat when loads are
lowered and the wire cable is powered out. Care must be
taken to avoid overheating the mechanical brake.
Whine or chatter associated with a new mechanical
brake is normal and typically disappears with use.
Overheating the mechanical brake may result in
permanent damage to, or failure of, the brake. Replace
any damaged brake components before resuming use of
the winch.
Table 4-2. Winch Preventative Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance
Activity
After First
Operation
Before
Each Use
Semi-
Annually
Check Fasteners
 
Clean And Grease
Brake Assembly

Visually Check
Winch And Control
  
Lubrication
Before each use, check each jack foot for damage and
remove any mud or debris. The jacks must be clean and
in good operating condition to properly support the unit.
Long-Term Storage
Perform the following steps if the machine is to be stored
for an extended period.
1. Verify all circuit breakers are OFF (O).
2. Verify the unit is unplugged.
3. Lower the mast.
4. Retract the outriggers and handles.
5. Clean the unit inside and out.
6. Close and lock the storage access panels.
7. Store the unit indoors, if possible, in a secure, dry
location.
Perform a visual inspection of all electrical connections,
LED lights, winch cables, and mast before returning the
unit to service.