Safety Notice - Lewmar C10 Capstan Manuel D'installation, De Fonctionnement Et D'entretien

GB
1- Introduction
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Lewmar. Lewmar products are world renowned for their quality, technical
innovation and proven performance. With a Lewmar product you will be provided with many years of
outstanding service.
Product support
Lewmar products are supported by a worldwide network of distributors and Authorised Service Repre-
sentatives. If you encounter any difficulties with this product, please contact your national distributor, or
your local Lewmar dealer. Details are available at: www.lewmar.com
CE Approvals
For CE approval certificates contact Lewmar.
Important information about this manual
Throughout this manual, you will see safety and product damage warnings. You must follow these warn-
ings carefully to avoid possible injury or damage.

2- Safety Notice

WARNING!
IMPORTANT: Read these notes before continuing.
2.1 Capstan general
• Capstan used incorrectly could cause harm to equipment or crew.
• Capstans are powerful equipment and as such should be used with care and treated with respect.
• Boating, like many other activities can be hazardous. Even the correct selection, maintenance and
use of proper equipment cannot eliminate the potential for danger, serious injury or death.
• Keep limbs, fingers, clothing and hair clear of capstan.
• Do not use capstans for ANY purpose other than the control of mooring lines
• Neither the capstan nor its deck mounting is designed to withstand anchoring loads generated under
storm conditions.
• Do not wrap chain around a capstan.
• A circuit breaker/isolator should always be used with this capstan to protect the motor and cable
from overheating and damage.
• Electric motors become hot during (and for sometime after) use.
- DO NOT TOUCH THE MOTOR GEARBOX!
• Always switch off this capstan at the circuit breaker/isolator when not in use.
• It is the unavoidable responsibility of the owner or master or other responsible party to assess the risk
of any operation on the vessel.
2.2 Fitting
• This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this
manual. Failure to do so could result in poor product performance, personal injury and/or damage
to your boat.
• Consult the boat manufacturer if you have any doubt about the strength or suitability of the
mounting location.
2.3 Electrical
• Make sure you have switched off the power before you start installing this product.
• This product requires installation by a suitably qualified electrical engineer.
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