Buffalo DWHOIST Assembly & Operating Instructions page 6

OPERATION (Continued)
Unpack product from package and review contents. Keep all packaging until product has been
reviewed. This product should be inspected prior to use to make certain all parts are intact and safe to
use after assembly.
ASSEMBLY
Keep the work area clean and well lit. A cluttered work area may cause accidents.
Never allow children to use this product without responsible adult supervision. When operating this
product, keep children at a safe distance from the work area.
Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They may get caught in moving parts.
Never wear rings with protruding parts. Wear a hat over long hair.
Always wear safety goggles, a hard hat and work gloves when using the product.
Make sure all parts are available before assembly: Tripod assembly, frame assembly (winch and 4 foot
telescoping lift sections), cradle assembly (without crossarms) and two cradle crossarms.
1. Set up the tripod base on the floor. Gently press firmly up on the slide yoke ring while you swing the two
forward legs until the yoke ring snaps into the lock hole on the bottom of the slide tube. (Lower the
backstop to prevent rolling.)
2. Place the frame onto the two "V" angles on the tripod base, then lower the frame 1 inch until it is secured
by the angles. Be certain that the frame is press down and held securely by the angles.
3.Attach the handle to the winch wheel. Tighten the nut so that the handle turns freely.
4. To move the winch assembly into its working position, hold the winch wheel and brake arm. Rotate the
winch wheel slightly forward. Lift the breake arm to release the brake.
5. Raise the brake arm. Hold the winch post and brake arm firmly. Place your right hand on top of the
frame. Grip the brake arm to prevent cable backlash, then pull the winch assembly towards you.
Release the brake arm when the winch is fully extended. Swing the Retaining Hook (Figure G) so it doesn't
secure the telescoping sections.
6. Press the winch assembly slightly toward the frame. This engages the slide bar lock and keeps the
winch extended. BE CERTAIN THE SLIDE BAR LOCK IS ROTATED AS FAR CLOCKWISE AS
POSSIBLE.
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