Sea Catch Operation / Warnings

Animated Sea Catch OPERATIONAL TIPS

Device locking: Having secured the recommended shackle to the rear end of the Sea Catch, open the jaw by removing the hitch pin and prying up the release lever and opening it to the released position. Insert the pin of the shackle to be released into the jaw opening. Secure the shackle by closing the release lever to the locked position and firmly lock the toggle pin over center with a vice-grip-like snap.

The shackle is now held firmly locked even with no load on the device. The hitch pin can be reinserted to prevent inadvertent release. The Sea Catch is now ready to be loaded. Once the hitch pin is removed, the Sea Catch is armed and ready to be released.

Device releasing: Release of the loaded Sea Catch is activated by first removing the hitch pin and then pulling firmly on a release line connected to the end of the release lever. The release line can be activated in any direction within the 90 degrees perpendicular and parallel to the line of load. Alternative release methods are discussed on another page. The use of the hitch pin is not required to secure the device in the locked position. It is an added safety measure preventing inadvertent release. A hitch pin is provided with each unit.

The required effort to pull the lanyard of the TR7 to release a capacity load of 7,042 pounds is around 40 pounds. The release effort of all Sea Catch models is provided on another page.

!!! WARNINGS !!!

Improper use of the Sea Catch device may cause injury.

Hitch-pin must be used to prevent inadvertent release.

Do not use the Sea Catch release line as a tag line or put any tension on it until time to release. An additional tag line secured to the upper shackle and kept taught at all times is highly recommended to maintain a slack release line and prevent load twisting.

Stay clear of all objects released under load.

Do not exceed load capacity of this device.

Choose the proper size Sea Catch so that it is not loaded with or releasing more than its rated load.

Do not side load the Sea Catch as it may cause loss of retainer rings and other parts or permanently damage the device.

While in its loaded position, do not obstruct the Sea Catch so as to prevent its body being aligned straight with the line of load. Misalignment may prevent the movable jaw from releasing the connected member even with the device in the released position.

Do not mount the Sea Catch such that the mounting fixture damages the unit while in use. This could cause loss of parts and unit malfunction.

Before welding on the body of the device (if needed for mounting purposes, eg), first remove the two pivot pins on the body and take off the moving parts of the device to prevent distortion and possible unit malfunction.

Maintenance

Inspection of the Sea Catch device is advised after each use.
After use in or near sea water, a fresh water rinse of the Sea Catch is advised before the device is stored.
Pivot pins may require periodic re-lubrication. AQUALUBE is recommended for general marine use.

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