Environmental Protection
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be
sorted, taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
When the product becomes completely unserviceable and requires disposal, drain off any fluids (if applicable)
into approved containers and dispose of the product and the fluids according to local regulations.
InstructIons For:
TOW ROPE 2000KG ROLLING LOAD
CAPACITY
model no: TH2002
1. sAfETY
3. sPECIfICATION
4. OPERATION
2. INTRODuCTION
tH2002 Issue: 1 - 01/07/14
Original Language Version
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NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: no liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
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IMPORTANT: PLEAsE READ THEsE INsTRuCTIONs CAREfuLLY. NOTE THE sAfE OPERATIONAL REQuIREMENTs, WARNINGs & CAuTIONs. usE THE
PRODuCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE fOR THE PuRPOsE fOR WHICH IT Is INTENDED. fAILuRE TO DO sO MAY CAusE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERsONAL INJuRY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THEsE INsTRuCTIONs sAfE fOR fuTuRE usE.
Thank you for purchasing a sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
Model No: ............................ TH2002
maximum rolling load capacity:............ 2tonne
length: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4m
▲ IMPORTANT! The tow rope is suitable for use with vehicles up to 2tonne in weight according to the model's specications. Remember
to add the weight of any load in the vehicle. the weight limit applies to the rolling load on a level surface. It is not suitable for lifting
a dead weight and should never be used as a lifting sling. on extreme gradients, the capacity can be exceeded by a vehicle weighing
less than the indicated capacity.
DANGER! If the ignition cannot be switched on, you must fit a lighting board; ask your sealey dealer about lighting boards. When
towing a vehicle with assisted steering and braking disabled, it is essential to tow at a speed which can be tolerated by the towed
vehicle. As a practical tip, tow at a speed you would drive in compacted snow.
DO NOT use the tow rope for any purpose other than towing a vehicle, within its maximum rated capacity.
DO NOTuse the tow rope if it is worn or damaged.
DO NOT tow an unmanned vehicle. the towed vehicle must be controlled by a driver with a full driver's licence.
DO NOT tow a vehicle with no braking or steering system.
DO NOT tow a vehicle if the ignition cannot be turned releasing the steering lock.
tow with a heavier vehicle than the towed vehicle.
Wear your high visibility vest, display a warning triangle if necessary 45m from the rear of the vehicle.
Assess safety and the distance to be towed, if in doubt contact a breakdown service.
exit motorways at the nearest opportunity when towing.
the tow rope is designed for use with standard eye fittings only; normally a non standard left hand thread fitting.
examine the tow rope before and after each use.
Place an "ON TOW" notice in the back window or other visible location of the towed vehicle.
When possible, keep theignition switched on, for lights and power steering during towing. turn the sound system off.
Heavy-duty non-elastic tow rope with a maximum rolling load of 2tonne. The rope is 4m in length and is tted with easy t metal hooks.
tuV/Gs approved.
4.1. General guide to towing with the supplied load rated tow rope. Read in conjunction with notes on safety.
4.1.1. Position the towing vehicle in line with the towed vehicle approximately 3 metres bumper to bumper.
4.1.2. Attach the tow rope hooks to both vehicle's standard eye ttings. Ensure the spring loaded clips snap back to their stops.
4.1.3. Ensure the marker at the centre of the rope is tted and clearly visible.
4.1.4. establishing a form of agreed communication between the two drivers is strongly recommended. signals for increasing speed, slowing
down, direction changes etc..
4.1.5. the driver of the towed vehicle should apply both the hand brake and the foot brake.
4.1.6. the driver of the towing vehicle should check all mirrors and give the appropriate signal for starting. then release the hand brake and
the clutch very gradually to avoid "snatching" the load. the driver of the towed vehicle must be able to see the rear lights of the towing
vehicle.
4.1.7. Drive to suit the trafc conditions. A maximum speed of 15mph is recommended in trafc.
4.1.8. the towed vehicle generally operates the brakes whilst keeping the rope taut, the powered vehicle to signal all maneouvres early.
4.1.9. The towed vehicle to copy the signals of the leading vehicle. Use hazard lights only when stationary, but not at trafc lights.
5. MAINTENANCE
5.1. Check the tow rope before and after each use for damage, aws or wear.
5.2. store the rope in a dry place at room temperature away from sunlight. Always keep the tow rope and the instructions in the bag in
which they were supplied.
