TM 9-2320-386-10 2-59 2-18. OPERATION OF FRONT WINCH (Contd) .WARNING. When hooking up for winching operations, position throat (open part) of hook upward in case overloading straightens out hook. Failure to do so may result in death or injury to personnel. (2) Fasten winch cable (11) to load (10) being pull. NOTE For an excessively heavy load, use a snatch block. To pull load that is not in a direct line, use snatch block and utility chain. (3) To pull a load (12) that is not in direct line, use snatch block (14) and utility chain (15) as shown. Ensure from drum lock knob (8) is disen- gaged. (4) Move winch clutch control lever (3) to the IN position (toward passenger side of vehicle). (5) Start engine (para. 2-12). (6) Place winch control valve lever (16) to the ENGAGE position. (7) Hold winch control switch (15) in PAY IN position. 3 10 5 11 8 12 11 14 13 1 15 15 2