Manual hand-operated gear drive winch, model HWG-600, is designed for many lifting, lowering and pulling applications. Equipped with a load pressure brake that holds the load at any required height during hoisting and lowering and prevents and unintentional lowering of the load. Adjustable crank handle for fast lifting of smaller loads, resulting in lowest possible handle effort and rapid winding of he rope. All rotating parts are maintenance-free. Suitable for operation in ambient temperatures of 14 degrees through 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Capacity 600 lbs.