ong.
Specifications
Model G8718 Come-Along:
Cable Configuration G8719-COME-ALONG/' >..........................Double-Line
Cable Diameter G8719-COME-ALONG/' >...............G8719-COME-ALONG/' >...............G8719-COME-ALONG/' >................
3 16
"
Pulling Length G8719-COME-ALONG/' >...............G8719-COME-ALONG/' >...............G8719-COME-ALONG/' >................... 47"
Pulling Capacity G8719-COME-ALONG/' >............... 4000 lbs. Rolling Load
Model G8719 Come-Along:
Cable Configuration ........... Single & Double-Line
Cable Diameter G8719-COME-ALONG/' >...............G8719-COME-ALONG/' >...............G8719-COME-ALONG/' >.................
1 4
"
Pulling Length:
Single-Line G8719-COME-ALONG/' >...............G8719-COME-ALONG/' >............................ 98"
Double-Line G8719-COME-ALONG/' >...............G8719-COME-ALONG/' >.......................... 49"
Pulling Capacity:
Single-Line ............ 4000 lbs. Rolling Load
Double-Line .......... 8000 lbs. Rolling Load
1. LOAD CAPACITY. Always be aware of the
rated capacity of your come-along setup
and the pulling weight of the load. DO NOT
exceed this capacity when pulling a load.
2. CABLE BIND. To ensure the cable does
not bind or kink, avoid twisting or bending
the cable. DO NOT wrap the cable around
any object and hook it back on itself, or pull
the cable over or around a corner.
3. COME-ALONG CONDITION. DO NOT
operate the come-along if any part of it is
damaged or inoperable. A failed come-
along can unexpectedly release cable ten-
sion causing serious property damage and
personal injury.
4. KEEP CABLE PATH CLEAR. To avoid
entanglement with the cable, always make
sure the path between the load and the
come-along is clear of people, animals,
and obstructions. An unexpected release of
cable tension can cause property damage
or serious personal injury.
5. HAND POWER ONLY. Using a powered
device or a device to lengthen the handle
may damage the come-along.
6. USE COME-ALONG AS DESIGNED. DO
NOT use the come-along as a hoist, lifting,
or for any purpose that it is not designed
for. The come-along is NOT a lifting or tow-
ing device and may break or cause serious
personal injury when used in this manner. -2-
G8718/G8719 Come-Along
Identification
Use
Figures 23 and the following descriptions
to become familiar with the components of your
come-along.
Figure 2. Hooks and main body (Model G8719
shown).
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Figure 3. Levers and ratchets.
G
H
J
I
A. Stationary Hook: Attach this hook to a
secure object that is able to withstand the
tension of the pulling operation.
B. Hanger: Hook the 1
st
hook to this hanger
when setting up for double-line pulling (Model
G8719 only).
C. 1
st
Hook: Use this hook for single-line pull-
ing or, for the Model G8719, connect it to the
hanger for double-line pulling.
D. 2
nd
Hook: Use this hook for attaching to the
load in a double-line setup (Model G8719
only).

Note: Because the Model G8718 is pre-con-
figured as a double-line come-along, it has
only a 1
st
hook.
E. Pulling Cable: This cable connects the
come-along and the load.
F. Handle: Use this handle to wind up the cable
and pull the load in.
G. Drum Safety Pawl Lever: Pull back on this
lever to release the winding drum safety
ratchet so that the cable can be pulled out
of the come-along. When released, the drum
safety pawl will spring back and engage the
winding drum ratchet.
Use the drum safety pawl lever ONLY when
the cable is NOT under tension or the pulled
load is in a stable location and will not move
when cable tension is released. Releasing
the drum safety ratchet when the come-
along is under dynamic tension can cause
the cable to whip at a high rate of speed
causing property damage or serious per-
sonal injury.
H. Winding Ratchet Lever: Press down on this
lever to disengage the winding pawl from the
winding drum ratchet.
I. Winding Pawl: This device engages the
winding drum ratchet and enables the handle
to wind the cable back into the come-along.
J. Winding Pawl Lock: Use this lever to lock the
winding pawl in position when it is engaged
with the winding drum ratchet. G8718/G8719 Come-Along
-3-
Pulling Capacity
When all other conditions of the pulling operation
remain the same, pulling capacity reduces as
the incline increases. For example, if your come-
along is rated at 4000 lbs. rolling load capacity at
0° incline, the pulling capacity can reduce to 1000
lbs. as you increase to a 45° incline (see
Figure
4).
The conditions of your operation directly affect the
pulling capacity of your come-along. For instance,
the initial pulling capacity may be reduced if the
load does not have wheels and is at a "dead stop."
Conversely, the pulling capacity can increase
when pulling a floating object across water.
Figure 4. Example of pulling capacity reducing
as incline increases.
NOTICE
The rated pulling capacity of your come-
along will vary with the conditions of your
operation. Always be aware of these condi-
tions when calculating the pulling weight of
the load.
Single and Double-Line Setups
A
single-line setup is when the hook at the end
of the pulling cable is connected to an attachment
accessory, such as a sling or eyebolt, of the load.
See
Figure 5 for a few typical examples. Figure 5. Examples of come-along hook up to
load.
In a
double-line setup, the pulling cable is
doubled back to the come-along body and forms
a loop. This configuration doubles the pulling
capacity of the come-along.
The Model G8718 is pre-configured as a double-
line come-along.
To configure the Model G8719 come-along for a
double-line setup, connect the hook at the end
of the pulling cable (1
st
hook) onto the hanger, as
shown in
Figure 6. The hook in the middle of the
pulling cable (2
nd
hook) becomes the end hook
of the pulling cable, and will attach to the load as
shown in
Figure 5.
Figure 6. Double-line setup (Model G8719 only).
1
st
Hook
Hanger
2
nd
Hook -4-
G8718/G8719 Come-Along
Operation
1. Read and understand this manual and all
safety warnings.
2. Put on thick leather gloves and safety glass-
es.
3. Determine the pulling weight of your load
and make sure your come-along setup is
adequate for the job.
4. Use the stationary hook to attach the come-
along to a non-moveable object that will
adequately withstand the tension of the pull-
ing operation.
5. Pull back on the drum safety release lever
and pull out the necessary length of cable to
hookup the load.
6. Mount a chain, sling, eyebolt, or other ade-
quate attachment accessory securely to your
load.
7. Connect the end hook of the pulling cable to
the attachment device on the load.
8. Make sure the winding pawl is engaged with
the winding drum ratchet, and the winding
ratchet lever is locked in position with the
ratchet lock.
9. Pump the handle back and forth to wind the
pulling cable onto the winding drum.
10. When your load has reached its destination,
make sure that it is supported so that it will
not move when the cable tension is released
on the come-along.
11. Unlock the winding ratchet lever, pull back
on the drum safety release lever, and pull out
enough cable so that you can unhook the end
hook from the load.
Maintenance

Use a light machine oil on the pivot points
of the winding drum, levers, and ratchets as
needed.

Before each use, check the pulling cable
for kinks, irregular bends, or fraying. If the
cable is damaged, replace it before using the
come-along.

Always keep the pulling cable tight and fully
wound into the winding drum when not in
use.

Store your come-along in a dry place to avoid
rust.
Before each use, examine the come-along,
pulling cable, and hooks for any damage.
When under the tension of pulling a load,
a damaged come-along can fail leading to
property damage, serious personal injury,
or death. G8718/G8719 Come-Along
-5-
G8718 Parts Breakdown and List
REF PART #
DESCRIPTION
REF PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
P8718001
CABLE 3/16"
19
P8718019
HANDLE
2
PB164M
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 70
20
P8718020
WINDING PAWL
3
P8718003
CASING PIPE
21
P8718021
CASING PIPE
4
P8718004
DOUBLE RATCHET WHEEL
22
PN01M
HEX NUT M6-1
5
PLW04M
LOCK WASHER 8MM
23
PLW03M
LOCK WASHER 6MM
6
PN03M
HEX NUT M8-1.25
24
PB119M
HEX BOLT M6-1 X 60
7
PB07M
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 25
25
P8718025
HANDLE GRIP
8
PLW04M
LOCK WASHER 8MM
26
P8718026
WINDING PAWL SPRING
9
PN03M
HEX NUT M8-1.25
27
P8718027
HANGER PULLEY
10
P8718010
HOOK
28
P8718028
HANGER PLATE
11
P8718011
HANGER
29
P8718029
BUSHING
12
P8718012
HANGER JOINT
30
PB07M
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 25
13
P8718013
HANGER PIN
31
PLW04M
LOCK WASHER 8MM
14
PEC09M
E-CLIP 6MM
32
PN03M
HEX NUT M8-1.25
15
P8718015
FRAME
33
P8718033
GUIDE CLIP
16
P8718016
COVER
34
PB18M
HEX BOLT M6-1 X 14
17
P8718017
SAFETY PAWL
35
PN01M
HEX NUT M6-1
18
P8718018
SAFETY PAWL SPRING -6-
G8718/G8719 Come-Along
G8719 Parts Breakdown and List
REF PART #
DESCRIPTION
REF PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
P8719001
CABLE 1/4"
18
P8719018
SAFETY PAWL SPRING
2
PB162M
HEX BOLT M10-1.5 X 90
19
P8719019
HANDLE
3
P8719003
CASING PIPE
20
P8719020
WINDING PAWL
4
P8719004
DOUBLE RATCHET WHEEL
21
P8719021
CASING PIPE
5
PLW06M
LOCK WASHER 10MM
22
PN02M
HEX NUT M10-1.5
6
PN02M
HEX NUT M10-1.5
23
PLW06M
LOCK WASHER 10MM
7
PB32M
HEX BOLT M10-1.5 X 25
24
PB13M
HEX BOLT M10-1.5 X 80
8
PLW06M
LOCK WASHER 10MM
25
P8719025
HANDLE GRIP
9
PN02M
HEX