Windlass With Double Coil:

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For use with small windows.

Attach windlass firmly to window so that both coils are turned away from application point of wire

Fig 1: Attaching Windlass Firmly To Window
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Feed either the upper wire end into the lower coil or the lower wire end into the upper coil
Fit reversible ratchet on coil and tension wire
Cut through approx. 10 cm of bonding joint
Feed other wire end into free coil so that the wires cross

Fig 2: Feeding Other Wire End Into Free Coil
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Continue cutting bonding joint by alternately using the coils
Both wires meet ahead of both coils when removal is completed
Remove "Roll Out 2000"