Easy Operation; the Salalift II is manually operated, simply rotate the handle to raise or lower personnel or materials. Gear ratio is 6:1 with an average lifting speed of 12.75 ft/min. (no power source is required)60 ft. of 1/4" galvanized steel cable complete with carrying bag (60, 90 and 120 ft. lengths available in galvanized or stainless steel)Lightweight Design; 35 to 37 lbs. depending upon model for ease of useQuick-Mount System; incorporates a quick-mount bracket which mates with a bracket on all DBI/SALA support structures allowing the user to attach/detach device with a detent pin and makes retrofitting easy (no additional hardware needed)Free-Wheel Mode; an operator activated free wheel mode allows the drum to rotate and cable to pay-out freely as the attached worker descends or moves about (handle remains stationary)Built-In Fall Protection; The free-wheel mode has a built-in overspeed brake with energy absorbing capacity (similar to self retracting lifelines) which provides secondary fall protection and added securityOverload Clutch; a built-in overload clutch automatically slips to prevent severe overloading or damage, it also helps prevent injury to entangled personnel during raising operations