Staff Answer
Nov 03, 2026 - 10:34 AM
No, the M452 does not have a free spool or free fall mode. The drum stays geared to the handle at all times. To pay out wire rope, you disengage the ratchet and crank the handle counterclockwise. To wind or unwind unloaded rope faster, move the handle to the countershaft for the high-speed 4.42:1 ratio. Never move a load from the countershaft. The standard M452 has no brake and is rated for pulling only; if you need to lift or pull on an incline, step up to the M452B with the automatic disc brake.
