#$%^&*AU2006201035B220130404.pdf#####ABSTRACT A fish retrieval device is disclosed. The device is a frame 1, motor 13 and spool 5 arrangement with a control system (fig 2) and batteries (fig 2), that will, by actuating a variable speed switching arrangement (fig 2,15), retrieve a fishing line with a substantial load. The frame and associated hardware has connected to it an arm 8, to follow the direction of pull of the fish. The footpedal (fig 2,3) is depressed and power is supplied to the motor and the solenoid 21. The solenoid pulls a locking lever out of engagement with the brake disc 22, leaving the motor and worm free to rotate. The motor rotates and transfers motive power to the hub 15 via the gear 16. Assuming the drag handle 7 is wound tight, the friction disc arrangement 14 transfers maximum torque to the spool and it spins and retrieves the line. The switching arrangement, when released, will stop the retrieval of line and engage the solenoid actuated locking arm, so as to render the spool incapable of turning backwards and unspooling the line. If the drag is released slightly, the friction between spool and hub will decrease and the spool will be able to rotate backwards at a speed dependant on how much drag is released.00 0 r INR N 002: "ZI 00 0 V2 p it < rr:!m, w4I1~~ Cn 09 Zil.0 o%
