3. Free the winch hook from its
anchor point and attach the hook
strap to the hook (if not already
attached).
Always keep hands and
clothing clear of the wire
rope, hook and fairlead opening
during operation and when
spooling.
4. Pull the wire rope to the anchor point. Be sure to keep a certain
amount of tension in the rope; when slackened, it can become twisted
and overwrap leading to rope damage.
Note:
Never winch when there are less than five wraps of wire rope
around the drum.
5. Secure the rope to the anchor point. (See
Choosing an anchor point
earlier in ths chapter.
6. Attach the clevis/D-shackle to the
two ends of the strap or chain and
through the hook loop. Be careful
not to overtighten (tighten, then
back-off
1
⁄
2
turn).
7. Lock (Engage) the clutch using
the lever on the winch.
2008 F-250/350/450/550
(f23)
Supplement
USA
(fus)
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