Do not use the winch as a lifting device or a
hoist for vertical lifting.
The
“Power-Out” function should be used for relieving tension on the strap,
not for extended distances.
The
“power out” function drives the winch motor against the brake which is similar to driving your
vehicle with the parking brake engaged. Do not use the Power-Out function for lowering a load.
Winches are not designed to be used as hoists. Use the free-spool function to pay out strap. If
you power out over 25 feet, let the winch cool for 15 minutes.
Operation Instructions
NEVER engage the clutch while the drum is
rotating.
1.Disengage Clutch For
Free-Spooling
Turn the clutch knob to the free-spool position.
Strap can now free-spool off the drum.
Figure 10.
2. Engage Clutch For Winching
Turn the clutch knob to the engaged position.
Never engage the clutch while the drum is rotat-
ing. Figure 11.
2.3 Safe Working Conditions
The operator should ALWAYS operate the winch from a safe position when pulling a load. The
safest area is perpendicular to the winch strap.
The safe position will help prevent the strap from striking the operator if the strap fails when under load.
NEVER work around the winch strap while it is under load.
NEVER step over a winch strap while it is under load.
ALWAYS use caution when working with electricity and remember to verify that no exposed
electrical connections exist before energizing your winch circuit.
2.4 Clutch Operation
NEVER engage or disengage clutch if winch is under load, winch strap is in tension or drum is
moving.
To prevent damage, ALWAYS fully engage or fully disengage the clutch knob.
The clutch lever, located on the winch housing opposite the motor, controls the clutch position. When
the clutch is engaged, the gear train is coupled to the winch drum and power can be transferred from
the winch motor.
Figure 10 - Disengage Clutch
Disengaged
Figure 11 - Engage Clutch
To engage,
turn knob
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
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