Harken LokHead 500, User Manual

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Winch LokHead 500
Final Installation
1� Carry out Installation Procedure, then install winch on a flat surface in selected position�
2� Position base of winch in selected area and mark holes or use drilling template�
Drilling template is available on Harken
®
website, www�harken�com� Download, print and compare template to winch to
verify that size of template and hole position/sizes are correct� See reduced-size template�
3� Remove winch and drill five (5) 6�2 mm diameter clearance holes� If drilling and tapping consult industry standards for
drill/tap size�
Important:
Do not countersink bolts�
4� Bolt base of winch to support plate� Use bolts that are the correct length for thickness and type of support plate� Consult
equipment supplier if in doubt� Use five (5) M6 Hex Head (HH) bolts, washers, and nuts�
5� To obtain correct Maximum Working Load (MWL) all five bolts, nuts, and washers must be securely tightened�
Install the handle socket as shown:
NOTE!
When downloading winch templates make sure you have correct size paper and that printer will
output at 100%. Before drilling holes verify that template is correct in every detail. Harken cannot
be responsible for incorrectly drilled holes because of a faulty template.
NOTE!
1/4" Hex Head bolts do not fit in the holes and cannot be used to mount winch.
4� Position the handle socket on the shaft� 5� Tighten the handle socket screw .
WARNING!
Failure to use correct number and length of mounting fasteners and/or failure to tighten them
correctly can result in winch pulling off suddenly and unexpectedly during high loads which may
cause load to drop, possibly resulting in severe injury or death.