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MODEL #SE25 – 2,500LB (1134KG) WINCH
IMPORTANT SAfETy INSTRUCTIONS
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When re-spooling the cable, ensure
that the cable spools in the under-wind position with
the cable entering the drum from the bottom, not
the top.
To re-spool correctly, and while wearing gloves,
keep a slight load on the cable while pushing the
remote button to draw in the cable. Walk toward
the winch not allowing the cable to slide through
your hands. Do not let your hands get within 12 in.
of the winch while re-spooling. Turn off the winch
and repeat the procedure until a few feet of cable
are left. Disconnect the remote control and finish
spooling by rotating the drum by hand with the
clutch disengaged. Keep hands clear of the fairlead
and drum while the winch is under power.
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Use gloves to protect hands when
handling the cable. Never let the
cable slide through your hands.
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Do not wrap the cable around any
object and hook it back onto itself.
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Apply blocks to the wheels of the
vehicle when on an incline.
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Duration of winching pulls should
be kept as short as possible.
If the motor becomes uncomfortably hot to the
touch, stop winching immediately and let it cool
down for a few minutes. Do not pull for more than
one minute at or near the rated load.
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If the motor stalls, do not maintain
power to the winch.
Electric winches are designed and made for
intermittent use and should not be used in constant
duty applications.
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Never release the free spool clutch
when there is a load on the winch.
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Use the Hand-Saver strap when
handling the winch hook for
spooling or unspooling the cable.
