V1.0
800 lb Trailer Winch
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2. Thread the strap under the bushing (Fig. 3-1). Lay the strap loop
between the oval slots.
3.
Insert the bolt through the drum sides and loop. Secure with a locknut
on the gear side.
4.
Tighten the locknut enough so the bolt is snug, but can still slide in the slots.
5.
Wind the strap onto the drum.
OPERATION
RATCHET SWITCH
The ratchet switch has 3 positions: The higher position is for pulling. The
lower position is for releasing. The middle position is for both pulling and
releasing. This position can only be used when the winch is loaded.
Hold the crank handle tightly when changing the ratchet switch position.
WINDING/UNWINDING (NO LOAD)
1.
Place the ratchet switch in the center position.
a. The drum can move freely in both directions.
2. Grasp the hook and pull the cable until the hook can be attached to the
load.
3.
Rewind any excessive cable by turning the crank clockwise.
WINDING UNDER LOAD (TOWING OR LOADING)
1.
Hold the crank firmly, then push gently to relieve tension on the
ratchet switch.
2. Place the ratchet switch in the upper position.
3.
Turn the crank clockwise to wind up the cable.
a. Make sure to wind the cable evenly on to the drum.
UNWINDING UNDER LOAD (LOWERING, UNLOADING)
1.
Hold the crank firmly, then push gently to relieve tension on the
ratchet switch.
2. Place the ratchet switch in the lower position.
3.
Turn the crank counterclockwise to unwind the cable.
4.
The cable should be fully retracted again after use.
