Powerfist 8942724, Manual

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8942724 12V DC Winch V1.0
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3. Connect the winch to a 12V power supply. The
12V automotive battery must be in good
operating condition. Consult the battery’s
safety and use instructions (Fig. 4).
a.
Attach the red battery cable to the
positive battery terminal.
b. Attach the black battery cable to the
negative battery terminal
4. Insert the remote control plug into the winch
(Fig. 5). Press both the IN and OUT buttons to
make sure they winch is functioning properly.
5. Twist the clutch knob out a quarter turn to the
left to disengage the brake (Fig. 6).
6. Pull out the cable by the hook strap until you
have the desired length out.
a.
Make sure there is always five turns of
cable on the winch drum.
7. Attach the steel cable to the load with a hook,
shackle, sling or chain capable of withstanding the
strain from winching the load. Make sure the
terminal tackle is secure to avoid an unintended
disconnection while winching.
a.
Consult the vehicle owner’s manual for anchor points to connect the
steel cable’s terminal tackle if connecting to another vehicle.
8. Re-engage the clutch by twisting the clutch knob to the right until it locks
in place.
9. Check that the line is straight without kinks or twisted. Do not wrap the
steel cable around the load or wind it around corners or obstacles.
10. Place a dampening device on the steel cable, if you have one available.
11. Press and hold the remote control’s IN button until the slack is removed
from the steel cable.
12. Recheck the connections to ensure the terminal tackle will not shift.
a. Check the clutch is engaged. Do not pull the clutch knob out when
the winch is under load.
13. Press and hold the remote control’s IN button to pull the load towards the
winch. Release the button when the load is in the final position.
a.
Secure the load in place if necessary. Use wheel chocks for a vehicle.
Fig. 6
Fig. 5