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CABLE INSTALLATION
An “A” or “B” decal on the clutch end bearing indicates the spooling direction of
the cable. Also, a letter “A” or “B” is stamped in the end bearing on the clutch
end indicating rotation direction. If the decal is damaged or unreadable, contact
Customer Service for additional instructions to determine proper direction.
To
reverse the rotation direction, exchange positions of the cartridge and
plug shown at right.
1.
Unwind cable by rolling it out along the ground to prevent kinking. Securely
wrap end of cable, opposite hook, with plastic or similar tape to prevent
fraying.
2.
Place taped end of cable into hole in cable drum as shown below. Use the
3/8-16NC x 1/2” long hex socket drive setscrew (included with drum
assembly item #1) to secure cable to drum.
3.
Carefully run winch in the "reel-in" direction. Keeping tension on end of
cable, spool all the cable onto the cable drum, taking care to form neatly
wrapped layers.
After installing cable, check freespool operation. Disengage clutch and pull on
cable at a walking speed. If cable “birdnests”, loosen jam nut (item #20) and
turn nylon setscrew (item #17) clockwise to increase drag on drum. If cable pull
is excessive, loosen nylon setscrew by turning counterclockwise. Tighten jam
nut when proper setting is obtained.
CAUTION:
OVER-TIGHTENING OF JAM NUT
MAY STRIP NYLON SETSCREW.
MAINTENANCE
1.
Inspect the cable for damage and lubricate frequently. If the cable becomes
frayed with broken strands, replace immediately.
2.
Check that the clutch is fully engaging. See OPERATION instructions, above,
for the appropriate clutch shifter. FOR MANUAL CLUTCH ONLY: Monthly,
disengage clutch, put several drops of oil on the clutch handle shaft and
work clutch handle IN and OUT several times to lubricate inside the shifter
assembly.
3.
Check to see that the drum cable does not overrun (“birdnest”) when
freespooling. Refer to page 3 if it does.
4.
Replace drum bushings and seals if seals begin to seep grease. Refer to the
Overhaul Instructions, pages 7-12. Add additional lubricant, Mobilith SHC
007, to gears and drum bearings if required.
