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Tools Required
THIS WARNING IS GIVEN IN COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING:
This
product
contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer
birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
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Failure to follow these warnings and instructions may result in death, serious bodily injury and/or property
damage.
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Purchaser/owner must ensure that product is installed according to these instructions. Purchaser/owner must not
alter or modify the product.
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Operator and bystanders should never position any part of body under any portion of this product or the load
being supported or moved.
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Do not allow children to play on or around this product or the load being supported, lifted, or moved.
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Do not use winch as a hoist.
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Never exceed the maximum rated capacity. Refer to stamped markings on side of frame to obtain rated capacity.
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Always inspect the strap or rope and attachment before each use to make sure they are not damaged. Never use
worn, kinked, or frayed straps or rope.
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Never stand along side the winch strap, or rope or guide the strap, or rope with your hands.
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Never operate with slippery, wet, or oily hands and always maintain a firm grip on the winch handle. Do not
attempt to stop a winch by grabbing the handle while in motion.
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Always maintain a minimum of three complete wraps of rope on the drum, or three layers of strap on the drum.
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Only winches that have a hub diameter of 1-3/4” can accommodate steel cable. This winch will accommodate a
cable.
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Assure there is adequate safety factor, of at least 3 times the maximum load for all components used.
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A loud clicking sound from the ratchet must be heard when lifting the load. If a loud clicking sound is not heard
do not use and replace ratchet components immediately.
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Never release the crank handle unless the ratchet pawl is fully engaged and the load is supported.
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Never leave a load supported by the winch while the winch is unattended, as another person may attempt to
operate the winch, thereby creating an unsafe condition.
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This winch is designed for manual operation only and the load rating is based on an intermittent duty cycle.
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This winch is designed for use on watercraft trailers.
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Excessive force in turning winch handle may indicate overload. If you cannot crank the winch with one hand
you are potentially overloading the winch.
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Winches are not designed to secure boats to trailers while towing. Boat tie downs should be used for this
purpose.
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In no case will the ratchet pawl system hold the load when it is being let out.
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Periodically check mounting hardware for proper tightness and tighten if necessary.
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Always replace bent, broken, or worn parts before using this product.
¾” Socket
Ratchet Wrench
