Rhino Winch 3000lb, Operation Manual

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3000lb - 4500lb
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English
WARNING
MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
•
Always ensure the hook latch is closed
correctly.
•
Never apply a load to the hook tip or latch.
Apply the load only to the center of the
hook.
•
Never use a hook if the throat opening has
increased, or the tip is bent / twisted.
•
Always use a hook with a latch.
WARNING
CUT AND BURN HAZARD
To avoid injury to hands and fingers:
•
Always wear leather gloves when handling
the winch rope.
•
Always be aware of possible hot surfaces
such as the winch motor, drum or drop
during / after use.
CAUTION
MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
To avoid injury to hands and fingers:
• Never
leave any remote control where
it can be activated during free spooling,
ringing or when the winch is not being
used.
• Never
leave the wireless winch remote
control turned on when installing, free
spooling, rigging, servicing winch or when
the winch is not being used.
CAUTION
CUT AND BURN HAZARD
• Never
let winch rope slip through your
hands.
AVOID WINCH AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
• Always
avoid side pulls that can bunch the rope at one end of the drum.
This can damage the rope or the winch.
• Always
ensure the clutch is fully engaged or disengaged.
• Always
take care not to damage the vehicle frame when winching.
• Never
fully submerge the winch in water.
• Always
store the remote controls in a clean, dry area.