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Insure no load is on the winch line. Note: Always use gloves
when working with winch rope.
1.
To disengage the freespool (if engaged) pull up and rotate the clutch level to the
“Disengaged” position as shown below. If there is a load on the winch, the clutch lever
may not turn easily. DO NOT FORCE THE CLUTCH LEVER. Release tension on the winch,
by winching out hydraulically.
2.
Pull the cable out by hand, but leave at least 5 wraps on the drum.
3.
Engage the freespool by rotating the clutch lever to the “Engage” position, see the figure
below.
DO NOT ATTEMPT to pull a load until the drum is properly engaged.
4.
Attach the load
5.
Operate the winch.
7.
TIPS FOR EXTENDING THE LIFE OF YOUR WINCH
1.
KEEP A TIGHTLY WOUND ROPE DRUM
Do not allow the wire rope to become loosely- wound. A loosely-wound drum allows the
rope, under load, to work its way down into the layers of rope, cause it to bind and
possibly damage the rope.
2.
USE A PULLEY BLOCK AND SHACKLET FOR HEAVY LOADS
To maximize the winch and rope life, use a pulley block and shackle to double line heavier
loads.
3.
The pull required to start a load moving is often must greater than the pull required to
keep it moving. AVOID FREQUENT STOPPING AND STARTING during a pull.
