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For example, this winch with a 5% duty cycle at 65%
maximum load must be allowed to rest for at least 14
minutes, 15 seconds after every 45 seconds of
continuous operation. Failure to carefully observe duty
cycle limitations can easily over-stress a winch, causing
premature winch failure.
Do not attempt to pull full rated load for more than 20
seconds. Release Power-In switch immediately when
winch drum/rope stops. Allow winch to cool and change
rigging as needed before continuing pull.
After Each Use
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Inspect rope for damage. Replace immediately if damaged.
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Power winch in to wrap rope on winch drum neatly. Watch rope carefully to make sure rope is
spooled evenly onto the drum to avoid damage to winch structure or mounting plate.
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Wipe external surfaces of the winch with a clean cloth.
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Make sure the Remote Control is turned off before stowing. It will automatically go to
standby/off mode after 10 minutes of inactivity.
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Store the Remote Control in a secure location in the vehicle such as the glove box or cargo
container.
Maintenance
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WARNING
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To prevent serious injury, disconnect the battery cables before performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
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To prevent serious injury from winch failure, do not use damaged equipment. If an abnormal
noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
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When operating a steel cable winch, be sure to check and maintain cable. Maintenance may
include lubricating rope occasionally with a light oil.
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The winch
’s internal mechanism is permanently lubricated. Do not open the housing. However,
if the winch is submerged, it should be opened, dried, and re-lubricated by a qualified technician
as soon as possible to prevent corrosion.
Rope Inspection and Care:
Wire Ropes
Inspect the rope before and after each use. Replace rope if it has broken wires, kinks, heavy
corrosion, or other damage.
Rope can be cleaned with low pressure jetted water. Allow to thoroughly dry before covering
winch.
Light mineral oil can be applied to steel ropes to minimize corrosion.
Synthetic Rope
Inspect the rope before and after each use. Replaced rope if it is damaged in any way as shown
in images below.
Rope with
Original Bulk
- No Damage -
Displaying 25%
strand volume
reduction REPLACE
Displaying multiple
cut strands
REPLACE
Abrasion Damage
25% Volume
reduction - REPLACE
Showing Full
Strand
- No Damage -
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