ZEAK 5500-LB, Owner'S Manual

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the rated load. Do not maintain power to the winch if the motor stalls. Double line rigging will help
prevent overloading and should be used whenever practical.
18. When finished pulling the load, reverse the direction of the winch just enough to release tension
on the wire rope so that you can unfasten the hook from the load and reel in the wire rope.
19. Disconnect the Pendant Controller after use.
Duty Cycle (Duration of Use)
Avoid damage to the winch by not winching for more than the prescribed duty cycle time.
The Duty Cycle defines the amount of time, within a 15 minute period, during which a winch can
operate at its maximum capacity without overheating.
For example, this winch with a 5% duty cycle at its 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 contribution to premature winch failure.
After Each Use
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WARNING
Wipe external surfaces of the winch with clean cloth.
Maintenance
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WARNING
• To prevent serious injury from accidental operation: disconnect the battery cables before
performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
• To prevent serious injury from winch failure: do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise
or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
• Lubricate the wire rope occasionally with a light oil.
• 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.