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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact 

and undamaged.  If any parts are missing or broken, 

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Page 1: ...rence 20h When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2020 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manua...

Page 2: ...o reduce the risk of Electric Shock or injury Use indoors Only 2 Do not pull more than rated load Be aware of dynamic loading Sudden load movement may briefly create excess load causing product failure 3 Do not operate winch with twisted kinked or damaged wire rope Inspect wire rope carefully before every use 4 Do not operate a damaged or malfunctioning winch Inspect winch carefully and test opera...

Page 3: ...ier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord 6 Inspect the winch as explained in Frequent Inspection on page 8 after installation but before use inspection testing and Maintenance Specific Safety information 1 Perform a Frequent Inspection at least monthly see page 8 2 Perform a Periodic Thorough Inspection at least yearly see page 9 3 More frequent inspections are needed for winche...

Page 4: ...having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal 9 Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the winch is...

Page 5: ...l information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 11 1 The supporting structure the winch is mounted to including trolley monorail or crane must be designed to withstand the loads and forces imposed by the winch for the rated load 2 Secure the Mounting Frame 28 of the Winch to the Mounting Channel 35 Use hardware of SAE Grade 5 or higher Torque...

Page 6: ...OM WincH FailUrE Do not use damaged equipment if adjustments or repairs are necessary or any defects are known have the problem corrected before further use 3 Do not operate a winch with an out of order sign 4 Only a qualified technician should perform maintenance to the winch 5 Do not use the wire rope as a ground for welding Do not touch a welding electrode to the wire rope 6 Designate a work ar...

Page 7: ...ion to load balancing and hitching or slinging to prevent load slipping Moving the load 1 Do not engage in any activity which will divert the operator s attention while operating the winch 2 Respond to signals from a designated person only However always obey a stop signal no matter who gives it 3 Do not move a load with the winch until the operator and all other personnel are clear of the load 4 ...

Page 8: ...t limit the speed of load during lowering with or without power to prevent uncontrolled or rapid lowering 4 Frequent Hook Inspection Check hooks for the following problems a distortion such as bending twisting or increased throat opening b wear c cracks nicks or gouges d latch engagement if equipped e damaged or malfunctioning latch if equipped f hook attachment and securing means 5 Frequent Winch...

Page 9: ...ng in appreciable loss of original strength such as described below and have a qualified technician determine whether further use of the rope would constitute a hazard a Check points listed in Frequent Winch Rope Inspection on page 8 b Check for reduction of rope diameter below nominal diameter due to loss of core support internal or external corrosion or wear of outside wires c Check for severely...

Page 10: ...l lubrication is required Lubricate the wire rope periodically using a light penetrating oil 6 After maintenance work is completed and before restoring the winch to normal operation a reinstall guards b reactivate safety devices c remove replaced parts and loose material d remove maintenance equipment testing 1 Before use test repaired winches and winches that have not been used for a year or more...

Page 11: ...5 Clip 1 6 Bushing Gear Carrier 1 7 Input Gear Carrier Assembly 1 8 Washer 1 9 Output Gear Carrier Assembly 1 10 Spacer 1 11 Dish Gear 1 12 Washer 1 13 Tie Bar 2 14 Nut M5 2 15 Tension Plate 1 16 Gear Box Cover 1 17 Bushing 1 18 Flat Washer 6 part Description Qty 19 Spring Washer 6 20 Drum Assembly 1 21 Inner Hex Head Bolt M5 x 12 2 22 Cross Head Bolt M5 x 12 2 23 Inner Flat Head Bolt M5 x 132 2 2...

Page 12: ...indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities criminal activity improper installation normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or lim...

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