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Self-Recovery Winch

Operator

’

s Guide

Instruction and Operation Manual

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Summary of Contents for Q9000 Synthetic

Page 1: ...The Trusted Source Self Recovery Winch Operator s Guide Instruction and Operation Manual Q_WINCH_GUIDE_BLACK_9000s_GLOVEBOX 9 24 12 3 37 PM Page 1 09242012153745...

Page 2: ...__________________________________ Serial Number on Gearbox Leg ________________________ Serial Number on Motor Leg ___________________________ On the Gearbox Leg Find the 11 digit number beginning wi...

Page 3: ...of Synthetic Winch Line 21 Troubleshooting 22 Section II Q Series Winching Guide Winching Guide Introduction 23 Part 1 Before you use your Q Series Winch Prepare winch line before you use your winch 2...

Page 4: ...ree rock or stump 35 Anchoring to another vehicle 35 Steps 6 11 Setting up the pull 35 37 Part 4 Engaging your Winch for the pull Steps 12 16 38 41 Part 5 Vehicle Recovery Winch Rigging Options Creati...

Page 5: ...EDURE NOTICES CONTAINED IN THIS OPERATORS GUIDE AND THE AC COMPANYING INSTALLATION MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR USE YOUR WINCH a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in deat...

Page 6: ...a Hoist Never Apply Load to Hook Tip or Latch Wind Rope on Bottom of Drum Moving Parts Hazard Hot Surface Hazard Finger Fairlead Crushing Hazard Always Use Supplied Hook Strap Properly Seat Load in T...

Page 7: ...to hook tip or latch Apply load only to the center of hook NEVER use a hook whose throat opening has enlarged or whose tip is bent or twisted ALWAYS use a hook with a latch ALWAYS ensure the operator...

Page 8: ...id injury from burrs NEVER use winch or winch rope for towing Shock loads can damage overload and break rope NEVER use a winch to secure a load NEVER operate this winch when under the influence of dru...

Page 9: ...disengaged ALWAYS inspect winch rope hook and slings before operating winch Frayed cut or damaged winch rope must be replaced immediately Damaged components must be replaced before operation ALWAYS P...

Page 10: ...r hook while someone else is at the control switch or during winching operation NEVER engage or disengage clutch if winch is under load winch rope is in tension or drum is moving NEVER touch winch rop...

Page 11: ...d a load ALWAYS be certain anchor will withstand load use appropriate rigging and take time to rig correctly NEVER use winch to lift or move persons ALWAYS spool the rope onto the drum in the directio...

Page 12: ...oute electrical cables through or near moving parts ALWAYS place the supplied terminal boots on wires and terminals as directed by the installation instructions NEVER lean over battery while making co...

Page 13: ...ls ALWAYS insulate and protect all exposed wiring and electrical terminals CUT AND BURN INJURY HAZARDS NEVER let winch rope slip through your hands ALWAYS wear heavy leather gloves when handling winch...

Page 14: ...one end of the drum This can damage the winch line or winch ALWAYS ensure the clutch is fully engaged or disengaged ALWAYS use care to not damage the vehicle frame when anchoring to a vehicle during a...

Page 15: ...use the operator can move forward to utilize this powerful and reliable piece of equipment to enhance the off road experience In the next section of this guide we will illustrate the primary component...

Page 16: ...h chafe guard Synthetic winch line is 85 in length and 3 8 in diameter The synthetic line is wrapped around the winch drum and fed through an aluminum hawse style fairlead Synthetic winch line feature...

Page 17: ...rough the winch mount or bumper 7 Clutch Control Clutch Lever allows manual engagement disengagement from the gear train Clutch must be fully engaged or in free spool Never attempt to shift lever when...

Page 18: ...lutch Operation There are two positions of the clutch handle The Clutch is either engaged or free spooling Clutch allows operator to manually engage or disengage the spooling drum from the gearset usi...

Page 19: ...rating the winch Remote Control Switch Positions Switch Up Winch Out Switch Down Winch In Switch Center Motor Off Always use extreme caution when remote is connected 19 NEVER leave the winch remote co...

Page 20: ...ential to the proper operation of your winch The minimum requirement for a 12 volt automotive DC battery is 650 Cold Cranking Amps Ask your Quadratec sales representative for details about heavy duty...

Page 21: ...winch line to repair it Only hook directly to the hook or thimble but never to the rope Use only mild soap and water to clean your winchline Regularly inspect and replace severely abraded winch lines...

Page 22: ...l completely dry Motor runs too hot long period of operation Let winch cool down periodically Motor runs slow or lacking power battery run down Recharge battery by running vehicle engine Insufficient...

Page 23: ...enges are two completely different situations To make sure you are ready for a trail recovery we highly suggest the following steps actions be taken ahead of your trip to ensure a safe and pleasant ex...

Page 24: ...ou do get into a recovery situation you want the peace of mind and experience of knowing that you have used your winch before This is especially true for using your new winch as the last thing you wan...

Page 25: ...recovery operation is different from the last However if you always remember the following guidelines each pull will be a safe and successful pull Think Safety at all times Plan your pull and pull to...

Page 26: ...ble by themselves or in handy money saving kits from Quadratec com Leather Gloves Winch Hook Strap Standard on Q Series Winch Tree Trunk Protector Heavy Duty D Ring Snatch Block Shovel Hand Tools and...

Page 27: ...use a length of cord or something similar This is extremely important Tree Trunk Protector This is a must if you plan on winching to a live tree or other large anchor point Using a chain or straight c...

Page 28: ...atch block doubled back from an anchor point to your vehicle your pulling capacity increases dramatically You can roughly double the pulling power of your winch We estimate pulling power actually incr...

Page 29: ...above is de termined by the terrain you will be going through If you do plan on using your winch due to advanced trail conditions we suggest that you have front and rear tow hooks mounted to the frame...

Page 30: ...rd you A winch line draped with a dampener such as a winch line blanket or even a heavy jacket can catch some of the energy if a winch line lets loose for any reason We carry a variety of affordable w...

Page 31: ...d Shovel Hi Lift Jack Tow Hooks Line Dampener A quick search in the online Quadratec Product Search will show all current category options or call 800 745 5337 to place an order 31 Q Gloves Tree D Rin...

Page 32: ...e greatest pulling power and the winch line to wind tightly and evenly onto the spooling drum creating a clean pull Hook the line as low as possible to the anchor point for the greatest leverage If a...

Page 33: ...all else fails Warning Shock or snap loads will over load line hook and winch mount Do not use vehicle power or movement to increase force during winch operation Step One Plan a safe pull Review your...

Page 34: ...self Step Five Secure Winch Line to Anchor Point Secure the winch line to the anchor point using one of the options below Never attach the winch hook back to the cable after wrapping it around the anc...

Page 35: ...seated in the ground Warning keep operator and bystanders clear of cable vehicle and fall line of rock tree or other anchor Anchoring to another vehicle This is one of the most common off road anchor...

Page 36: ...help absorb the energy if the winch line breaks During the winching operation make sure this line wrap does not enter the hawse fairlead If this wrap does fall off during the winching operation do no...

Page 37: ...ew mirror If you plan on winching from inside the cab of your vehicle run the remote cable through an open window and not through the door as the door will pinch the remote cable Step Eleven Check Hoo...

Page 38: ...one around you knows that you are executing the winching operation Step Twelve Start the Pull With an established safety zone in place a line wrap secure on the middle of the line and with the winch l...

Page 39: ...following is happening during the pulling process The winch line is pulling in tightly across the winch drum and not to one side This is extremely important as a side pull can damage your winch or the...

Page 40: ...e winch line back onto the winch drum This is an extremely important step as a tangled winch line can cause future problems if and when you use your winch again This step can be very dangerous as when...

Page 41: ...ched hook strap between the thumb and fore finger to keep tension on the winch line and walk the line towards the fairlead To prevent serious injury when the hook gets close to the fairlead make sure...

Page 42: ...tuations can occur at any time so we highly recommend carrying a Snatch Block at all times as part of your usual trail recovery tools Creating a Straight Pull During a winching operation it is extreme...

Page 43: ...atio reduction by the lack of diameter of the line on the drum of the winch By using a snatch block to effectively double or triple the length of line used in the pull you can gain significant power 1...

Page 44: ...and run the line through a snatch block Disengage the clutch and using the snatch block pull out enough line to reach your anchor point Secure to the anchor point with a tree trunk protector or choke...

Page 45: ...gh the second snatch block mounted to the anchor point secured with a tree trunk protector or choker chain with the use of a D Ring Secure the cable back to the vehicle and put the winch line through...

Page 46: ...at a beach or in the desert In this rare event using a shovel you must dig a substantial hole to bury a large object secured with a choker chain as an anchor point Large objects to consider may includ...

Page 47: ...how to make a safe and successful off road vehicle recovery The satisfaction of getting un stuck from a sticky situation in the field is one of the true pleasures of the off road lifestyle At Quadrat...

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