Read the following carefully before attempting to operate your winch and keep the instructions for future reference.
1.
This winch is fitted with an in-built thermal overload to prevent damage. If the winch stops during operation turn
the winch off and allow it to cool before continuing
.
2.
The uneven spooling of cable, while pulling a load, is not a problem, unless there is a cable pile up on one end of the
drum. If this happens, reverse the winch to relieve
the load and move your anchor point further to the centre of the
vehicle
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On completion of winching, unspool and rewind for a neat lay on the drum;
refer point 14 below.
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3.
Store the remote control switch inside your vehicle where it will not become damaged. Inspect it before you plug it in.
4.
When ready to begin spooling in, plug in remote control switch with clutch disengaged. Do NOT engage clutch with
motor running
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5.
Never connect the hook back to the cable.This causes cable damage. Always use a sling or chain of suitable strength
.
6.
Observe your winch while standing at a safe distance. Stop the winching
process every metre or so to assure the
cable is not pulling up in one corner. Jamming the cable can break your winch.
7
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Do not attach tow hooks to winch mounting apparatus
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They must be attached
to vehicle frame
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8.
The use of a snatch block will aid recovery operations by providing a doubling of the winch capacity and a halving of
the winching speed, and the means to maintain a direct line pull to the centre of the rollers.When double loading
during stationary winching, the winch hook should be attached to the chassis of the vehicle.
9.
Ensure rated "D" or bow shackles are used in conjunction with an approved tree trunk protector to provide a safe
anchor point. Always use shackles that comply with AS/2741 – 2002. A 4.7 Tonne shackle is recommended.
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10.
When extending winch cable, ensure that at least five wraps of cable remain on drum at all times. Failure to do this
could result in the cable parting from the drum under load. Serious personal injury or property damage may result
.
11.
All winches are provided with a
Red Marking
on the cable to identify that 5 cable wraps remain on the winch drum.
When this mark appears at the rollers, no recovery should be attempted beyond this marking.
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12.
Since the greatest pulling power is achieved on the inner most layer of your winch, it is desirable to pull off as much
line as you can for heavy pulls (you must leave at least 5 wraps minimum on the drum-red cable). If this is not practical
use a snatch block and double line arrangement
.
13.
Draping the dampener supplied or similar object over the extended winch cable is recommended as it will dampen any back
lash should a failure occur
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14.
Neat, tight spooling avoids cable binding, which is caused when a load is applied and the cable is pinched between
other cable spools. If this happens, alternatively power the winch in and out. Do not attempt to work a bound cable
under load - free by hand.
15.
Apply blocks to wheels of winching vehicle when vehicles are on an incline.
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16.
Battery:
• Be sure that the vehicle’s battery is in good condition. Avoid contact with battery acid or other contaminants.
• Always wear eye protection when working around a battery
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• Have the engine running when using the winch to avoid flattening the battery.
Winch Operation Warnings
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