ATTACHING THE WINCH
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When attaching the winch, use three 3/8” dia. Grade-5 hardware and torque to 28-30 ftlbs
Mounting bolts will vary in length for each application.
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Check final installation and make sure winch is secured to mounting structure.
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The winch stand must be capable of supporting at least five times the rated capacity of the winch
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Mounting hardware not included.
HANDLE
ARM
DRUM
DRUM BOLT
RATCHET PAWL
INPUT SHAFT
HANDLE LOCKNUT
ATTACHING THE HANDLE
Assemble the handle onto the flatted input shaft end. Tighten the 1/2” -
13 locknut against handle and torque to 22-25 ft-lbs. Do Not over torque.
ATTACHING THE WINCH STRAP
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Always maintain a minimum of three complete wraps of strap on the drum.
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Winches designed for a strap have holes in the drums to accommodate a strap cross bolt.
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A grade5 bolt of the largest possible diameter is required for strap mounting
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Tighten the locknut just to where end play in bolt is taken up. Over-tightening can
deform drum.
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For winches having a strap anchor included, pass the strap loop under
the cross bolt, insert strap anchor in the strap loop, then pull tight.
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HANDLE
STRAP
HOOK
TRAILER WINCH -- 15957
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