100722 - 3500 Lb. (1588 kg) WiNch
OPERATiON
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OPERATiON
general Tips for Safe Operation
Your 100722 winch is rated at a 3,500 lb (1,588 kg)
capacity in first layer (max) when spooling the first rope
layer on the drum. Overloads can damage the winch,
motor and/or synthetic rope. For loads over 1,750 lb.
(794 kg) we recommend the use of the pulley block/
snatch block to double the synthetic rope line. This will
aid in two ways:
–
reduce the number or rope layers on the drum,
as well as,
–
reduce the load on the rope by as much as 50%.
When doubling the line back to the vehicle, attach to the
tow hook, frame or other load bearing part. The vehicle
engine should be kept running during operation of the
winch to minimize battery drain and maximize power and
speed of the winch. If the winch is used for a considerable
time with the engine off the battery may be drained and
too weak to restart the motor.
Get to know your winch before you actually need to use
it. We recommend that you set up a few test runs to
familiarize yourself with rigging techniques, the sounds
your winch makes under various loads, the way the rope
spools on the drum, etc.
Inspect the synthetic rope and equipment before
each use. A frayed or damaged rope shall be replaced
immediately. Use only manufacturer’s identical
replacement rope with the exact specifications.
Inspect the winch installation and bolts to ensure that all
bolts are tight before each operation. Store the remote
control inside your vehicle in a place that it will not be
damaged.
Any winch that appears to be damaged in any way,
is found to be worn, or operates abnormally MUST
BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE UNTIL REPAIRED. It is
recommended that the necessary repairs be made by a
manufacturer’s authorized repair facility.
Pull only on areas of the vehicle as specified by the
vehicle manufacturer. Only attachments and/or adapters
supplied by the manufacturer are to be used.
Self Recovery
Locate a suitable anchor such as a strong tree trunk or
boulder. Always use a sling as an anchor point.
Your winch is equipped with a aluminum hawse to help
guide the synthetic rope and to reduce binding on short
side pulls. Do not winch from an acute angle as the
synthetic rope will pile up on one side of the drum causing
damage to synthetic rope and the winch.
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Short pulls from an angle can be used to straighten the
vehicle. Long pulls should be done with the synthetic rope
at a 90° angle to the winch/vehicle. When pulling a heavy
load, place a blanket or jacket over the synthetic rope five
or six feet from the hook.
In the event of a broken cable it will dampen the snap
back. For additional protection open the hood of the
vehicle. For pulls over 1,750 lb. (794 kg), we recommend
the use of the snatch block/pulley block to double line the
synthetic rope.
