Safety Warnings & Precautions Continued
11) KEEP PULLING DURATIONS AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE:
The winch is designed for intermittent use and cannot be used in constant duty applications. Do not
pull more than one minute at or near rated load. If the motor becomes too hot to touch, stop and let it
cool off for a few minutes. If the motor stalls, cut off the power immediately.
a.
DO NOT OVERLOAD:
Always use this winch at its rated capacity for your safety and for better performance. Do not
use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed its rated capacity.
12) AVOID CONTINUOUS PULLS FROM EXTREME ANGLES
:
This will cause the rope to pile up at one end of the drum. When possible, please get the rope
as straight as possible to the direction of the object.
13) NEVER OPERATE THE WINCH WITHOUT THE ROPE FAIRLEAD FITTED
:
Operator injury or winch damage can result if a fairlead is not installed.
14) STAY ALERT:
Watch what you are doing. Use your common sense. Do not use this winch when you are tired,
stressed or
WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR MEDICATION.
15) DISCONNECT SWITCH:
Unplug switch when not in use.
16) REPLACEMENT PARTS & ACCESSORIES:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty.
Approved accessories are available from your local distributor.
Winch Warnings & Precautions
1)
Keeps hands and body away from Fairlead (cable intake slot) when operating.
2)
Secure vehicle in position before using winch.
3)
Do not exceed winch load weight capacity (see Specifications on Page 1).
4)
Be certain winch is properly bolted to a structure (or vehicle) that can hold the winch load.
5)
Always use proper couplings when connecting winch cable hook to load.
6)
Do not lift items vertically. The winch was designed for horizontal use only.
7)
Do not overload the winch (see Specifications on page 1). It will do the job better at the load it
was intended.
8)
Do not use inappropriate attachments to extend the length of the winch cable.
9)
Never lift people or hoist loads over people.
10)
Never come in between the winch and the load when operating.
11)
Do not apply load to winch when cable is fully extended. Keep at least
5 full turns
of cable on
the reel.
12)
After moving an item with the winch, secure the item. Do not rely on the winch to hold it for an
extended period.
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