Installation Instructions
(Continued)
Step #6
Find an appropriate positive (red) fused terminal point in the vehicle fuse box that is able
to supply 70 amps of current and connect the red Remote Control-to-Battery
cable directly to the fuse terminal (without cutting wires). Connect the negative (black)
cable to the vehicle metal frame or a ground lug on or near the battery. Re-connect the
positive (red) battery cable to the battery. Unfasten the clutch by pulling out, then turn
the Clutch Knob to lock it in the OUT position.
Step #7
Pull the cable 5 feet out for testing purposes. Test Utility winch for proper operation.
Refer to the operation section below.
Operation Instructions
NOTE: The vehicle battery must be fully charged and the engine
running before using the winch.
1. The clutch should be in the OUT position (refer to Step # 6 in
the Installation Instructions).
2. Grab the hook with the manual handle and pull out the cable to the desired
length then attach the hook to the item being pulled. At this time, confirm the hook’s
spring-loaded latch is set.
NOTE: Leave at least 5 turns of the cable on the drum always. Read
over Winch safety warnings & precautions before continuing.
3. To pull another object, re-engage the clutch by turning the Clutch Knob until it is
secure in the IN position.
To avoid damaging the vehicle transmission, do not have the
transmission in park or in any gear. Make sure to set the
emergency brake and place wheel chocks, then put in neutral.
4. While standing along the tow path, press & hold the IN pushbutton on the
Remote Control to pull the load. If the load does not move, release pull switch and
confirm whether any obstacles are blocking the load from moving or if load is too
heavy to move. Now, press and hold the OUT pushbutton to release the load.
Before reversing directions, make sure motor stops.
5. After pulling, secure the load so that it does not move in either direction.
This utility winch is designed for intermittent use only and
should not be used in a constant duty application. The duration
of the winching job should be kept as short as possible. If the
winch motor becomes too hot, stop the winch and let it cool off.
Never pull for more than one minute, at or near the rated load.
Do not maintain power to the winch if the motor stalls as it can
damage the winch.
Maintenance
Lubrication
A.) No internal lubrication is required as all moving parts inside the winch have been
lubricated using high temperature lithium grease at the factory. Lubricate cable
every so often using a light penetrating oil.
Cable Assembly Replacement (to be performed only by a qualified technician)
A.) Move the Clutch handle to the OUT position. Extend Cable Assembly to the
full length. Notice how the existing cable is connected to the inside of the drum.
Remove the old cable assembly and secure the new one. Retract cable onto
cable drum being careful not to allow kinking.
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