8
Getting Started
Unpacking Your Winch
•Unpack your new Mile Marker winch and ensure that all the parts are included by referring to parts list and exploded view
drawings provided in this manual.
NOTE:
If you find any missing or broken parts, please call Mile Marker as soon as possible at the number present on the cover
page of this manual.
Winch Mounting
NOTE:
Mile Marker recommends the use of its mounting systems for proper winch installation and optimum winch perfor-
mance. However, when not using Mile Marker Mounting System, ensure that the mounting platform is strong enough to meet
the maximum rated load of the winch in use. Mile Marker recommends steel plates with thickness of at least 0.25”.
Your Winch should be aligned and secured to a solid part of the vehicle (front or rear) where the full rated load will be evenly
distributed.
CAUTION:
It is essential that the mounting surface be flat and the winch is mounted such that the three major sections (Gear
housing end, drum and motor end) are in proper alignment.
1. Drill four mounting holes (10mm in Dia.), if necessary, according to the bolt pattern mentioned in the winch specifications.
2. Fasten the winch body to the mounting platform using the four Capscrews (M10 X 34mm) and Nuts (M10) provided.
3. Torque the Capscrews to about 35 ft-lb (47.5 N-m).
4. All Mile Marker Mounting Systems come predrilled with fairlead holes. If you are using any other mounting platforms, drill
two holes for the roller fairlead installation. Position the holes such that the fairlead opening hole stretches from the circumfer-
ence of the drum to the end of the maximum permissible layers on the drum in the direction cable is being rolled.
CAUTION:
When replacing the capscrews or when longer bolts are required, make sure that you use bolts of Grade 5 or greater.
