Installation Safety
continued
:
ALWAYS
complete the winch installation and hook
attachment before installing the wiring.
ALWAYS
keep hands clear of winch rope, hook loop,
hook and fairlead opening during installation, operation,
and when spooling in or out.
ALWAYS
position fairlead with printed warning
readily visible on top.
ALWAYS
prestretch rope and re-spool under load before
use. Tightly wound rope reduces chances of “binding”,
which can damage the rope.
Winching Safety:
ALWAYS
ensure the clutch is fully engaged
or disengaged.
ALWAYS
inspect winch rope, hook, and slings before
operating winch. Frayed, kinked or damaged winch rope
must be replaced immediately. Damaged components
must be replaced before operation.
Protect par ts from damage.
ALWAYS
remove any element or obstacle that may
inter fere with safe operation of the winch.
ALWAYS
be cer tain the anchor you select will withstand
the load and the strap or chain will not slip.
ALWAYS
use supplied hook strap whenever spooling
winch rope in or out, during installation and operation.
9
MOVING PARTS
ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS LIST
Never Apply Load to
Hook Tip or Latch
Properly Seat Load in
Throat of Hook
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