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S H O R E S T A T I O N
L A K E F R O N T S Y S T E M S
OVER-CRANKING THE WINCH MECHANISM
WARNING:
Continuing to crank the winch mechanism once the platform is in its fully raised position will create
tremendous internal loading of the cables, pulleys, the winch assembly and its components. This overloading may
cause some components to fail. Once the platform has reached its fully raised position, discontinue cranking.
New versions of the aluminum lift models with the mechanical winch system have an automatic stop
mechanism built into the lift so that the wheel cannot be turned once the platform has reached its fully raised
position. Make sure your automatic stop mechanism is properly installed and maintained to eliminate over
cranking.
Do not exceed the maximum lifting capacity of this unit. Overloading may cause mechanical failure and serious
personal injury.
Do not board the watercraft on the lift while the lift is being raised or lowered.
Completely lower the lift
’s platform before removing the winch cover to work on or inspect the winch. Never reach
through the hand wheel and manipulate any of the winch mechanism when the platform is raised.
MAINTENANCE
REFER TO OUR ONLINE PARTS RESOURCING SYSTEM FOR YOUR PARTICULAR LIFT WHEN ORDERING
REPAIR PARTS FROM YOUR DEALER
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It is recommended that your ShoreStation lift be thoroughly inspected at the start of each season.
Check all fasteners for tightness.
Check the frame thoroughly for bent members and signs of fatigue.
Check the pulleys periodically to make sure they are turning at all times and are not damaged.
Inspect all cables for fraying, wearing and deterioration. Check the stress on the cable attaching ends. If any of
the above signs appear, replace the cables immediately.
Check the winch mechanism to make sure it is functioning properly. A winch servicing schedule must be
followed annually to prevent possible failure.
Grease the winch drive chain at the start of each season.
MANUAL WINCH MECHANISM
Remove the large hand wheel and apply a light coating of grease on the acme threads to prevent the wheel
hub from seizing to the drive shaft. To remove the hand wheel, use the following instructions:
With the lift in the lowered position, remove the acorn nut and flat washer from the winch drive shaft. Turn the lift
wheel counterclockwise on the drive shaft. This will thread the wheel off of the drive shaft.
Remove the oilite washer, ratchet sprocket and clutch plate.
Inspect the brake disc pad for glazing on the braking surfaces. The braking surfaces can be reconditioned by using
Emory cloth to clean the surfaces from rust and glazing. While cleaning, inspect the surfaces of the clutch plate for
stress cracks. If stress cracks appear on the clutch plate, replace before reassembling.
Replace the reconditioned clutch plate or new clutch plate and ratchet sprocket. (Be sure the ratchet is properly
positioned and aligned so it will engage the notches or teeth on the outer diameter of the sprocket.)
