Owners Manual 5-201-001 Issue 1
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MAINTENANCE & USE
PNEUMATIC FREESPOOL OPERATION
1. Dis-engage the drum by operating the pneumatic control valve.
2. Pull out the cable by hand, but leave at least 5 wraps on the drum.
3. Attach the load.
4. Engage the drum by moving the control valve lever to the
appropriate position. The freespool mechanism will spring return
but the drum will not engage until it has been rotated a little, by
hand. Do not attempt to pull a load until the drum is properly
engaged.
Note
: The mechanism is designed such that it cannot be dis-
engaged when the drum is underload.
5. Operate the winch.
MANUAL FREESPOOL OPERATION
1. To dis-engage the freespool (if engaged) pull the knob and turn
90° ensuring that the knob stays out.
2. Pull out the cable by hand, but leave at least 5 wraps on the drum.
3. Attach the load.
4. Engage the freespool by turning the knob 90° and then rotating
the drum by hand until the knob springs in.
Do not
attempt to pull a load until the drum is properly engaged.
5. Operate the winch.
RUNNING IN, MAINTENANCE & SERVICING
For optimum performance all hydraulic motors need running in. Run
for approximately 1 hour at 30% of maximum oil pressure.
LUBRICATION
Freespool Handle (manual freespool version) lubricate regularly
with light oil.
Drum Bearings - These are self-lubricating but are lubricated with
molydisulphide loaded bearing grease when assembled.
Gearbox - The gearbox is prefilled with BP Energol GR-XP 150 or
equivalent at the factory, this is suitable for temperate climate use. If
the winch is to be used in a different ambient temperature range then
please consult the list below and select and use the appropriate grade
oil.
ROUTINE SERVICE INSPECTIONS
IMPORTANT - Ensure your winch has been filled with oil before
use.
The following inspections should be carried out during routine
vehicle servicing:
1. Check the oil level in planetary gear box. Oil level should be
maintained. The oil specification recommended is BP Energol GR-
XP150 or equivalent, using approximately 0.5 litre.
2. Check the tightness of mounting bolts and all hydraulic
connections; remove any dirt or corrosion that may have
accumulated. Check the winch for operation in both directions.
3. Repairs should be carried out by authorised Superwinch repair
centres only. Do not attempt disassembly of the gearbox.
Disassembly will void warranty.
LUBRICATION
CLIMATE
TEMPERATURE
PLANETARY
GEARBOX
Arctic
-20°C to 25°C
Energol GR-XP100
Temperate
5°C to 40°C
Energol GR-XP150
Tropical
13°C to 65°C
Energol GR-XP220
SERVICING
Before you contact Superwinch or your nearest Dealer for parts,
please have ready the following information:
* Kit No. * Serial No. of Winch * Part No. Required
When ordering spare parts from these lists, always quote the winch
serial number and the part number
not
item number of the spare part
required. This will ensure the correct part is despatched to you. The
serial number of your winch is located on the data plate on the motor
support casting.
