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not pull for more than one minute at or near the rated load.
CAUTION - If the motor stalls do not maintain power to the
winch. Electric winches are designed and made of intermittent
use and should not be used in constant duty applications.
CAUTION
- Never release the free-spool clutch when there is a load on
the winch.
CAUTION
- Use hand saver hook when handling the hook for spooling
or un-spooling the wire rope.
GENERAL TIPS FOR SAFE OPERATION
·
The 8000lbs and its all derivative types are rated at 8000 lbs
capacity when spooling the first rope layer on the drum. Overloads
can damage the winch/motor/ or wire rope. For loads over 6800 lbs.
we recommend the use of the pulley block/snatch block to double
the wire rope line. The will aid in two ways: a) reduce the number or
rope layers on the drum, as well as, b) reduce the load on the wire
rope by as much as 50%. When doubling the line back to the
vehicle, attach to the frame or other load bearing part.
·
The vehicle engine should be kept running during operation of the
winch to minimize battery drain and maximize power and speed of
the winch. If the winch is used for a considerable time with the
engine off the battery may be drained and too weak to restart the
engine
·
Get to know your winch before you actually need to use it. We
recommend that you set up a few test runs to familiarize yourself
with rigging techniques, the sounds your winch makes under
various loads, the way the cable spools on the drum, etc.
·
Inspect the wire rope and equipment before each use. A frayed or
damaged rope shall be replaced immediately. Use only
manufacturer’s identical replacement rope with the exact
specifications.
·
Inspect the winch installation and bolts to ensure that all bolts are
tight before each operation.
