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Operation
Figure 8 - FREESPOOL Adjustments
1. Adjusting Nut
2. Jam Nut
CAUTION
Setting the preload on the intermediate
shaft too tight will cause bearing overload.
Setting the preload too loose will allow
shaft to not be parallel. Use caution when
adjusting. Determine the correct preload
by starting with the preload too loose, and
gradually increase the preload until the
correct resistance to rotation is achieved
(see Page 18). Increase the preload by
turning the adjusting screw by a maximum
of 1/6 rotation (60 degrees), and striking
the housing with a mallet to make sure
the bearing is sliding. Check resistance
to rotation after each adjustment.
The addition or removal of shims for the preload on the
bearings of the intermediate shaft requires the removal
of the cover for the intermediate shaft. This adjustment is
normally only necessary if the winch has had an overhaul.
See the Service Manual if this adjustment is required.
FREESPOOL Drag Adjustment for AW6F-4062 and
above with Exterior Drag Adjust
The preload on the bearings of the intermediate shaft
controls the resistance to rotation of the drum during the
FREESPOOL operation. The resistance to rotation is
correct when the drum can be rotated by hand, but the
drum will not rotate more than one-half revolution freely.
On W6F winches with S/N 4062 and above, an adjusting
screw is located in the center of the bearing retainer
for the intermediate shaft; please refer to Figure 8. This
screw can be tightened or loosened to adjust the preload
on the intermediate shaft. The jam nut will maintain the
FREESPOOL setting.
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