2016 OWNERS MANUAL / 0385
Prior to each use of the winch, check for the proper ratchet opera-
tion. Do not use the winch if it is damaged. Seek immediate repairs.
Never use the winch handle as a handle for pulling or maneuvering
the entire trailer or other equipment.
Never pull on the winch handle against a locked ratchet. Never
exceed the rated capacity of the winch. Excessive loads may
cause premature failure. Never apply a load on the winch with the
strap fully extended. Keep at least two full turns of the strap that is
on the reel. Inspect the condition of the winch strap.
Using a damaged or worn winch strap may result in serious injury or
damage. Check the winch straps frequently. The strength in these
can deteriorate from exposure to weather, ozone and ultraviolet
light (direct sunlight). If a strap becomes frayed or worn, replace it
immediately with a new one.
A heavy grease should be applied to the gears to provide a free-run-
ning drive and to minimize the effort you have to expend to crank
the boat onto the trailer.
The winch is intended solely as an aid to loading the boat on the
trailer. It is not recommended to use the winch as the sole method
for loading the boat onto the trailer. However, it is a satisfactory
assistant in the event of engine power loss. Also, it is not intended
or adequate to be the sole means of holding the boat in place while
loading the boat onto the trailer. Proper tie-downs fore and aft must
be used.
Swing Tongue
Ensure the swing tongue is folded fully forward, the pivot pin is
installed, and the keeper pin is installed in the bottom of the pivot
pin before towing. When folding the swing tongue open or forward
to the fully closed position, be sure that the brake hose is not kinked
or pinched in any way. A pinched or kinked brake hose will cause the
brakes to drag and overheat.
NOTE: Because all pins, fasteners and other components are
specially designed, high-strength components, any component re-
placement or adjustment of the swing tongue should be performed
by your authorized MasterCraft dealer.
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