TUNGSTEN T3000 - Page 4

TUNGSTEN T series ATV winch
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MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to minor or moderate injury.
• Always spool the rope onto the drum in the direction specified by the winch warning label
on the winch and/or documentation. This is required for the automatic brake (if so equipped)
to function properly.
• Always prestretch wire rope and respool under load before use. Tightly wound wire rope
reduces chances of “binding”, which can damage the rope.
• Always inspect, rope, hook, and slings before operating winch. Frayed, kinked or damaged
rope must be replaced immediately. Damaged components must be replaced before
operation. Protect parts from damage.
• Never leave remote control plugged into winch when free spooling, rigging, or when the
winch is not being used.
• Never hook rope back onto itself. In this case it cause rope be damaged.
• Always use a choker chain, choker rope, or tree trunk protector on the anchor.
• Always be certain the anchor you select will with stand the load and the strap or chain will
not slip.
• Never engage or disengage clutch if winch is under load, rope is in tension or drum is
moving.
• Always select an anchor point as far away as possible. This will provide the winch with its
greatest pulling power.
• Never winch with less than 5 wraps of rope around the drum. The rope could come loose
from the drum.
• Never touch rope or hook while in tension or under load.
• Never use winch to secure a load.
• Always use a hook with a latch
• Always insure hook latch is closed and not supporting load.
• Never use winch to lift or move persons.
• Never use winch as a hoist or to suspend a load.
AVOID WINCH AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
• Always avoid side pulls which can pile up rope at one end of the drum. This can damage
rope or winch.
• Always ensure the clutch is fully engaged or disengaged.
• Never use winch to tow other vehicles or objects. Shock loads can momentarily exceed
capacity of rope and winch.
• Always avoid “powering out” for extended distances. This causes excess heat and wear on
the winch motor and brake.
• Always use carefully to protect the vehicle frame when anchoring to a vehicle during a