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Motor Type | Permanent Magnet |
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Rope Type | Synthetic Rope |
Motor | 12V DC |
Line Length | 50 ft |
Line Diameter | 3/16 in |
Fairlead | Hawse |
Brake | Automatic Load Holding |
Gear Train | Planetary |
Clutch | Free-spooling |
Pulling Capacity | 2, 500 lbs (1134 kg) |
Explains the meaning of WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTICES, and NOTES used in the manual.
Warns about severe injury or death from moving parts during operation and spooling.
Alerts to hazards related to chemicals, fire, and electrical connections during installation.
Warns against using the winch for lifting persons or loads, and potential falling hazards.
Advises on avoiding cuts and burns when handling rope and hot surfaces.
Provides notices on preventing damage to the winch and equipment during use.
Identifies and describes structural components of a planetary gear winch.
Describes the different types of controls used to operate the winch.
Warns against operating or installing the winch without understanding the manual.
Explains the mechanics, controls, and load reactions of an electric winch.
Details how winch capacity is affected by rope layers and vehicle frame support.
Explains how a snatch block increases pulling power and changes direction.
Emphasizes wearing protective gloves for safe handling of rope and winch parts.
Details the use of a hook strap to protect fingers during spooling operations.
Describes D-Shackles as a safe means for connecting looped ends of cables and straps.
Explains the use of choker chains for anchoring and potential damage to trees.
Explains the importance of tensioning new wire rope for longevity and proper spooling.
Details step-by-step instructions for properly spooling wire rope onto the winch drum.
Guides on ensuring even winding to prevent rope damage and ensure brake function.
Emphasizes practicing winch use and assessing the situation before pulling.
Provides guidance on selecting secure and effective anchor points for winching.
Outlines the fundamental steps for rigging a single line pull operation.
Details how to attach the clevis/d-shackle and hook strap securely.
Covers connecting the remote, applying tension, and checking the anchor.
Ensures the rope is neatly wound and advises on laying something over the rope.
Provides a table of recommended run times and cool times for various load capacities.
Defines safe zones around the winching operation to protect spectators.
Instructs on starting winching slowly and ensuring even rope winding.
Describes when the winching operation is complete and how to secure the vehicle.
Provides steps for rewinding rope without tension, preventing kinks.
Explains how to use a snatch block to change pulling direction and maintain spooling.
Details how using snatch blocks increases mechanical advantage for more pulling power.
Describes double-lining with a snatch block to increase pulling power and reduce drum layers.
Guides on inspecting rope and hook for wear, damage, or kinks.
Provides guidelines for inspecting and replacing synthetic rope based on damage criteria.
Details how to clean the winch and store it properly with the clutch engaged.
Advises on warming the winch by freespooling rope in sub-freezing temperatures.
Emphasizes that user decisions are critical and safety awareness is paramount.