FALLING OR CRUSHING HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to
serious injury or death.
•
Always
stand clear, keep hands clear, keep others away.
• Never operate winch with less than 5 wraps of wire
rope/10 wraps of synthetic rope around the drum. Rope
could come loose from the drum, as the rope attachment
to the drum is not designed to hold a load.
• Never use winch as a hoist or to suspend a load.
• Always be certain anchor will withstand load, use
appropriate rigging and take time to rig correctly.
• Never use winch to lift or move persons.
• Never use excessive eff ort to freespool winch rope.
•
Always
use proper posture/lifting technique or get lifting
assistance while handling and installing product.
• Always wind the winch rope on bottom (mountside) of
drum.
• Never wind rope over top of drum.
• Always spool the winch rope onto the drum in the
direction speci ed by the drum rotation labels on the
winch and/or in the documentation. This is required for
the automatic brake (if so equipped) to function properly.
CUT AND BURN HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to
serious injury or death.
To avoid injury to hands and ngers:
• Always wear heavy leather gloves when handling winch
rope.
• Always be aware of possible hot surfaces at winch
motor, drum or rope during or after winch use.
WARNING
WARNING
MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to
serious injury or death.
•
Always
ensure hook latch is closed and not supporting load.
•
Never
apply load to hook tip or latch. Apply load only to
the center of hook.
•
Never
use a hook whose throat opening has increased, or
whose tip is bent or twisted.
•
Always
use a hook with a latch.
•
Always
ensure the operator and bystanders are aware of
the stability of the vehicle and/or load.
•
Never
hook back on rope.
WARNING
CHEMICAL AND FIRE HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to
serious injury or death.
•
Always
remove jewelry and wear eye protection.
•
Never
route electrical cables across sharp edges.
•
Never
route electrical cables near parts that get hot.
•
Never
route electrical cables through or near moving parts.
•
Always
place the supplied terminal boots on wires and
terminals as directed by the installation instructions.
•
Never
lean over battery while making connections.
•
Never
route electrical cables over battery terminals.
•
Never
short battery terminals with metal objects.
•
Always
verify area is clear of fuel lines, fuel tank, brake
lines, electrical wires, etc., when drilling.
•
Always
consult operator’s manual for proper wiring details.
•
Always
insulate and protect all exposed wiring and
electrical terminals.
•
Always
connect red (+) power cable ONLY to the positive
(+) terminal of the battery.
•
Always
connect black ground (-) power cable ONLY to the
negative (-) terminal of the battery.
•
Never
connect red (+) power cable to the negative (-)
terminal of the battery.
WARNING
WARN INDUSTRIES
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
AVOID WINCH AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
• Always avoid side pulls which can pile up winch rope
at one end of the drum. This can damage winch rope or
winch.
• Always ensure the clutch is fully engaged or disengaged.
• Always use care to not damage the vehicle frame when
anchoring to a vehicle during a winching operation.
• Never submerge winch in water, if not IP68 rated.
• Always store the remote control in a protected, clean,
dry area.
NOTICE
MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to
minor or moderate injury.
To avoid injury to hands or ngers:
• Never leave winch remote control where it can be
activated during free spooling, rigging, or when the
winch is not being used.
• Never leave the wireless winch remote control turned on
when installing, freespooling, rigging or servicing winch,
or when the winch is not being used.
CUT AND BURN HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to
minor or moderate injury.
• Never let winch rope slip through your hands.
CAUTION CAUTION
This manual provides instructions on how to install and operate your WARN® ZEON® Platinum
winch and operating your Advanced Wireless Remote Control.
Always read the Basic Guide To Winching Techniques for complete operational instructions
for your WARN® winch system.
Safety
When installing your WARN® winch system, read and follow all mounting and safety
instructions.
Always use caution when working with electricity and remember to verify that no exposed
electrical connections exist before energizing your winch circuit.
For specifications and performance data, refer to the specification sheet supplied with your winch.
WARN INDUSTRIES
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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