OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
3-8
Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
in view.
Never release the free spool clutch while the
cable is under load.
Never work around the winch drum or the winch
cable while it is under tension.
Unplug the winch switch before working on the
winch drum in order to prevent inadvertent
operation.
When operating winch, take up slack slowly.
Stop winch before cable becomes tight and
inspect all winching connections. Check winch
attachment, hook attachment, nylon sling (if
required) and load attachment.
Do not pull at an angle. This will cause the wire
cable to pile up on one end of the winch. This
may jam the winch causing damage to the cable
and/or the winch. Pulling the vehicle at an angle
can cause damage to the front suspension and
may cause the vehicle to overturn. When pulling
vehicle, pull straight only (Ref Fig. 8 on page 3-
8).
If the vehicle is being used as an anchor to
winch a load, it should have the parking brake
set and chocks installed on all wheels.
Never use the winch to lift people or other over-
head loads.
Do not use the winch to secure loads. Use a tie
down designed for the job.
Do not apply shock loads to the winch.
Do not attempt to modify or weld the winch.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Vehicle controls and indicators consist of:
• key/light switch
• direction selector
•choke
• fuel gauge
• low oil pressure light
Fig. 8 Do Not Pull at Angle
Correct
Incorrect
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