Manual
Section 4
Winch Break In
• Winches, like any other kind of machinery, require a “break in” to perform well and
to maximize their life.
• Use extreme care when first s
p
oolin
g
cable onto the winch. Do not run the winch at
pg
high speeds when performing this operation.
• Make sure that the cable is unrolled in a line ( to prevent kinks ) and slowly inhaul
the winch to install the cable.
• Do not exceed one half rated load or one half rated line speed for the first thirty
minutes of operation. This will ensure that the gears have an opportunity to wear
in properly.
Periodically check the gearbox for temperature rises and allow the winch to cool
CAUTION
Y t k th t i h i l t d i d f it t f ti
•
Periodically
,
check the gearbox for temperature rises and allow the winch to cool
down between pulls.
Section 5
Winch Installation
•
Y
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sure
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secure
ly
moun
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d i
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it t
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on
properly and to ensure safe operation.
• The mount must be flat to ensure proper alignment between the gearbox side, the
drum, and the clutch.
• Winches must never be fastened directly to the frame of a truck. Mounting
brackets should be used.
• With a h
y
draulicall
y
driven winch
,
make sure the h
y
draulic s
y
stem is clean and
CAUTION
Winch Series
yy , yy
that all components function properly, especially the relief valve.
Base Mount (steel)
Thickness
5/8”
11 UNC
5
HARDWARE
REQUIREMENTS
Capscrews (Hexhead)
Size
Thread
Grade
1-1/4”
2100HC, 2100KC, 2200HC, 2200KC, 2300HC, 2300KC
Grade
Torque / Tightening
(foot pounds)
115
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