Use and Care Manual

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major sections (motor, drum and gear housing) are properly aligned. Proper
alignment of the winch will allow even distribution of the full rated load.
2. If your winch choices the mounting channel. Start by connecting the roller
fairlead (Part# X1750900) to the mounting channel using 2 each of the cap
screw M12 X 30 (Part# X1750025), lock washer (Part# X1750022) and
securing (Make sure the screw is placed through the mounting channel and
roller fairlead from inside the channel. This will allow enough clearance for the
winch to be placed in the channel without obstruction.)
3. Assemble the winch to the mounting channel or vehicle bump base by first
pulling and releasing the clutch knob to the CLUTCH OUT” position (free
spooling). Pull out a few inches of cable from the drum and feed the wire loop
through the opening in the front of the mounting channel and roller fairlead.
Now, using the remaining M12 x 35 cap screws (Part# X1750021) and lock
washer (Part# X1750022) secure the winch to the mounting channel.
4. Connect the winch motor leads as detailed below:
CAUTION Batteries contain gases which are flammable and explosive.
Wear eye protection during installation and remove all jewelry. Do not lean over
battery while making connections.
5. Assemble the clevis hook to the cable. Take off the pin from the clevis hook,
connect the clevis hook to the cable and mount the pin back to the clevis hook.
6. Always use the hand saver when free-spooling and re-spooling the wire rope.
Using the hand saver keeps your hands and fingers away from the rotating
drum.