Product Manual A

WINCH USE, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

• Keep winch free of dirt, oil, grease, water and other substances.

• Check all mounting bolts and make sure they are tightened to the recommended torque values. Replace

any damaged fasteners.

• Periodically check all connections to be sure they are tight and free of corrosion.

• Check cable for visible damage every time winch is operated. Examples of damage are: cuts, knots, mashed

or frayed portions, and broken strands. Replace cable immediately if damaged. Failure to replace a damaged

cable could result in breakage.

• Regularly check brake for slippage or drift. This is detected visually when winch is under load. If winch drum

continues to turn after controls are released, the brake may need to be replaced.

• Periodically clean and grease brake assembly. This will ensure proper performance and extend the life of

the winch. If winch seems to labor or get excessively hot during the lowering of loads, the brake will need

to be serviced or replaced.

• Check motor brushes periodically and replace when necessary.

Note: Only the motor brushes and brake assembly require periodic replacement.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

MECHANICAL BRAKE

The mechanical brake generates heat when loads are lowered and the wire cable is powered out. Care must be

taken to avoid overheating the mechanical brake.

Whine or chatter associated with a new mechanical brake is normal and typically disappears with use.

Overheating the mechanical brake may result in permanent damage to, or failure of, the brake. Replace any damaged

brake components before resuming use of the winch.

JACK MAINTENANCE

The following procedures should be performed at least annually.

SIDE-WIND MODELS

• The internal gearing and bushings of the jack must be kept lubricated. Apply a small amount of automotive

grease to the internal gearing by removing the jack cover, or if equipped, use a needle nose applicator or

standard grease gun on the lubrication point found on the side of the jack near the crank. Rotate the jack

handle to distribute the grease evenly.

• A lightweight oil must be applied to the handle unit at both sides of the tube.

• If equipped, the axle bolt and nut assembly of the caster wheel must also be lubricated with the same

lightweight oil.

Maintenance Activity

After First

Operation

Before Each Use

Semi-Annually Or

After Each 25 Hours

Of Operation

Check Fasteners 

Check Electrical Connections 

Clean And Grease Brake Assembly 

Check Motor Brushes 

Visually Check Winch And Control  