Trailer Winch – 1000 Lb. Capacity Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 5 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use The Ultra-Tow Trailer Winch is designed for safer, easier boat loading and unloading. Pulling winches are best suited for boat trailers and other horizontal pulling applications which require the freewheeling feature of ratchet type winches. Technical Specifications Property Item No. Rated Capacity Gear Ratio Speed Drum Size Handle Size Mounting Plate Mounting Hardware Specification 52802 (Empty) 1000 lbs. 2in. x 23ft. Strap (Not Included) 11/64in. x 33ft. Cable (Not Included) 4.
Important Safety Information ⚠WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury or property damage. The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this trailer winch. Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. ⚠CAUTION WINCH USE AND CARE Always be sure cable or strap is strong enough to support the load to be lifted. Always inspect cable and attachment hook before each use to insure they are not damaged. Replace cable if worn, frayed or kinked. If cable or hook breaks, the cable can act like a whip and inflict serious injury to anyone in the path of its movement. Do not force your winch.
Winch Mounting and Cable Attachment ⚠WARNING Inspect before every use. Do not use if damaged or parts loose. Examine the winch for structural cracks, bends, damage, frayed or kinked cable, and any other conditions that may affect the safe operation of the winch. Do not use the winch even if minor damage appears. Keep cable straight to avoid kinking it. A kink permanently weakens the cable, even after it is straightened out. Kinked cable can fail suddenly and must not be used.
If nylon strap is used, it should have a loop sewn in one end and be attached using a 3 /8" x 3" or 1 /4" x 2-3/4" long bolt and locknut. Use a locknut, not a nut and lock the washer. Insert bolt through slots in both reel side plates so that nut is on gear side. Tighten only until snug with bolt in bottom of slot next to reel hub. Main Parts of Winch Reference 1 2 3 4 5 Subassembly Crank handle Ratchet switch Axis bolt Base Drum Assembly Instructions Insert handle and secure with a lock nut.
Before Each Use ⚠WARNING CHECK BEFORE USE Check the safety devices and the safe condition of the product. Check for visible defects. Check that all parts of the product are firmly attached. Check that the safety devices are in working order. Operating Instructions ⚠WARNING The handle and nut must be tightened against the drive shaft before operating the winch. The wire rope must be properly wrapped on the drum to be able to support a load without damaging the wire rope.
4. Put the ratchet switch on the higher position and turn the crank handle clockwise to pull. Place the ratchet switch on the lower position and turn the crank handle counterclockwise to release. 5. When finished, attach the hook to the paw bushing. After Each Use Wipe external surfaces of the winch with a clean cloth. Periodically, lubricate the wire rope with light oil. Lubricate the gear with gear grease.
Cannot crank or is difficult Overloaded Change to a heavier winch Gear deviation Overused Gear worn Change to a new winch Ratchet worn Change to a new winch Overused Overused Change cable Change strap Ratchet does not work Cable worn Strap worn Parts Diagram Parts List Part Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Item Description Bolt (M10x100) Lock Nut (M6) Wire Rope Anchor Bolt (M6x14) Drum Assembly Drum Bushing Gear Spindle Qty 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Part Number 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Page 11 of 14 Item Description P
8 9 10 11 Frame Flat Washer (10) Lock Nut (M10) Bolt 1 1 1 1 19 20 21 22 Crank Handle Nut (M8) Lock Nut (M12) Cable with Hook (not shown) 1 1 1 1 Replacement Parts For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Ultra-Tow product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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