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 Do not use to transport people of animals.
 Not for use by or around children.
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.
 Do not use a recovery strap while winching. They are designed to stretch and can suddenly whip
back towards the operator during a winching operation.
 The winch is designed for attachment to a mounting plate or structure capable of supporting the
load that is intended to pull (lift). The mounting location and hardware must support your winch
and load.
 Place the winch on the mounting surface and mark the locations of the mounting holes to fit your
application. Before drilling, verify that the mounting surface has no hidden components or
structural pieces that will be damaged.
 For maximum strength and safety, this winch should be mounted with three 3/8" or M10 bolts,
washers, and lock washers (not included, sold separately). The bolt should attach the winch to the
mounting structure utilizing the outside rear holes or slots. The third bolt should be inserted
through the winch frame and mounting structure in a manner to utilize the foremost remaining
frame slot (hole).
 Select a winch line with breaking strength at least 1-1/2 times the winch rating and a hook 1-1/2
times stronger than the line.
 Installing the wire rope:
a. Route the wire rope end under bushing and through the hole to outside of drum.
b. Loosen the nut and then install the wire rope under the wire rope clamp.
c. Tighten the nut securely.
d. Test winch for proper operation.