Product Manual
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Have damaged parts replaced by an authorized service center.
Check the nuts periodically and tighten them if they are loose.
Keep winch in good working order. Damaged or severely-worn parts create unnecessary dangers
and could result in personal injury or property damage.
Always lock up product and keep out of children.
Maintain the winch by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance
with the following recommended procedures. It is recommended that the general condition of any tool
be examined before it is used. Keep your tool in good repair. Keep all cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Also refer to the engine manufacturer’s
instruction manual for additional information about engine maintenance. The following chart is based
on a normal operation schedule.
Maintenance Interval
Maintenance Point
Daily before operating
Periodically inspect all parts, steel cable, accessories and
replace them if damaged. Have damaged parts replaced by an
authorized service center. Check the nuts periodically and
tighten if loose.
After the first 20 operating hours
Follow the instructions for lubricating periodically
Lubricate the cable and hook regularly with slight grease.
Grease the gears every 6 months. Use any good quality
waterproof grease.
Troubleshooting
⚠WARNING
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected
before further use.
Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local
dealer. If the problem continues after troubleshooting, call your local dealer for assistance.
Failure
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Cannot crank or crank is
difficult to use
Overloaded
Change to a heavier winch
Gear deviation
Overused
Change winch
Gear worn
Out of durable years
Ratchet does not work
Ratchet worn
Change winch
Cable worn
Overused
Change cable
Strap worn
Overused
Change strap