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SECTION 11
ACCESSORY INFORMATION
2. Do not allow motor to overheat. Remember, the winch is
only for intermittent use. During long or heavy pulls the
motor will get hot. The internal parts will be hotter than
the case. To check the motor temperature, stop winching
and carefully touch the end of the motor. If the motor
is uncomfortably warm, allow the motor to cool before
continuing — keep the engine running to recharge the
battery during this break.
3. Use a pulley block for heavy loads. To maximize winch
and wire rope life, use a pulley block (Superwinch Part
No. 1503) to double line heavier loads.
4. The pull required to start a load moving is often much
greater than the pull required to keep it moving. Avoid
frequent stopping and starting during a pull.
5. Prevent kinks before they occur.
(1) This is the start of a kink. At this time, the wire rope
should be straightened.
(2) The wire rope was pulled and the loop has tightened to
a kink. The wire rope is now permanently damaged and
must be replaced.
(3) The result of kinking is that each strand pulls a different
amount, causing the strands under greatest tension to
break and reduce load capacity of the wire rope. The wire
rope must be replaced.
11.7 RECEIVER WINCH KIT (Part No. 849-123)
The receiver option incorporates a winch brush guard, front
and rear receiver mounting brackets and quick disconnect
cables.
11.8 BILGE PUMP KIT (Part No. 849-146)
The bilge pump kit is recommended when the vehicle will be
used to cross shallow ponds, streams or rivers. The Centaur
utilizes two centrally located pumps to quickly remove water.
It includes a dash mounted switch and wire harness.
The pump is not designed to run dry. Use only when
water has collected in the vehicle.
11.9 SNOW PLOW KIT (Part No. 657-106)
The snow plow assembly attaches to the front mainframe as-
sembly of the Centaur. The plow blade is an 81” (2 m) steel
blade suitable for straight or angled use. The power winch
option is required to raise and lower the snow plow blade.
DO NOT STAND BETWEEN THE PLOW BLADE AND
THE FRONT OF THE CENTAUR. Injury could result if
the blade is raised.
The vehicle operator must observe caution when
operating the vehicle and snow plow in the presence
of others. Injury could result if a bystander is struck
when the vehicle swings to turn or the blade is lowered
onto someone’s foot. Always be aware of the area be
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ing plowed. Although there is a blade trip mechanism
feature of the blade, damage or operator injury could
result from hitting rocks, stakes or curbs hidden under
the snow being plowed.
11.9.1 Operating Guidelines
1. Do NOT operate the Centaur on open or frozen bodies
of water.
2. For quick removal of the snowplow unit, disconnect the
rear hitch points of the upper boom from the mounting
brackets, unhook and rewind the winch cable.
3. The knives are specially designed to be reversible and
interchangeable with each other once the leading edge
has worn.
11.10 UTILITY TRAILER (Part No. 695-80BL)
The Centaur Four Wheel Utility Trailer has been designed for
use as an additional cargo carrier with any Centaur Off Road
Vehicle.
It is NOT intended for transporting people.
Become familiar with the trailer’s handling characteristics,
especially in hilly conditions, BEFORE using it in unfamiliar
terrain or fully loaded.
The trailer tongue is designed to swivel, much like a universal
joint, even in the roughest terrain.
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