WINCH INSTALLATION
Mounting your Winch
Mount the winch on the vehicle using the M10 x 35 bolts and spring washers provided.
The winch must be mounted in position with the rope spooling off the bottom of the reel
not the top. Improper mounting could damage your winch and void the Dr. Nano
warranty.
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The winch is to be mounted into a suitable steel mounting frame using the 4 point foot mounting
system in either a horizontal or vertical plane. It is very important that the winch be mounted on
a flat surface so that the three sections (motor, cable drum and gear housing) are properly aligned.
The fitment of winches and/or a frontal protection system may affect the triggering of SRS
airbags. Check that the mounting system has been tested and approved for winch fitment in the
airbag equipped vehicle.
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Winch mounting frames and/or frontal protection systems are suggested to suit most popular
vehicles. Winch frames are packaged with detailed fitting instructions.
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Should you wish to manufacture your own mounting plate, it is recommended to use no less than
6mm thick steel. Fasteners should be high tensile steel, a minimum of grade 5. A poorly designed
or underrated mounting plate will void the Dr. Nano warranty.
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The winch should be secured to the mounting with M10 x 35mm bolts and spring washers
provided.
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The aluminium fairlead is to be mounted so as to guide the rope onto the drum evenly.
Lubrication Application
All moving parts in the winch are permanently lubricated with high temperature lithium
grease at time of assembly. Lubricate. Inspect rope for broken strands regularly and
replace if necessary. If the rope becomes worn or damaged it must be replaced. Do not
replace rope with a rope which is rated lower than the original.
Electrical Connection
For normal self-recovery work, your existing electrical system is adequate. A fully
charged battery and proper connections are essential. Run the vehicle engine during
winching operations to keep the battery fully charged.
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Connect the red motor terminal to the red motor connection terminal on the control box using a red
cable.
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Connect the black or white motor terminal to the black motor connection terminal on the control
box using a black cable.
