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OPERATING PROCEDURES
Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
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Never release the free spool clutch while the cable is
under load.
Never work around the winch drum or the winch cable
while it is under tension.
Unplug the winch switch before working on the winch
drum in order to prevent inadvertent operation.
When operating winch, take up slack slowly. Stop winch
before cable becomes tight and inspect all winching con-
nections. Check winch attachment, hook attachment,
nylon sling (if required) and load attachment.
Do not pull at an angle. This will cause the wire cable to
pile up on one end of the winch. This may jam the winch causing damage
to the cable and/or the winch. Pulling the vehicle at an angle can cause
damage to the front suspension and may cause the vehicle to overturn.
When pulling vehicle, pull straight only.
If the vehicle is being used as an anchor to winch a load, it should have
the parking brake set and chocks installed on all wheels.
Never use the winch to lift people or other overhead loads.
Do not use the winch to secure loads. Use a tie down designed for the
job.
Do not apply shock loads to the winch.
Do not attempt to modify or weld the winch.
Nylon
Sling
Damper
Use a Nylon Sling and Install a Damper when
Winching
Correct
Incorrect
Do Not Pull at Angle
