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HAND WINCH OF INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
Features :
Hand Winch designed for instrument handling situations, Recovering Vehicles, Tailoring Boat or
Pulling Stumps meets a wide variety of deck mounting options.
Specification :
P
Capacity (Lbs.)
2500
Spec.
Cable Dia 5.2mm2, Cable Length 7.6m/25’, Gear Ratio 10:5:1
Wt. (Kgs.)
5.000
rod. No.
435
WARNING :
READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
INSTALL. OPERATE OR SERVICE THIS WINCH. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY. RETAIN
THESE INSTRUCTION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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This winch is built for multi-purpose hauling and pulling operations. It is not
recommended for lifting applications. For lifting, use a self-locking winch. Prod. No.
435 Hand winches are not to be used as hoists for lifting, supporting or transporting
people, or for loads over areas where people could be present.
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Respect this winch. High forces are created when using a winch, creating
potential safety hazards. It should be operated and maintained in accordance with
instructions. Never allow children or anyone who is not familiar with the operation of
the winch to use it.
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Maintain a firm grip on the winch handle at all times, and never release the handle
when ratchet lever is in unlocked position with a load on the winch. Otherwise, handle
will spin violently, winch could cause personal injury.
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Check for proper ratchet operation on each use of the winch. Do not use if
damaged. Seek immediate repairs.
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Never use the winch handle as a convenient handle for pulling or maneuvering
the entire trailer or other equipment. Never pull on the winch handle against a locked
ratchet.
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Never exceed rated capacity. Excess load may cause premature failure and could
result in serious personal injury. This winch is rated with three layers of line on the hub.
Using more layers of line a large hub increase the load on the winch.
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Never apply load on winch with cable or rope fully extended. Keep at least three
full turns of cable or rope on the reel.
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Secure load properly. When winching operation is complete, do not depend on
winch to support load.
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Operate with hand power only. This winch should not be operated with a motor of
any kind. If the winch cannot be cranked easily with one hand, it is probably over-
loaded.
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HAND WINCH OF INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
Winch Mounting And Cable Attachment :
For maximum strength and safety. This winch should be
mounted with three 4/8” or M10 bolts, washers and lock washers (See pats drawing).
Select a winch line with breaking strength at least .
Operating Instructions :
HANDLE AND NUT MUST BE TIGHTENED AGAINST DRIVE SHAFT BEFORE
OPERATING WINCH. Wind line on winch reel by turning winch handle in clockwise direction with ratchet
lever in “on” position. The ratchet should produce a loud, sharp , clicking noise. Make sure that ratchet lever is
in “on” position and holding load before winch handle is released. To unwind or reel out line, securely grip
winch handle and apply force in clockwise direction so that ratchet lever can easily be moved to “off” position.
Carefully turn handle in counterclockwise direction. Do not lose control.
Winch Maintenance :
This winch has been fully lubricated at the factory; but, for countinued smooth
performance and increased life, occasional greasing of gears and reel shaft and occasional drop of oil on
drive shaft bearings recommended. attach cable or rope by either method described in sketch.
1½ times the winch rating and a hook 1½ times stronger than the line. If steel cable is selected the keep
winch in good working order. Damaged or severely-worn parts create unnecessary dangers and could result
in personal injury or property damage.
To Wind
To Unwind
Winch Handle
Ratchet Lever
Off
On
