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N. Clear the area. Make sure all spectators stand clear and that no one is directly in front or behind the
vehicle or anchor point.
O. Begin winching. Be sure that the synthetic rope is winding evenly and tightly around the drum. The
vehicle that is being winched can be slowly driven to add assistance to the winching process. Avoid
shock loads; keep the synthetic rope under tension.
P. The vehicle to be winched should be placed in neutral and the emergency brake released. Only release
the brake pedal when under full tension. Avoid shock loads to the winch. This can damage the winch,
rope and vehicle.
Q. The winch is meant for intermittent use. Under full load with a single line rig do not power in for more
than a minute without letting the motor cool down for a few minutes and then resume the winching
operation.
R. The winching operation is complete once the vehicle is on stable ground and is able to drive under its
own power.
S. Secure the vehicle. Be sure to set the brakes and place the vehicle in park.
T. Release the tension on the synthetic rope. The winch is not meant to hold the vehicle for long periods
of time.
U. Disconnect the synthetic rope from the anchor.
V. Rewind the synthetic rope. Make sure that any rope already on the drum has spooled tightly and neatly.
If not, draw out the rope and re-spool from the point where the rope is tight.
W. Always keep hands clear of cable/rope, hook loop, hook and hawse fairlead opening during installation,
operation, and when spooling in or out.
X. Secure the hook and hand strap.
Y. Disconnect the mini-rocker switch.
Z. Clean and inspect connections and mounting hardware for next winching operation.
