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5. Use compression tool and the two ½”-13 tapped holes
in the bull gear (601) to compress spring (711) behind
freespool clutch (709), and remove retaining ring (712)
with retaining ring pliers. Carefully release tension on
spring by backing off compression tool and remove
freespool clutch (709) and spring (711) from drum
shaft.
6. Remove piston (706), back-up ring (708), and o-ring
(707) from gear cover (701). Replace o-ring and back-
up ring.
FREESPOOL GROUP
ASSEMBLY
Wash all parts in solvent before assembly.
1. Place spring (711) in drum shaft (202). Slide freespool
clutch (709) onto bull gear (601).
2. Place retaining ring (712) on freespool clutch (709). In-
stall compression tool in position using the two ½”-13
tapped holes in the bull gear (601).
3. Compress spring (711) and install retaining ring (712)
using retaining ring pliers.
4. Install o-ring (707) and back-up ring (708) on piston
(706). Install piston (706) in gear cover (701).
5. Install new o-ring (713) in gear cover (701). Position
gear cover (701) with a new gasket (702) on winch and
secure with capscrews (703) and lockwashers (704).
Torque capscrews to chart specifi cation.
6. Install capscrews (613) and lockwashers (614) in gear
cover to support the gear shaft (607).
7. Fill the winch with oil prior to operating.
Exercise caution when compressing the freespool clutch
spring, removing the retaining ring, and releasing the
tension on the freespool clutch spring. Death or person-
al injury can result from parts propelled by spring force.