Thank you for buying a WINCHMAX hydraulic winch suitable for mid duty commercial
vehicle recovery operations. By correctly installing and using this product within its
limitations, as per the instructions provided and general good practice, you can expect
many years of trouble-free service.
IMPORTANT
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THIS PRODUCT – FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO
PROPERTY, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. UNDERTAKE A FULL SAFETY CHECK AND
RISK ASSESSMENT BEFORE EACH USE. ONLY SUITABLY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED
OPERATORS SHOULD USE THE WINCH.
Whilst we have attempted to provide comprehensive guidance for the safe operation of
this winch, it remains the operator’s responsibility to evaluate and minimise the potential
risk before and during every operation. Please ensure that this guide is kept with the
winch for easy reference and do not hesitate to contact WINCHMAX if you require any
clarification of its contents.
Warnings and General Safety Information
• No loose clothing or jewellery should be worn to prevent entanglement in moving
parts.
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Good quality overalls, non-slip protective footwear, thick leather gloves and eye
protection should be worn.
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It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure he/she and all spectators remain at a safe
distance. For spectators, this should be at least 1.5 times the rope length being used.
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Never stand between the winch and the load.
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Never use a damaged winch. Check your winch thoroughly, including all electrical
connections before use. Any damaged parts should be replaced, using only genuine
WINCHMAX parts.
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Check the direction of rotation is correct, the wire must load on and off the bottom
of the drum.
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If a wire rope breaks or pulls loose under load it can lash back with significant force.
We recommend using a heavy winch blanket/damper draped over the rope towards
the hook end to reduce whiplash in the event of rope failure.
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Protect the winch from shock/snatch loads - do not allow the winch rope to be
yanked by a rolling load or moving vehicle as this could momentarily more than
double the load on the rope potentially causing catastrophic failure.
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Never drive your vehicle to assist the winch in any way.
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Do not use the winch rope to tow vehicles.
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Do not submerge winch.
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Do not use winch if the rope is frayed or damaged.
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Always use hand saver tab and protective gloves when handling the hook, or applying
hand tension when loading the rope back into the drum.
Summary of Contents for Hydraulic Winch
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