Polaris Sportsman 570 2018 Owner's Manual page 86

WINCH GUIDE
8. Read and adhere to the following information for winch damping to ensure
safe winch use.
a. In order to absorb energy that could be released by a winch cable failure,
always place a "damper" on the winch cable. A damper can be heavy
jacket, tarp, or other soft, dense object. A damper can absorb much of the
energy released if a winch cable breaks when winching. Even a tree limb
can help as a damper if no other items are available to you.
b. Lay the damper on top of the mid-point of the winch cable length that is
spooled out.
c. On a long pull, it may be necessary to stop winching so that the damper
can be repositioned to the new mid-point of the winch cable. Always
release the tension on the winch cable before repositioning the damper.
d. Avoid being directly in line with the winch cable whenever possible. Also,
never permit others to stand near or in line with the winch cable during
winch operation.
9. Never hook the winch cable back onto itself. This will damage the winch
cable and may result in winch cable failure.
10. Never use straps, chains or other rigging items that are damaged or worn.
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