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Summary of Contents for Harbor Freight Tools BADLAND APEX 12000
- Page 1 No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in Failure to do so can result in serious injury. any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing SAVE THIS MANUAL.
- Page 2 Table of Contents Specifications ............2 Maintenance .............14 Safety ................3 Parts List and Diagram ..........18 Setup .................6 Warranty ..............20 Operation ..............2 Specifications Rated Single Fairlead Aluminum Fairlead 12,000 lb (5443 kg) Line Pull Sound Rating 85 dB Vehicle Recovery / Synthetic Rope Application Ø0.375"...
- Page 3 WARninG SyMBOLS AnD DeFiniTiOnS This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
- Page 4 These carry important safety information. cables listed in manual only. Do not use thinner/ If unreadable or missing, contact longer cables or link multiple cables together. Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. 56385...
- Page 5 Button/Coin Battery Warnings inGeSTiOn HAZARD: 4. Do not mix old and new batteries, different WARNING This product contains a brands or types of batteries, such as alkaline, button cell or coin battery. carbon-zinc, or rechargeable batteries. This symbol means: 5. Ensure the batteries are installed correctly inGeSTiOn HAZARD: This product contains a according to polarity (+ and -).
- Page 6 installation and Setup Read the enTiRe iMPORTAnT SAFeTy inFORMATiOn section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. What’s in the Box Winch x 1 Aluminum Fairlead x 1 Remote Control x 1 Remote Control Cable x 1 Hook x 1...
- Page 7 Mounting the Winch 1. Make sure the Winch will fit the chosen mounting 6. Install the Winch using hardware specified area. If relocating the Control Box is necessary on the specification chart. Tighten fasteners or desired, perform the removal and installation to the following torque values: of cables to the Winch before mounting.
- Page 8 Relocating the Control Box (optional) TO PReVenT SeRiOuS inJuRy FROM eXPLOSiOn Due TO SPARKinG AT THe BATTeRy COnneCTiOn: unplug the Remote Control Cable and disconnect the Battery Cables before making other wiring connections. 1. Engage the clutch on Winch. 5. Remove four M6 x 2 0 Screws holding the Control Box in place and gently lift it off of the Winch.
- Page 9 8. Connect three Power Cables (Control Box 11. Use the Small Black Wire Connector and Relocation Kit) to the Extended Copper Small Black Wire Extension to lengthen Screws on motor terminal using three of the the Small Black Wire from the Control Box. Motor Terminal Nuts removed in step 4.
- Page 10 Wiring TO PReVenT SeRiOuS inJuRy FROM eXPLOSiOn Due TO SPARKinG AT THe BATTeRy COnneCTiOn: unplug the Remote Control Cable and disconnect the Battery Cables before making other wiring connections. TO PReVenT SeRiOuS inJuRy FROM LeAKinG BATTeRy ACiD: Do not use a dirty, corroded or leaking battery. Only use a 12 ...
- Page 11 Disconnect Switch WARninG! TO PReVenT SeRiOuS inJuRy: Off-highway driving subjects the vehicle and wiring to much higher vibrations than on-highway driving which can cause a breakdown of wiring insulation over time. Use the high current Disconnect Switch included with this Winch to turn OFF the power to the Winch when it is not in use to help reduce the risk of a short circuit.
- Page 12 Remote Control instructions Wired Operation 1. To use the Remote Control in a wired 3. With the Clutch Handle in the Engaged configuration, connect the Remote Control Cable position, press IN on the Rocker Switch to the bottom of the Remote Control and to the to retract the Synthetic Rope ...
- Page 13 Turn off the Wireless Receiver Switch. Operation Before operating this Winch, refer to the Harbor Freight Tools publication Guide to Winching included with the Winch for important operational safety information, winch basics, winching tips, and general winch operating procedures. If this guide is unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
- Page 14 Maintenance and Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. TO PReVenT SeRiOuS inJuRy FROM ACCiDenTAL OPeRATiOn: unplug the Remote Control Cable and disconnect the Battery Cables before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. TO PReVenT SeRiOuS inJuRy FROM WinCH FAiLuRe: Do not use damaged equipment.
- Page 15 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Motor 1. Incorrect power cords. 1. Use only supplied power cords. overheats. 2. Winch running time too long. 2. Allow Winch to cool down periodically. 3. Insufficient current or voltage. 3. Fully charge battery. Run Winch with vehicle motor running.
- Page 16 FCC STATeMenT Caution: The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
- Page 17 PLeASe ReAD THe FOLLOWinG CAReFuLLy THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.
- Page 18 Parts List and Diagram Parts List Part Description Part Description Hex Socket Screw M6X20 Seal Motor Cover Gear Box End Cap Hex Socket Screw M4 X 10 Gear Box Housing Motor Terminal Cover Bearing Hex Socket Screw M8 x 25 Sun Gear Washer Winch Mounting Hardware Kit...
- Page 19 Assembly Diagram 56385 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19...
- Page 20 Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance.