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TrailFX W08B Owner's Manual

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Recovery Winch
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  • Page 1 ® Recovery Winch Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Key Winch Components (W08B, W10B & W12B) Control Box Houses the heavy duty solenoid which supplies power to the motor via remote control switch. Solenoid meets IP68 for water resistance. Freespool Lever Engages or Disengages the gear drive Motor Housing system allowing operator to pull the rated load or free spool the rope.
  • Page 3 Key Winch Components (WS10B) Control Box Houses the heavy duty solenoid which supplies power to the motor via remote control switch. Solenoid meets IP68 for water resistance. Freespool Lever Engages or Disengages the gear drive Motor Housing system allowing operator to pull the rated load or free spool the rope.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Observe safety precautions for personal safety and the safety of others. Improper equipment operation may cause personal injur y and equipment damage. Never operate this winch if you are under 16 years of age. Never operate this winch when under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. Read the following carefully before attempting to operate your winch and keep the instructions for future reference.
  • Page 5 Winch Operation Warnings Read the following carefully before attempting to operate your winch and keep the instructions for future reference. 1. The uneven spooling of rope, while pulling a load, is not a problem, unless there is rope stacked up on one end of the drum. If this happens reverse the winch to relieve the load and move your anchor point further to the center of the vehicle.

  • Page 6: Installation

    Winch Operation Warnings Continued 16. Winch rope: • Be sure that the rope is in good condition and is attached properly. • Do not use the winch if rope is frayed. • Do not move the vehicle to pull a load. •...
  • Page 7 W08B, W10B W12B WS10B 159.5 All dimensions are in mm. 534.5...

  • Page 8: Electrical Connection

    Pay close attention to proper electrical cable connection as follows: W08B, W10B, and W12B 1. Short red cable (B’) connecting to the red terminal (B) of the motor. 2. Short black cable with yellow jacket (C’) connecting to the yellow terminal (C) of the motor.
  • Page 9 Positive (+VE) W08B, W10B & W12B (Long Red cable) Terminal B’ (short Redcable) Terminal C’ Red jacket Terminal D(black) (short Black cable) Terminal D’ yellow sleeves (short Black cable) Terminal B(red) black jacket Terminal A’ (Thin Black cable with Black Sleeves)

  • Page 10: Winch Operation

    Winch Operation Suggestion The best way to get acquainted with how your winch operates is to make a few test runs before you actually need to use it. Plan your test in advance. Remember you can hear your winch as well as you can see it operate.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Maintenance It is highly recommended that the winch be used regularly (once a month). Simply power the rope out 50 ft., free spool 15 ft. and then power back in. This will keep all components in good working condition so that the winch can be relied on when needed. Contact your authorized outlet for technical assistance and repairs.
  • Page 12 TrailFX Winch Specifications W10B W12B WS10B W08B TrailFX Part No. 10,000 Lbs., 12,000 Lbs., 10,000 Lbs., 8,000 Lbs., Rated Line Pull (4532 kgs.) single-line (5440 kgs.) single-line (4532 kgs.) single-line (3600 kgs.) single-line 6.7 HP/12 V, series 6.5 HP/12 V, series 6.5 HP/12 V, series...
  • Page 13 Parts List W08B and W10B 8000lb and 10000lb...
  • Page 14 Parts List W12B 12000lb...
  • Page 15 Parts List WS10B 10000lb...
  • Page 16 Part List - W08B, W10B & W12B Part List - WS10B No. Description No. Description Gear Box End Cap Hexagon socket head cap screw Washer Lock washer Oil-retaining Bearing Gearbox end cap Allen Center Wheel Washer Stage-1 of Planetary Wheel...
  • Page 17 10' X 5/16" 17,600 lbs Rated Grade 70 Recovery Choker Chain With Hooks 2" X 30' 17,600 lbs Breaking Strength Recovery Strap 16.5" X 10" X 12.5" Orange Denier Gear Bag with Black TrailFX Logo Winch Gloves Extra Large WA015 Orange Color...
  • Page 18 Gear Box Clocking Instructions for TrailFX Winches W08B, W10B & W12B Modification of original design is not recommended and will void warranty Unscrew two Tie bar bolts. Separate the gear box from the drum. Gearbox mounting screws Unscrew 10 gearbox mounting screws using Allen key size 3.

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