Polaris Sportsman 570 2018 Owner's Manual page 84

WINCH GUIDE
4. Always use the hook strap when handling the hook.
Never put your fingers into the hook. This could lead to SEVERE INJURY.
• Attach the hook itself onto the load or use a tow strap or chain to secure
the load to the winch cable.
A "tow strap" is NOT intended to stretch. A "recovery strap" is designed to
Never use a recovery strap when winching due to the excessive energy that
can be released if the winch cable breaks. This can result in SEVERE INJURY
or DEATH. See the Shock Loading section on page 88.
• Never hook the winch cable back onto itself. This will damage the winch
cable and may result in winch cable failure.
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WARNING
No
stretch.
WARNING
TIP
Yes