HOIST LEARN TO USE YOUR MILE MARKER WINCH: After winch has been installed, take some time and practice using it so you will be familiar with ALL OPERATIONS. Periodically check the winch installation to ensure that all bolts are tight. To ensure proper operation, carefully inspect for any damaged parts before operating the winch.
PRECAUTIONS Keeps hands and body away from fairlead (steel cable/synthetic rope intake slot) when operating. Secure vehicle in position before using winch. Do not exceed winch load weight capacity. Be certain winch is properly bolted to a structure (or vehicle) that can hold the winch load. Always use proper couplings when connecting winch steel cable/synthetic rope hook to load.
Make sure the winch mounting bolts and winch hardware has been checked for proper torque. Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the steel cable/synthetic rope from the winch drum to install the mounting hardware or roller/hawse fairlead. All Mile Marker Mounting Systems come fairlead ready.
NOTE: Be sure to mount control box in a location that: does not interfere with any vehicle’s moving/functioning parts, and use electrical cables with similar specifications as that provided by Mile Marker if a substitution is required. CAUTION: Battery cables should not be drawn taut, leave some slack for cable movement. Ensure that they are routed properly with out any interference with the vehicular components that could potentially damage the cable or cause electrical short.
1. Before testing the winch, turn the clutch handle to the “Freespool” position. Always wear heavy gloves when handling winch steel cable/ synthetic rope. Using a Mile Marker hook strap, pull about two feet of steel cable/synthetic rope off the winch drum, and place the clutch handle in the “Engaged”...
Safety Tips • DO NOT DISENGAGE CLUTCH LEVER WHEN THERE IS A LOAD ON THE WINCH. Mile Marker electric winches utilize an automatic load holding brake, therefore no adjustment to clutch is needed to maintain load.
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Self Recovery 1. Always attempt to get the steel cable/synthetic rope as straight as possible to the direction of the vehicle. It is acceptable to start a pull at an angle if it is obvious that the vehicle will turn towards the hook anchoring point. Turning the steering wheel will assist the process. It is recommended that the driver is in the vehicle.
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NOTE: For optimal winch performance, it is recommended that you use a fully charged 12V battery with at least 150 Cold Cranking Amperes. Further, it is advised to keep the engine running during the winch operation, so that the battery is being charged continuously. Motor Temperature ELECTRIC WINCHES ARE DESIGNED FOR INTERMITTENT USE ONLY.
•After every use of the winch, inspect the steel cable/synthetic rope for damages such as kinks, broken strands etc. When damaged, replace the steel cable/synthetic rope immediately! CAUTION: It is recommended that you replace the steel cable/synthetic rope with superior Mile Marker steel cable/synthetic rope. If replacing from other sources, carefully compare for the maximum load capacity of the cable.
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Suggested Remedy Safety Switch is OFF Turn Safety Switch to ON position Switch assy not connected properly Insert Switch assy firmly to the connector Loose battery cable Tighten nuts on cable connectors Tap solenoid to free contact, applying 12 volts Connection to coil terminal directly.
After receiving the Returns Good Authorization (RGA) Number: Attach the RGA Number, your name, address, phone number and a detailed description of problem relating to malfunc- tion and a copy of a bill of sale. To obtain any warranty coverage, it is absolutely necessary that you present proof of purchase acceptable to Mile Marker, such as a purchase receipt.