Safety Warnings - Savwinch CS Series Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

SAFETY WARNINGS

Throughout this manual there are four symbols designed to draw your attention to safety issues:
Danger: A hazard that WILL result in death or serious injury if the warning is ignored.
Warning: A hazard that COULD result in death or serious injury if the warning is ignored.
Caution: A hazard that COULD result in personal injury , or could damage property.
Note: Additional information regarding the product and/or its correct usage.
General
1. Winches are potentially dangerous equipment and must be installed correctly. For
2. Periodically (recommended once per year) check the winch installation to ensure
3. When operating in shallow water, avoid overloading the drum with rope and chain.
4. Do not overload your winch and do not attempt prolonged pulls at heavy loads.
5. The engine/generator should be running during winch operation to minimize battery
6. Never use your winch for lifting or moving people or for performing overhead
7. Never operate the winch without an unobstructed view of the winching operation.
8. Do not machine or weld any part of the winch. Such alterations may weaken the
9. Never allow shock loads to be applied to your winch as this can cause serious
10. The general winch operating voltage is 12V. 24V Is possible through the use of a 24V
your safety and the reliability of this product, Savwinch recommends installation by
a trained marine mechanic or marine electrician.
that all bolts are tight.
It is recommended that you fill the Drum to 80% capacity.
Overloads can damage the winch and/or the rode, and create unsafe operating
conditions. Do not maintain power to the winch if the motor stalls.
drain and maximize winch power and speed. If considerable winching is performed
with the engine off, the battery may become too weak to restart the engine.
hoisting operations.
structural integrity of the winch and will void your warranty.
damage to your boat.
solenoid in the place of the supplied 12V solenoid. If the winch is running slowly
there may be a voltage drop in the wiring.
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