Savwinch CS Series Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual page 4

Rope breakage and whiplash hazard.
1. Never stand between the load point and the winch. If the rope breaks it could snap
back with enough force to cause severe injury or death.
2. Use the rope designed for this product.
3. This winch is intended to lift anchors of the specified weight range only. Do not
attempt to lift oversized anchors or other objects.
4. Before each use inspect the winch system for wear or damage. A frayed rope or
damage splice to the chain should be replaced immediately to avoid damage.
Electrical shock and fire hazards.
1. Do not use electrical wire sizes smaller than those specified in this manual. Using
underrated cable could result in overload and fire.
2. To avoid the risk of electrical fire, use only the supplied switches, remote controls
and accessories. Use of non-factory approved components may cause injury or
property damage and will void your warranty.
3. For maximum protection, install the breaker as close as possible to the power
source. If it is also used as the manual isolator, install it near the Up/Down switch.
4. To minimize corrosion, only use marine-grade, fully tinned wire for electrical
connections.
5. Ensure crimped electrical connections are fit for purpose.
6. Disconnect and wrap the battery terminals in plastic before installing or servicing the
winch.
Cruising and boat trailering hazards.
1. When the boat is cruising or being trailered, consider tying the anchor to a cleat (or
other secure point) with the rope off the drum. If the anchor breaks free during
cruising or trailering, it could cause serious damage and/or injury.
Entanglement hazards
1. Keep the winching area clear. Do not approach within one meter of the winch when
power is applied to it. Hands, feet, hair and clothing, if caught in the winch when
operating, can lead to serious injury or death.
2. Disable power from the winch when it is not in use.
Note. Savwinch recommends installing a visible or audible alarm to the input side of
the solenoid or Electronic Fast Fall System to warn crew when the winch has power
applied to it.
3. Never place any object or tool in the rope spool while power is applied to it. Objects
tangled in the rope could cause serious injury and/or damage to the winch.
4. Ensure no one is swimming nearby as the anchor is lowered or retrieved.
5. Never operate the winch under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
Anchoring hazards
1. Never guide the rope onto the drum with your hand. A roller or fairlead is used for
this purpose.
2. Tie the anchor line off to a cleat (or other secure point) if the boat is left unattended
or is anchored overnight or in heavy weather.
3. Do not attempt to lift a load greater than the rating for the winch. If the circuit
breaker disconnects power to the winch during retrieval or deployment, the winch
may have been overloaded. Determine why the breaker tripped before re-setting it.
4. Avoid continuous pulls from extreme angles as this will cause the rope to pile up on
one end of the drum. This can jam the rope in the winch and cause damage to the
rope or winch.
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