WARNING READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL, OPERATE OR SERVICE THIS WINCH. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • This winch is built for multi-purpose hauling and pulling operations. It is not recommended for lifting applications.
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WINCH MOUNTING AND CABLE ATTACHMENT For maximum strength and safety, (and 3/8" or M10 compliance with SAE Standard J1853) this winch should be mounted with three 3/8" or M10 bolts, washers, and lock washers. Select a winch line with breaking strength at least 1-1/2 times the winch rating and a hook 1-1/2 times stronger than the line.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DLx1200, DLx1500 & DLx1900 HANDLE AND NUT MUST BE TIGHTENED AGAINST DRIVE SHAFT BEFORE OPERATING WINCH. Wind line on winch reel by turning winch han- dle in clockwise direction with ratchet lever in up position. The ratchet should produce a loud, sharp clicking noise.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DLx2300 HANDLE AND NUT MUST BE TIGHTENED AGAINST DRIVE SHAFT BEFORE OPERATING WINCH. Wind line on winch reel by turning winch handle in count- er-clockwise direction with ratchet lever in down position. The ratchet should produce a loud, sharp clicking noise. Make sure that ratchet lever is in down position and holding load before winch handle is released.
Keep winch in good working order. Damaged or severely-worn parts create unnecessary dangers and could result in personal injury or property damage. DLx1200 & DLx1500 DLx1900 & DLx2300 DLx2600...
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WINCH COVER REMOVAL AND ASSEMBLY The cover comes off the winch in three pieces. To remove the top cover, loosen and remove the top phillips screws in the front of the cover with a screwdriver. Pull up on the front of the top cover and rotate the top away from the winch. Once the locking tabs are disengaged from the sides, pull the cover straight back to remove.
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DLx1900 To order replacement parts: Dutton-Lainson Company www.dlco.com Tel: 800-569-6577 Fax: 402-460-4612 email: DLsales@dutton-lainson.com Ref. Description Part. No. Ref. Description Part. No. Base 406191 Reel 304779-PL Bushing 204009 Large Hub Reel 306124 Retaining Ring 205116 Strap, 20 Ft. 5242409 Drive Shaft...
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DLx2300 To order replacement parts: Dutton-Lainson Company www.dlco.com Tel: 800-569-6577 Fax: 402-460-4612 email: DLsales@dutton-lainson.com Ref. Description Part. No. Ref. Description Part. No. Base - DLx2300 406192 Ratchet Kit 5704754 Bushing 204009 Reel 304779-PL Retaining Ring 205116 Large Hub Reel 306124...
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DLx2600 To order replacement parts: Dutton-Lainson Company www.dlco.com Tel: 800-569-6577 Fax: 402-460-4612 email: DLsales@dutton-lainson.com Ref. Description Part. No. Ref. Description Part. No. Base 406220 Reel Spacer 204808 Bushing 204009 Reel 304782-PL Retaining Ring 205116 Rope Clamp Kit 5243506 Primary Shaft...
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D-L® ratchet winches, brake winches and worm gear winches. Dutton-Lainson Company will, at its option, repair or replace free-of-charge any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use for the period of five (5) years from the original purchase date or, if that date cannot be established, the date of manufacture.
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