KFI AS-50WX Owner's Manual And Operating Instructions

KFI AS-50WX Owner's Manual And Operating Instructions

5000 lb. utv winch

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Model #AS-50wx
Revision Date 2020-12-09
Owner's Manual and Operating Instructions
5000 lb.
UTV WINCH

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  • Page 1 Model #AS-50wx Revision Date 2020-12-09 Owner’s Manual and Operating Instructions 5000 lb. UTV WINCH...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    General Tips for Safe Operation ���������������������������������������������������������������������10 Self Recovery �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������10 Winching Techniques ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������11 Maintenance������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 Lubrication �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������12 Cable Assembly Replacement ������������������������������������������������������������������������12 AS-50wxSpecifications������������������������������������������������������������ 13 Performance Specifications ����������������������������������������������������������������������������13 Model Winch Diagram �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������14 Winch Parts List ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15 Troubleshooting������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 PlowingAlert � ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 Warranty������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 17 Warranty Qualifications ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������17...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction This Booklet Congratulations on your purchase of a KFI winch. Every effort has been made to ensure the KFI researches and develops winches to strict accuracy and completeness of the information in specifications. With proper use and maintenance, this manual.
  • Page 6: ManualConventions

    NOTE WARNING If you have questions regarding your winch, WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous we can help. Please call our help line at situation which, if not avoided, could result in 1-877-346-2050. death or serious injury. AS-50wx...
  • Page 7: SafetyRules

    Loss of traction can cause a shock load on the cable. Do not use cable as a pull strap. WARNING The cable may break before the motor stalls. For heavy loads at or near rated capacity, use a pulley block/snatch block to reduce the load on the cable. AS-50wx...
  • Page 8 Never release the release clutch when there is CAUTION a load on the winch. Use gloves to protect hands when handling the cable. Never let the cable slide through your hands. CAUTION Use hook strap when handling the hook for spooling or unspooling the cable. AS-50wx...
  • Page 9: ControlsAndFeatures

    (“ENGAGE”) locks the winch into the gear motor and gears system. Braking System (6): Braking action is automatically applied to the winch drum when the winch motor is stopped and there is a load on the synthetic rope. AS-50wx...
  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation location. Make sure the location you chose allows sufficient clearance from all metal This KFI 5,000 lb winch is designed with a bolt components. Drill mounting holes if required. pattern that is standard in this class of winch. Once location is found do not install until all Many winch mounting kits are available that wiring is completed.
  • Page 11: Step 4-Mount The Hand Remote Socket (Optional)

    (See diagram on page 9) Once all wiring is connected to the contactor you can then mount it using the supplied M6 hardware. WARNING Proper Terminal FAILURE FOLLOW SPECIFIC WIRING INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO Tightening YOUR WIRING SYSTEM OR EQUIPMENT. AS-50wx...
  • Page 12: WinchWiringDiagram

    With some applications the motor leads may need to be rotated to avoid interference with other components. If rotation is required please give us a call at 1-877-346-2050 for instructions or visit our website at www.kfiproducts.com and look in the Support section. AS-50wx...
  • Page 13: SwitchWiringDiagram

    Position hook stopper at approx. ¾ of the total line distance towards hook while using your winch to help reduce whip back in the event of synthetic rope breakage. AS-50wx...
  • Page 14: Operation

    General Tips for Safe Operation Locate a suitable anchor such as a strong tree Your AS-50wx winch is rated at 5,000 lbs. capacity trunk or boulder. Always use a sling or tree saver in first layer (max) when spooling the first rope as an anchor point.
  • Page 15: Winching Techniques

    Use brake pedal when under full tension. is winding evenly and tightly around the drum. The vehicle that is being winched can be slowly driven to add assistance to the winching process. Avoid shock loads; keep the cable under tension. AS-50wx...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    / damp conditions. Be sure to run the motor in careful not to allow kinking or over heating of free spool until the motor is warm. This helps dry the winch. out any moisture and condensation trapped inside the housing. AS-50wx...
  • Page 17: As-50WxSpecifications

    AS-50wx Specifications Performance Specifications Rated Pull 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Gear Reduction Ratio 180:1 Motor Permanent Magnet 1.22 HP (DC 12V) Drum Size 1.75” (D) x 3.19” (L) 44.5 mm (D) x 81.0 mm (L) Synthetic Cable 15/64” (D) x 50.0’ (L) 6 mm (D) x 15.25 m (L)
  • Page 18: Model Winch Diagram

    AS-50wx Specifications Parts Diagram AS-50wx...
  • Page 19: Winch Parts List

    AS-50wx Specifications Winch Parts List No Part# Description No Part# Description 500100 Motor Assembly 250070-B Washer Φ8, Flat 410018-B Bolt M5 x 16 100695 Wide Fairlead Bracket 450001 Coupling, I 250033-B Bolt M10 x 20 450003A Coupling, II SE-WRF Roller Fairlead , POM Rollers...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Contactor Issue Refer to our contactor troubleshooting guide at www.kfiproducts.com under “Support” Call KFI Technical support Double check your winch wiring diagram to make sure all wires are correct. Wired Incorrectly Hand remote / Dash rocker wires need to always Contactor clicks but the be green to green and black to black.
  • Page 21: Warranty

    Kappers Fabricating Inc. (KFI) will register this warranty upon receipt of your Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales receipt from one of KFI’s resale locations as proof of purchase. Please submit your warranty registration and your proof of purchase within Fifteen (15) days of the date of purchase.
  • Page 22: Contact Information

    Your purchase of the product shall constitute your release and indemnity in favor of KFI and/or or its parent company, its shareholders, officers, directors and employees from any and all claims or injuries of every kind resulting from use or operation of the product, including costs and attorney’s fees...
  • Page 23: SyntheticCable

    Respool the cable evenly and tightly on the drum. If cable is wound loosely it may cause the cable to work it way down to the drum and wedge itself under other layers. DO NOT Grease or Oil the synthetic cable. AS-50wx...
  • Page 24 1-877-346-2050 KFI Products P.O. Box 32 721 Sata Drive Spring Valley, MN 55975 www.kfiproducts.com Made in China ©2019 Kappers Fabricating Inc. Corporate Office: Kappers Fabricating Inc. P.O. Box 32 1015 Industrial Drive Spring Valley, MN 55975 USA...

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