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PRODUCT MANUAL MANUFACTURER: HighTailer Winch Harken, Inc. 262-691-3320 N15W24983 Bluemound Rd. harkenindustrial.com Part Number: IN171 Pewaukee, WI, 53072 infoUSA@harkenindustrial.com Read the manual carefully 5423 Rev. 0 before using the winch. 07. 2022 IN171_HighTailer.MANUAL.PROD.indd 1 IN171_HighTailer.MANUAL.PROD.indd 1 6/30/2022 1:46:42 PM 6/30/2022 1:46:42 PM...
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HighTailer is a hitch-mounted, field utility winch system designed for lifting and lowering materials in all applications using synthetic fiber rope. IN171_HighTailer.MANUAL.PROD.indd 2 IN171_HighTailer.MANUAL.PROD.indd 2 6/30/2022 1:46:43 PM 6/30/2022 1:46:43 PM...
General information ������������������������������������ 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS About this manual 4 Glossary and pictograms 4 Risks 4 Intended use 4 Improper use 5 Personal protective equipment 5 Safety information �������������������������������������� 5 Electrical considerations 6 Technical support ���������������������������������������...
injury or death. T he manufacturer cannot be liable for damage, injury or O verloading or dynamic load on the Harken HighTailer consequential loss resulting from installation or servicing by may damage system. unqualified personnel.
In this case, the device must be returned to contingency to be encountered in relation to installation, the manufacturer or to a Harken authorized repair center operation, or maintenance. Should additional information and details be desired or if situations arise which are not covered - with wire rope, natural fiber ropes or polypropylene rope adequately for the user’s purpose, the specifics should be...
N EVER route electrical cables near parts that get hot. by the manufacturer. For all these reasons we advise customers N EVER route electrical cables through standing water. to contact Harken Technical Support. N EVER route electrical cables through or near moving parts. ...
LOAD LIMITS DIRECTION TO THE LOAD DIRECTION WINCH SPINS Labeling and description of symbols ROPE MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS PART NUMBER Labeling on strut The rope should be in line with strut to parallel with PART NUMBER LOADING DIAGRAM LOADING DIAGRAM the back of the vehicle. It should not form a more acute angle to the winch.
A lways use a minimum class 3 receiver hitch. A LWAYS use with mounts, components, and accessories authorized by Harken Industrial. N EVER alter the strut or other components of the winch system. A LWAYS USE WITH SUPPLIED BLOCK, it is integral to the ...
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1,500lb max working load H IG H 18 ft/min line speed 650lb max working load 43 ft/min line speed N EVER use with another connector type, which could interfere N ever Overload the Winch: with the geometry of the system. Unlike a block and tackle, when operating a capstan winch, A LWAYS keep foot control and power cords clear of the the operator can’t “feel”...
- Secure shackle clevis pin on block. - Secure hitch pin and bracket pin with cotter pin. The Harken Hightailer strut can be positioned angled to the To reverse strut direction: right or left. This allows the load to come in at an optimal angle - Pull the bracket pin and remove winch from strut.
to hitch reciever of vehicle to the O peration: block Load path and loading the winch Enter winch through to the load line drive, then use clockwise wraps around winch drum. Warning: Take at least two turns of the rope around the winch drum.
HIGHTAILER WINCH IN171 Loading the system: Select which direction the strut should angle based on the load/truck orientation. Truck wheels should be chocked. Use a pin and cotter pin to secure strut to hitch. Attach winch to strut using supplied bracket pin and cotter pin.
Foot pedal operation: INCORRECT USES: - Perform a load test in gear based on the amount of weight being lifted. - Select gear, lift at least 10 ft. Stop and lower load. NOTE: Assess if the load is descending at an appropriate NEVER allow rope rate, and adjust number of wraps on winch to optimize.
HIGHTAILER WINCH IN171 LOWERING THE LOAD: With one hand, grasp the rope. With the other hand, turn the release knob clockwise to allow the rope to slip on the winch drum and permit a controlled descent. To adjust descent speed, manually control the speed at which the rope leaves the winch by holding rope with arm out and bringing it in toward the winch drum.
In this case, the device must be returned to wire brush (no power tools). Retire if corrosion is heavy. the manufacturer or to a Harken authorized repair center. C leaning and lubrication by Harken’s service center may - If unsure, contact Harken.
WARRANTY Harken Industrial guarantees this product for three years against any defects in materials or manufacture. The guarantee does not cover this product from normal wear and tear, oxidation, modification or alteration, incorrect use or storage, poor maintenance, accidental damage, negligence or any usage for which the product was not designed.
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