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WINCH USE, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE - ELECTRIC
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Keep the winch free of dirt, oil, grease, water and other substances.
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Check all mounting bolts and make sure they are tightened to the recommended torque values. Replace
any damaged fasteners.
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Periodically check all connections to be sure they are tight and free of corrosion.
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Check the cable for visible damage every time the winch is operated. Examples of damage are: cuts, knots,
mashed or frayed portions, and broken strands. Replace cable immediately if damaged. Failure to replace
a damaged cable could result in breakage.
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Regularly check the brake for slippage or drift. This is detected visually when winch is under load. If winch
drum continues to turn after controls are released, the brake may need to be replaced.
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Periodically clean and grease the brake assembly. This will ensure proper performance and extend the life
of the winch. If winch seems to labor or get excessively hot during the lowering of loads, the brake will need
to be serviced or replaced.
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Check motor brushes periodically and replace when necessary.
Note: Only the motor brushes and brake assembly require periodic replacement.
WINCH PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Maintenance Activity
Check Fasteners
Check Electrical Connections
Clean And Grease Brake Assembly
Check Motor Brushes
Visually Check Winch And Control
WINCH MECHANICAL BRAKE
The mechanical brake generates heat when loads are lowered and the wire cable is powered out. Care must be
taken to avoid overheating the mechanical brake.
Whine or chatter associated with a new mechanical brake is normal and typically disappears with use.
Overheating the mechanical brake may result in permanent damage to, or failure of, the brake. Replace any damaged
brake components before resuming use of the winch.
JACK MAINTENANCE
The following procedures should be performed at least annually.
SIDE-WIND MODELS
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The internal gearing and bushings of the jack must be kept lubricated. Apply a small amount of automotive
grease to the internal gearing by removing the jack cover, or if equipped, use a needle nose applicator or
standard grease gun on the lubrication point found on the side of the jack near the crank. Rotate the jack
handle to distribute the grease evenly.
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A lightweight oil must be applied to the handle unit at both sides of the tube.
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If equipped, the axle bolt and nut assembly of the caster wheel must also be lubricated with the same
lightweight oil.
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After First
Before Each Use
Operation
Semi-Annually Or
After Each 25 Hours
Of Operation
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