Operating Instructions
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Multi-Purpose Winch
Description
Multi-purpose winches are used to pull
heavy loads hor i zon tal ly from one point to
another. The QC series fea tures a quick-
connecting wiring harness for port a bil i ty
and fast installation.
Unpacking
When unpacking this product, carefully
inspect for any damage that may have
occurred during transit.
General Safety Information
The following safety precautions must be
followed at all times:
1. Read all manuals included with this
product care ful ly. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the equipment. Only
persons well ac quaint ed with these
rules of safe operation should be
allowed to use the winch.
Always unplug the
wiring harness
to prevent ac ci den tal starting before
at tempt ing to install, service, relocate or
perform any maintenance.
2. Never use the winch to lift or move
people or animals.
3. Stand away from the winch when in
use and keep chil dren free from winch
area at all times.
Always stand clear
of the area behind
and be tween the load or anchor point and
the winch. Serious injury could occur, if
the cable breaks.
4. Always keep hands clear of cable
spool (drum area).
5. Do not wear loose fitting clothing,
scarves, or neck ties. Loose clothing
may become caught in moving parts
and result in serious personal injury.
6. Do not use the winch as a hoist.
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QC1500, QC2500, QC3500, QC4500, AP1500 and AP3500
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Model AP3500
Never use the winch for over head
lifting.
7. Always use the winch with circuit
breakers. Failure to use the breakers
could cause overheating thus
creating a potential fire hazard or
motor damage.
The cable
fasteners on this or
any winch are not designed to hold rated
loads. Always leave a min i mum of five
wraps of ca ble on the drum at the bottom
layer to achieve a rated load.
8. Inspect the entire cable for weak or
worn condition or kinking (short tight
twist or curl) before each use.
9. When replacing the cable, always
use a Powerwinch cable with
the same winch rating and cable
strength.
10. Never substitute rope for cable.
Possible injury could occur.
11. Do not attempt to pull a load greater
than the rated load of the winch.
12. Do not use the winch to hold or
support the load once a job is
complete or to permanently secure
the load. Damage could occur to the
winch or the load.
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Model QC1500
Model QC4500
Model QC2500
13. Never wrap the winch cable around
the load. Use a recovery strap or
chain to prevent the cable from
kinking or fraying.
14. Always wear leather gloves when
handling the cable. Steel cable can
cause hand injuries.
disconnect the pow er cord from the
socket to avoid moisture collection in the
socket and prevent the pos si bil i ty of short
circuiting.
15. Always block the vehicle wheels to
help prevent the vehicle from rolling
when pulling a load with the winch.
16. Do not operate the winch under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication.
17. After using the emergency hand
crank, always re move the crank
before restoring power. The crank
will turn under power and could cause
serious injury.
Installation
MOUNTING
These winches can be mounted on a ball
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After using the
winch, always
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