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WNER ANUAL Model 915 OWNER’S MANUAL Models 712, 712-S & 912 RAILER INCH These instructions apply to all models listed. Details and procedures unique to a specific model are labeled appropriately. Setup with double line pull (pulley block) pw915101 Setup with double line pull (pulley block) pw912101 P77712 &...
PROPRIETARY STATEMENT The Powerwinch Trailer Winch is a product of Scott Fetzer Electrical Group or SFEG, located in Fairview, Tennessee, USA. The information contained or disclosed in this document is considered proprietary to SFEG. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information presented in this document is accurate and complete.
SAFETY INFORMATION The following Safety Precautions Must be followed at ALL Times. Failure to follow the warnings and cautions in this manual could result in serious injury and/or property damage. This product can expose you to chemicals including Di-isodecyl phthalate (DIDP), Vinyl Chloride and Cumene, which are known to the state of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
712, 712-S, & 912 Trailer Winch Powerwinch INSTALLATION MOUNTING UNIT The following instructions are for standard mounting of winch. Winch can be mounted on trailer in same position and location as an existing hand winch. 1. Remove existing hand winch.
712, 712-S, & 912 Trailer Winch Powerwinch SHOCK HAZARD. ALWAYS disconnect battery before working on electrical equipment. ALWAYS use recommended wire size and rated circuit breakers. Failure to use furnished and recommended sizes can cause a fire hazard and void warranty.
712, 712-S, & 912 Trailer Winch Powerwinch ASSEMBLING PULLEY BLOCK Pulley block can increase the pulling capacity approximately 55%. Only included with P77712 and P77912 1. Place two screws through one tear drop plate Nut & Washer (x2) and hold in place.
712, 712-S, & 912 Trailer Winch Powerwinch OPERATION To avoid personal injury and property damage, ALWAYS clear area around and behind boat of people, animals and obstructions before loading or unloading boat. NEVER stand between load or anchor point and winch. Serious personal injury could occur if cable breaks.
712, 712-S, & 912 Trailer Winch Powerwinch LOADING BOAT 1. Align boat and trailer. 2. Loosen clutch knob, turn counterclockwise and free-wheel cable/strap to boat. Attach hook to bow eye. NOTE: If cable/strap is initially difficult to pull out, try engaging motor for a few seconds with clutch fully released.
712, 712-S, & 912 Trailer Winch Powerwinch MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION The following steps should be performed a minimum of once a year or when unit is placed in storage. Cable: Lubricate cable with Whitmore’s Wire Rope Spray, WD40 or equivalent. Spray shaft and cable as cable is being wound.
712, 712-S, & 912 Trailer Winch Powerwinch TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Winch Does Not Operate Confirm power to winch. 1. Check vehicle battery is fully charged. Correct as required. 2. Confirm connections are tight & clean. 3. Check wires are worn or bare that may cause shorts.
712, 712-S, & 912 Trailer Winch Powerwinch ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST pw912501 Please refer to the table on page 10 to determine if shown items are used with your model.
Powerwinch WARRANTY SFEG warrants to the FIRST retail Purchaser that the Powerwinch Product described in this manual is free of defects in material and workmanship within the terms and conditions as set forth below. SFEG’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at SFEG’s option, of any defective component within the stated warranty period.
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712, 712-S, & 912 Trailer Winch Powerwinch For Your Records Dealer/Installer NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: PURCHASE DATE: PART NUMBER: SERIAL NUMBER: PRODUCT NAME/ DESCRIPTION: Retain your original proof of purchase. It is required for all warranty repairs and returns. 2268 Fairview Blvd Fairview, TN 37062 Powerwinch 1.800.793.4793 | www.powerwinch.com...
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