Champion Power Equipment 100274 System manual

OWNER’S MANUAL & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Rated Pulling Capacity 2000 lb. (907 kg)
Rated Marine Capacity 5000 lb. (2268 kg)
Rated Rolling Capacity 6000 lb. (2722 kg)
Utility Winch
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Important safety instructions
are included in this manual.
MADE IN CHINA
REV 100274-20160526
12039 Smith Ave.
Santa Fe Springs CA 90670
USA / 1-877-338-0999
www.championpowerequipment.com
100274
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100274
Utility Winch
Rated Pulling Capacity 2000 lb. (907 kg)
Rated Marine Capacity 5000 lb. (2268 kg)
Rated Rolling Capacity 6000 lb. (2722 kg)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction....................1
Introduction..................1
Manual Conventions ............... 2
Safety Rules ................... 3
Controls and Features .............. 5
Utility winch ................. 5
Assembly ..................... 6
Contents of the Box ............. 6
Utility Winch Location............ 6
Mounting the Winch Permanently...... 6
Adapter Plate................. 7
Battery Connections............. 7
Temporarily Wiring the Winch........ 8
Remote Control................ 8
Operation..................... 9
Inspection...................9
Connecting a Load.............. 9
General Tips for Safe Operation...... 10
Manual Operation ............. 10
Winching Techniques............ 11
Maintenance .................. 12
Cleaning................... 12
Lubrication................. 12
Cable Assembly Replacement....... 12
Storage ................... 12
Troubleshooting................. 13
Specifications.................. 14
Performance Specifications........ 14
Parts Diagram ............... 15
Parts List.................. 16

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INTRODUCTION
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment product. Champion Power
Equipment and Champion Engine Technology designs, builds, and supports all of our products to strict
specifications and guidelines. With proper product knowledge, safe use, and regular maintenance, this
product should bring years of satisfying service.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information in this
manual, and we reserve the right to change, alter and/or improve the product and this document at any
time without prior notice.
Since CPE/CET highly value how our products are designed, manufactured, operated and are serviced,
and also highly value your safety and the safety of others, we would like you to take the time to review
this product manual and other product materials thoroughly and be fully aware and knowledgeable
of the assembly, operation, dangers and maintenance of the product before use. Fully familiarize
yourself, and make sure others who plan on operating the product fully familiarize themselves too, with
the proper safety and operation procedures before each use. Please always exercise common sense
and always error on the side of caution when operating the product to ensure no accidents, property
damage, or injury occurs. We want you to continue to use and be satisfied with your CPE/CET product
for years to come.

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This manual uses the following symbols to help differentiate between different kinds of information.
The safety symbol is used with a key word to alert you to potential hazards in operating and owning
power equipment.
Follow all safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of any damage, serious injury or death.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION used without the safety alert
symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
CAUTION
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
DANGER
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
If you have questions regarding your winch,
we can help. Please call our help line at
1-877-338-0999
NOTE
MANUAL CONVENTIONS

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Do not use this winch for lifting or moving
people or animals.
DANGER
Keep yourself and others a safe distance to
the side of the cable when under tension.
DANGER
Never step over or under a cable or near a
cable under load.
DANGER
Read this manual thoroughly before operating
your winch. Failure to follow instructions could
result in damage, serious injury or death.
WARNING
Do not exceed the rated capacities.
WARNING
The wire 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 wire cable.
WARNING
Do not use the winch to secure an item(s) for
transport.
WARNING
Do not use for overhead lifting.
WARNING
Winch is NOT waterproof and is NOT for use
underwater. DO NOT mount in a location that
could have the winch submerged in water.
WARNING
Disconnect the winch from power source
when not in use.
WARNING
Never leave an item(s) attached to the wire
cable, hook, or loaded when not in use.
WARNING
Use gloves to protect hands when handling
the hook or cable. Never let the cable slide
through your hands.
CAUTION
Do not wrap the cable around any object and
hook it back onto itself.
CAUTION
SAFETY RULES
Do not install or have crank handle installed if
the winch is connected to a power source.
DANGER
Do not use any vehicle to aid or help the
winch pull any loads.
DANGER Do not operate if cable is worn, frayed or
appears damaged. Replace cable before use.
DANGER

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Never operate a damaged or malfunctioning
winch. If winch appears damaged or is
malfunctioning, disconnect power source and
disconnect load.
WARNING
Any support structure the winch will be
mounted to must be designed to withstand
any load or forces that the load and winch
may apply to the structure. All mounting
hardware must also be able to withstand all
load weights and forces.
WARNING
Use only supplied or manufacturer
replacement power cables. Do not connect
other cables to a power source and winch, as
this may damage the winch and power source.
WARNING
When re-spooling the cable, ensure that the
cable spools in the over-wind position with the
cable entering the drum from the top, not the
bottom.
To re-spool correctly, and while wearing
gloves, keep a slight load on the cable while
pushing the remote button to draw in the
cable. Do not let your hands get within 12 in.
(30.5 cm) of the winch while re-spooling. Turn
off the winch and repeat the procedure until
a few inches of cable are left before the stop
bracket. Keep hands clear of the winch, cable
and slight load which winch is under power.
WARNING
Duration of winching pulls should be kept as
short as possible.
If the motor becomes uncomfortably hot to
the touch, stop winching immediately and let
it cool down for a few minutes. Do not pull for
more than one minute at or near the rated load.
CAUTION
If the motor stalls, do not maintain power to
the winch.
Utility winches are designed and made for
intermittent use and should not be used in
constant duty applications.
CAUTION
Do not use damaged or broken equipment.
Before each use inspect the winch and
equipment for any damage to the following:
– Winch
– Wire cable
– Hook
– Battery or Remote cables
If any of the above items or any other items
appear to be damaged or broken then replace
or fix before use.
DANGER
SAFETY RULES
Do not lift any loads over people, animals,
or property that cannot be damaged. Falling
loads may result in property damage, injury
or death.
DANGER
Do not anchor or mount winch in any overhead
position. Overhead use not recommended.
DANGER
Never disengage clutch under load. Only
engage or disengage clutch before connection
of loads.
CAUTION

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Utility winch
Read this owner’s manual before operating your winch. Familiarize yourself with the location and
function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
(1) Carry Handle – Can be used to carry the
winch when not mounted or in use.
(2) Crank Handle – Used to manually retract
or extend wire cable.
(3) Clutch – Used to engage or disengage wire
cable.
(4) Adapter Plate – Used to temporarily mount
winch.
(5) Wire Cable
(6) Hook – Used to secure wire cable to load.
(7) Remote Control – Used to electronically
retract or extend wire cable.
(8) Battery Cables – Used to connect the
winch to 12V automotive battery.
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ASSEMBLY
Contents of the Box
This CPE utility winch comes with the wire
cable and hook already attached. The box will
also contain the remote control, battery cables,
adapter plate and crank handle. Please make
sure to remove all contents from the box before
assembly or operation.
Mounting the Winch Permanently
This CPE utility winch can be securely mounted
to a fixed anchor point before operation. Mounting
hardware is not included. Mounting hardware
must be strong enough to withstand all loads
and forces imposed on it and the winch. Anchor
point must also be strong enough to withstand all
forces imposed on it from the loads and winch.
1. Find a secure and suitable anchor.
2. Using the holes at the bottom of the winch
frame, take a marker and mark “spot” holes
on the anchor.
3. Measure each hole on the winch frame and
choose the correct drill bit for each one.
4. Drill through all “spot” holes in the anchor.
5. Secure winch to anchor through all holes
using rated bolts, washers, and nuts able to
withstand any loads and forces imposed on
them by the loads and winch.
6. Make sure all bolts and nuts are tightened.
Always double check anchor before drilling
to ensure there are no hidden compartments
or panels that may be damaged or cause
structural damage by drilling.
CAUTION
If a mounting channel (not included) is used,
make sure it is rated to take any load weight or
force the winch and loads may impose on it.
NOTE
The length of bolts needed for mounting will
vary based on the thickness of the anchor
used. Measure anchor accordingly.
NOTE
Utility Winch Location
When choosing an anchor (permanent or
temporary) for the utility winch location please
keep these safety points in mind.
– The winch area must not be accessible to
children or animals. Loads may be very heavy
and property damage, injury or death may
occur if distractions are present.
– Make sure the winch is not installed on any
support structure that is located overhead.
– The winch should be located in an area that
has enough clearance on all sides of it, to
avoid any accidental breaking of the wire
cable.
– Do not choose an area where the winch can
or will be submerged in water.
– Do not winch at any angle. Winching at any
angle can damage the wire cable and winch.
Do not use the winch handle to anchor the
winch at any time.
DANGER

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ASSEMBLY
Do not place the battery cables near any
moving or rotating parts, heat, or water.
WARNING
Make sure the battery cables are tied up at all
times and are not left to “dangle” or hang.
CAUTION
Battery Connections
When working with batteries always make sure
to use eye protection, gloves and safety gear,
and never lean directly over the battery.
WARNING
Use only a 12V automotive or equivalent
battery to supply power to the winch.
WARNING
Never use or connect the battery cables or
winch to a damaged battery or one with signs
of corrosion.
DANGER
Never use the winch if it does not have a safe
and proper ground. Any metal that is coated
or painted is not a proper ground.
DANGER
Before wiring the winch to any battery powered
source, please heed these safety warnings.
Do not use adapter plate and/or winch to tow
any vehicle, boat or other object.
WARNING
Before attaching winch to the adapter plate,
make sure all bolts and nuts on the plate are
tightened and secure.
WARNING
Adapter Plate
The adapter plate can be used to temporarily
mount the winch to any 2 in. (5.1 cm) ball hitch
receiver.
1. Align the keyslot holes on the bottom of the
winch over the mounting bolts already on the
adapter plate. (A)
2. Place the winch onto the adapter plate,
keyslot holes over the bolts and then slide the
plate until the winch is secure on the bolts.
(B)
3. Place the adapter plate hole over any 2 in.
(5.1 cm) ball hitch, making sure it is secure.
BA