Haigh Mean Mother MMKR95T User manual

Part Number: MMKR95T / MMKR13T
For your personal safety read, understand and follow
the information provided in this instruction manual before using.
user manual
Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS)
It is recommended that the minimum breaking strength of the strap/rope should
be between 2 and 3 times the vehicle’s gross vehicle mass (GVM)
*GVM means the maximum loaded mass (including the vehicle’s chassis, body, engine, engine
manufacturer on a plate a xed to the vehicle or assessed by the road authorities in the
absence of a plate.
KINETIC SNATCH ROPE

Mean Mother Snatch Ropes are made from nylon webbing which has been
treated for longer wear. Each of our ropes feature 30% elongation, reinforced and
protected eyelets, and are tested to meet quality and strength standards. The
Mean Mother Snatch Ropes are available in:
•9m x 19mm (29ft x 3/4”) & rated to 9,500kg (20,944lb) min. breaking strength.
•9m x 22mm (29ft x 7/8”) & rated to 13,000kg (28,660lb) min. breaking strength.
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KINETIC SNATCH ROPE
KEY INFORMATION & SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
• Check the strap/rope and its packaging for the stated Minimum Breaking Strength
(MBS) of this strap/rope.
• It is recommended that the minimum breaking strength of the strap/rope should be
between 2 and 3 times the vehicle’s gross vehicle mass (GVM); and
• The strap/rope must be suited to the GVM of the lighter of the two vehicles used in
the recovery process
• Persons intending to use the strap/rope should consider completing a nationally
recognised four wheel drive training course or contact a four wheel drive club for
comprehensive advice on the proper selection and use of the strap/rope.
• The strap/rope must not be used for lifting or conventional towing.
• Persons intending to use the strap/rope must ensure that the strap/rope is not
damaged and is in usable condition.
Mean Mother Snatch Ropes have been designed to stretch 30% and spring back
to the original length in a recovery operation. Similarly to a rubber band
springing
back after stretching, a snatch rope being stretched between two vehicles
generates a kinetic energy pulling force as the rope returns to its original
length. The combination of the recovery vehicle pull and the pulling force from
the rope creates a 'snatching' effect that can heave a stranded vehicle free
from being bogged or unable to move under its own power. When used in
accordance with the “Guidelines for safe use of Vehicle Recovery Ropes and Snatch
Ropes”, vehicles may be recovered with minimal risk of injury to people or damage
to vehicle equipment.
WARNING
INCORRECT USE MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH
Vehicle OCCUPANTS and BYSTANDERS have been KILLED by flying projectiles (such as tow balls) when recovery
straps/ropes have been attached incorrectly. NEVER attach recovery ropes to vehicle fittings such as tow balls, tow
bars, tie-down points or tow hooks. ONLY attach recovery straps/ropes to an APPROVED recovery point/device that is
suitably rated for use with the straps/ropes. BEFORE attempting a vehicle recovery all passengers must exit the
vehicles and stand as far away as possible.

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• The strap’s/rope’s strength and stretch are reduced when the strap/rope is saturated.
• An object such as recovery damper, heavy bag or blanket must be draped over the
strap/rope during use to reduce any unintentional rebound of the strap/rope
• Before attempting the vehicle recovery, passengers of the vehicles involved must
• Exit the vehicles and
• Stand as far away from the vehicles as possible (recommended as at least 1.5 times
the length of the unstretched strap/rope) from either of the vehicles involved in the
recovery process and
• Avoid standing within the path of the vehicle performing the recovery
SETTING UP THE RECOVERY
CONNECTING THE RECOVERY STRAP/ROPE
WARNING
Always follow product instructions. It is important to correctly attach
the motor vehicle recovery strap/rope to a motor vehicle. A standard tow
ball or vehicle tie-down point is not designed for this purpose and may
result in the strap/rope or vehicle component detaching from a motor
vehicle and striking and seriously injuring or killing a person. Only attach
the strap/rope to a vehicle recovery point or device that is suitably rated
for use with the strap/rope. Incorrect use has previously resulted in
serious injury and death.
Assess the circumstances of the stranded vehicle. If it has bottomed out, clear under
the vehicle body so it rests on its wheels. The recovery vehicle should be placed in
line (no more than 10° o the straight line) with the stranded vehicle, for either a
forward or reverse recovery operation. Distance between vehicles should be 2-3
metres (6-9ft) less than the un-stretched length of the Recovery strap/rope.
Establish agreed signals between the vehicle drivers, by radio (preferably), hand signals
or vehicle horn.
Carefully inspect the Recovery strap/rope to determine that it is in good condition. If the
strap/rope is wet, dirty, cut or chaed, it will not perform properly. A wet strap/rope may
be 20% under strength, a damaged strap/rope may break. Do not allow the strap/rope
to contact hot surfaces or sharp edges. Roll the strap/rope out between the vehicles, and
make sure there are no twists, leave about 2-3 metres (6-9ft) slack between the vehicles.
The joining of ropes should be avoided wherever possible (Retailers carry varying
lengths of strap/rope).
NEVER USE A METAL OBJECT to join ropes - if the strap/rope breaks it can become a
missile and cause damage or injury.

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MAKING THE RECOVERY
Check your vehicle hand book for recovery point locations, or use correctly rated and
tted aftermarket recovery points. DO NOT CONNECT TO A TOW BALL OR TIE DOWN
POINT. Connect Recovery strap/rope to recovery point, for any recovery point requiring
the use of a shackle to attach the strap/rope, use only load rated shackles. Only connect
to correctly rated recovery points on the vehicles, with only `Load Rated’ shackles. Load
ratings are marked on shackles as WLL (Working Load Limit). Bow Shackles are suitable
for this purpose and should be rated at least 3.25t. To correctly tighten shackle
pins,screw the pin until it seats then back about 1/2 to 1 turn. Over tightening may lead
to seized pins, due to the force exerted during recovery operations. To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal injury, hang a suitable recovery damper blanket, over the
Recovery strap/rope, approximately midway to restrict the whipping action of a
strap/rope should it break.
Last thing - Check all connections and clear bystanders to a safe distance (1.5 times the
un-stretched Recovery strap/rope length) to the side of the recovery operation and
NEVER in the line of recovery.
1. Before the recovery operation drivers must agree on the point to which the
stranded vehicle is to be recovered and the signal (radio, hand signal or horn blast)
when that point is reached.
2. With communications maintained between both vehicles, and Recovery Rope
secure, the recovery vehicle should gently accelerate, taking up the slack and
proceeding at no faster than 10-12 kph. (6-7mph) For best results the stranded
vehicle should be in 1st gear (or 2nd Low), and the driver should assist the recovery
by trying to drive out approximately 3 seconds from when the recovery vehicle
moves o.
3. If the vehicle is not recovered on the attempt, check under the stranded vehicle,
again, for obstacles, reset the slack in the Recovery strap/rope and try a little more
speed by the recovery vehicle. NOTE: Excessive speed or continual jerking action
whilst using a Recovery strap/rope may result in damage to the recovery point,
chassis and drive line of both vehicles.
4. When the stranded vehicle reaches the agreed point the driver should advise and
the recovery vehicle should stop, then the stranded vehicle should stop.
5. Where proper use of a Recovery strap/rope is unsuccessful, use an appropriate
sized recovery winch.
6. Do not attempt to remove the strap/rope until both vehicles are stationary and
secured.
7. NOTE: Recovery Ropes require rest periods between use to return to their original
length and capacity. Excessive pulls over a short period of time can cause heat build
up and possible failure. Check your vehicle hand book for recovery point locations,
or use correctly rated and tted aftermarket recovery points.

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https://www.4wdcouncil.com.au/resources/snatch-strap-guidelines/
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FULL SNATCH STRAP/ROPE
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Please refer to the 4WD Industry council’s safe
use of recovery straps/ropes
GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• Never allow your strap/rope to rub against sharp or hot surfaces.
• Avoid twists & kinks, after washing, and when dry; always coil your strap/rope for
storage
• Clean your strap/rope with warm water and a mild detergent, allowing thorough
drying before storage. Foreign material such as sand and grit can permanently
damage the strap/rope bres.
• Check full length of ropes for nicks and cuts before and after use. If damaged,
replace it.
• Never use the strap/rope as a lifting sling.
• Inspect shackles for damage; if pins are hard to turn, shackle has been overstressed.
Replace it.

Product Warranty
HAIGH AUSTRALIA PTY LTD (ACN 005 065 298)
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WARRANTY
WARRANTY CLAIMS
1. If a fault covered by warranty occurs, the customer must rst the retailer from which
the Product was purchased or Haigh Australia.
2. Any warranty claim must be accompanied by: (a) proof of purchase; and (b) full details
of the alleged defect.
3. The customer must make the Product available to Haigh Australia or its authorised
repair agent for inspection and testing. If such inspection and testing nds no defect
in the Product, the customer must pay Haigh Australia’s usual costs of service work
and testing.
4. The customer must bear the cost of the transport of the Product to and from Haigh
Australia or the authorised repair agent to make the warranty claim, and all insurance
of the Product.
Haigh Australia Pty Ltd (ACN 005 065 298) (“Haigh Australia”) provides the following
addition to any rights and remedies imposed by Australian State and Federal legislation
that cannot be excluded. Nothing in this warranty is to be interpreted as excluding,
restricting or modifying any State or Federal legislation applicable to the supply of goods
and services which cannot be excluded, restricted or modied.
Haigh Australia warrants that, subject to the exclusions and limitations below, the Snatch
strap/rope and its components (“Product”) will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 1 year from date of purchase. This warranty is not
transferable to a subsequent customer if the Product is sold by the original customer
during the warranty period. If a defect appears in the manufacture or assembly of the be
defective in materials or workmanship, then Haigh Australia will, in its sole discretion,
either:
a) replace or repair the Product or the defective part of the Product free of charge; or
b) have the Product or the defective part of the Product to be replaced or repaired by a
Haigh Australia reserves the right to replace defective parts of the Product with parts and
components of similar quality, grade and composition where an identical part or
component is not available. Goods presented for repair may be replaced by refurbished
goods of the same type rather than being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to
repair the goods.

EXCLUSIONS
(a)
Australia or an authorised repair agent;
(b) the alleged defect in the Product is within acceptable industry variances;
(c) Haigh Australia cannot establish any fault in the Product after testing and inspection;
(d) the Product has been used other than for the purpose for which it was designed;
(e) the defect in the Product has arisen due to the customer’s failure to properly use and
maintain the Product;
(f) the Product has been subject to abnormal conditions, including environment,
(g) the defect has arisen due to abuse, misuse, neglect or accident.
The warranty will not apply where:
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also
entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable
quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
LIMITATIONS
Haigh Australia makes no express warranties or representations other than set out in this
warranty. The repair or replacement of the Product or part of the Product is the absolute
limit of Haigh Australia’s liability under this express warranty.
CONTACT
PO Box 3200
DARRA QLD 4076
Ph: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.meanmother.com.au
The warranty does not extend to:
(a) damage or defects caused by normal wear and tear.
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