KFI Tiger Tail User manual

Instruction Manual

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Manual Conventions
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
a plow.
Follow all safety messages to avoid or reduce the
risk of serious injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
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.
NOTE
If you have questions regarding your plow,
we can help. Please call our help line at
1-877-346-2050.
To help you make informed decisions regarding safety, we have included instructions and
information on labels. This information is provided with the intent to help avoid potential
hazards that may harm you or others. It is, in no way, possible for us to inform you of every
hazard you may come across with this product.
©2013 Copyright Kappers Fabricating, Inc. All rights reserved

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WARNING
• Read this manual thoroughly before
operating your TigerTail. Failure to follow
instructions could result in serious injury
or death.
• Always us a DOT approved helmet,
gloves, chest protector, and goggles
while operating the vehicle using the tow
system.
• Do not exceed vehicle manufacturer’s
recomended towing limits up to a
maximum of 2400 lbs. This device is
intended for Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV)
or side by side vehicles. Not to be used on
Public Roads.
• Make sure that all nuts and bolts are
tightened per installation instructions.
• Never operate this KFI product with
missing or damaged parts.
• Drive slowly over bumpy and rough
terrain, driving fast could cause damage
to the TigerTail System.
• Do NOT exceed 5 mph while tow system
is in use.
• Always perform regular inspections and
maintenance on the TigerTail System
before use.
• Operate with extreme caution on slopes,
steep grades, and rough terrain.
• Towed vehicle must keep rope at max
length while being towed. While the rope
may appear to be taut, this does not imply
that the rope is fully extended.
• Do NOT use to lift or support humans.
• Do NOT use rope fairlead or any other
location on the TigerTail as a tow/anchor
point. Only use Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) or approved anchor
points.
Safety Rules
CAUTION
• Rope must be controlled while recoiling to
prevent personal injury or damage.
• Device contains a coiled spring under
tension. Do NOT remove nuts securing the
housing.
• Do NOT jerk load the rope. Jerk loading
the rope may cause personal injury, death,
or vehicle damage.
• Protect rope from sharp edges and
extreme heat. Prior to each use inspect
the rope for cuts, abrasions, or hard
spots. If rope shows signs of wear replace
immediately.
• Towing another vehicle will affect how
your vehicle handles and will reduce its
ability to accelerate, make turns, and
other maneuvers.
• Prior to attaching to an immovable object
during a winch operation, ensure that the
rigging does not produce a load in excess
of 2,400 lbs for any rope section. Proper
double line rigging will reduce the load of
each rope section. Refer to winch OEM
manual for proper rigging.

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ITEM PART# DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 61201 TIGERTAIL XT BASE 1
2 101132 XT BASE HOOK ADJUSTER 1
3 41019 SPOOL 1
4 P800343 SPOOL SPACER 2
5 41022 SHAFT SEAL 1
6 41024 2-046 BUNA-N O-RING 70D BLACK 1
7 41027 SPRING COVER ASM 1
7.1 41025 SPRING COVER 1
7.2 41026 TIGERTAIL SPRING 1
8 71206 XT SHAFT 1
9 101121 KFI TIGERTAIL ROPE ASSEMBLY 1
9.1 101122-15 TIGERTAIL XT ROPE 1
9.2 41013 7/16" WIRE ROPE THIMBLE 1
9.3 41011 TOW HOOK #12 ZINC 1
10 CB-ZP-1024-0_63 #10-24 x 5/8" CARRIAGE BOLT, STEEL, ZINC 6
11 HNNL-ZP-1024 #10-24 HEX NUT NYLOCK, STEEL, ZINC 8
12 FW-SAE-ZP-10 #10 FLAT WASHER, SAE, STEEL, ZINC 2
13 HK-306 HARDWARE KIT 1
13.1 CB-ZP-0500-13-1_25 1/2-13 x 1 1/4 CARRIAGE BOLT, STEEL, ZINC PLATED 4
13.2 FW-SAE-ZP-0500 1/2" FLAT WASHER, SAE, STEEL, ZINC 4
13.3 HN-ZP-0500-13 1/2"-13 HEX NUT, STEEL, ZINC 4
14 CB-ZP-1024-0_75 #10-24 x 3/4” CARRIAGE BOLT, STEEL, ZINC 2
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
Note: TigerTail installation requires the correct mounting bracket
to be installed prior to proceeding. TigerTail Mount instructions included
with the purchase of a TigerTail Mount will include more detail directions for
vehicle specic TigerTail installation (only use supplied bolts).
1) Placehookinhookholeandadjusttentionofhookarm,untilhookdoesnot
falloutofhole,usingthetwonutsandboltsonrightsideofTigerTail.
2) PlacetheboltsintotheslottedholesonthebottomoftheTigerTailTow
System.
3) InstallTowSystemtopreviouslyinstalledmountingbracket.Placeawasher
andnutoneachbolt.
4) Tightento78ft-lbs(106N-m)withatorquewrench(donotapplylubeto 
threads).
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Keeptowsystemcleanofmudanddebris.Donotpressurewashatclose
proximity(closerthan2feetor.61m)ordamagemayoccurtothetowsystem.Do
notuseheavydetergentsorpetroleum-basedproductsontheropeorspool.
Thehookshouldbesnuginthestoredposition.Ifhookisnotsnug,loosenboth
nutsonfrontsideofhooktab,slideadjusterupwards,retightennuts,andcheckfor
properoperation.Whentheropeisretractedfully,hookshouldnotbeabletobe
removedfromthestoredposition.
Excessivesunlightisharmfulandmaydamagethespool,springhousing,and
rope.Paintfadingmayoccur.CoverTowSystemwhenitisnotbeingused.

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
Follow precautions as described in OEM Manual.
Review TigerTail UT Operation and Maintenance Manual prior to each
use.
1. Positiontowingvehicleandtowedvehiclesuchthatbothvehiclesare
inline.
2. Placetheparkingbrakeonanddismounttowvehicle.Refertothe
OEMmanualforproperlocationsforattachpoints.
3. Rotatetowsystemspooltoreleasetensiononhook.
4. Pulloutropetoeasehookremovalfromhookstoragetab.
5. Attachhooktoasecurepointonvehicletobetowedasspeciedin
theOEM.
6. Ensurethatthevehicletobetowedisnothigh-centered.
7. PlacethevehicletobetowedinNeutral.
8. Remountthetowvehicleandreleasetheparkingbrake.
9. Extendropebydrivingslowly(2mphmax)awayfromthevehicleto
betowed.
10. Whenropeisatfullextension(unwoundcompletelyoffofspool),
gentlydepressthethrottleuntiltowedvehicleisfree.Donot“jerk
load”andavoidspinningthetires.
11. Towedvehiclemustkeepropeatmaxlengthwhilebeingtowed.
Whiletheropemayappeartobetaut,thisdoesnotimplythattherope
isfullyextended.
12. Onceboththetowingandtowedvehiclecometoacompletestop,
reversetowvehicleseveralfeet.
13. Putparkingbrakeonanddismounttowvehicle.
14. Disconnecthookfromtowedvehicle.
15. Ropemayneedtobeguidedtoevenlywindonthespool.
 Note:Onceropehasbeenused,itwilltendtowrapmoreevenly.
16. Replacehookintostoragelocationandmakesurehookisseated.
17. Verifythatthimbleisseatedandampletensionisappliedtokeepit
secured.
18. RemounttowvehicleandreleaseParkingBrake.

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Notes:

Kappers Fabricating, Inc. (KFI) warrants to the original purchaser that the product is free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of six (6) months from the original date of purchase. We will repair or replace, at our discretion, parts found to be
defective due to materials or workmanship. This warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions:
Commercial Use: The warranty period for any product used for commercial or rental is limited to ninety (90) days from the date
of original purchase.
Limitations: This warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, and operated in accordance
with the instructions contained within this manual. This warranty does not apply to any product of Kappers Fabricating, Inc. that
has been subject to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, or shipping damage.
Exclusions: Excluded from this warranty are normal wear, normal adjustments, normal maintenance, finish and synthetic rope.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED
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THE WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
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KFI reserves the right to change product design without notice. For situations in which KFI has changed a product design, KFI shall
have no obligation to upgrade or otherwise modify previously manufactured products.
In the event you have a claim under this warranty, contact KFI’s Technical Service and KFI will troubleshoot any issue via phone
or e-mail. If the problem is not corrected by this method, KFI will, at its option, authorize evaluation, repair or replacement of the
defective part or component at a KFI Service Center. KFI will provide you with a case number for warranty service. Please keep it
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