Quadratec Q-Performance Stealth Series User manual

Q-Performance Stealth
Series Winch
with Integrated Solenoid
& Synthetic Winch Line
Assembly and Installation Manual
#92122.4031 & #92122.4041
REQUIRED TOOLS:
Safety Glasses
Safety Gloves
Torque Wrench
13 MM Wrench15 MM Socket
16 MM Wrench2.5 MM Hex (Allen®) Key
4 MM Hex (Allen®) Key
#1 Phillips Head Screwdriver
READ ALL SAFETY MESSAGES AND UNDERSTAND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURE NOTICES
FORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR USE THIS PRODUCT.
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Unpacking:
When unpacking, check to make sure all parts are included. If any part is missing or
broken, please call Quadratec Customer Service at 800-745-6037 as soon as possible.
Winch Assembly
Clutch
Handle
Winch Power Button
Hawse
Fairlead
Chafe
Guard
Fairlead
Hardware
Winch
Mounting
Hardware
Remote
Controller
Remote
Cable
Winch Hook
Winch Hook Strap
Remote Control
Plug Cover
Winch
Line
A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH
OR SERIOUS INJURY. YOU CAN BE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY HURT IF YOU DO
NOT FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS.
A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN
MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY. YOU CAN BE MODERATELY HURT AND ALSO
MAY SUFFER PROPERTY DAMAGE IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS.
CAREFUL ATTENTION IS REQUIRED TO THIS INSTRUCTION OR OPERATION BUT
DOES NOT GENERALLY RELATE TO PERSONAL INJURY. DAMAGE TO YOUR
QUADRATEC®PRODUCT OR OTHER PROPERTY MAY RESULT IF YOU DO NOT
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS.
A Few Words About Product Safety:
Your safety and the safety of others is
very important. To help you avoid risks
and make informed decisions this manual
contains safety messages about your
Q-Performance Series self-recovery
winch. Individual safety messages
and sections of this manual may be
preceded by the safety alert symbol ----
and one of three signal words:

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Assembly and Installation
Motor Stator
Cable Yellow
Motor Stator
Cable Green
Motor Rotator
Cable Red
Solenoid Ground
Wire (See below)
Positive Cable Red Tip
(To Positive Battery Terminal)
Negative Ground Cable
Black Tip (To Negative
Terminal on Battery)
Electric Cable Connection Attach
the black (negative) ground cable to
motor terminal and blacksolenoid
ground wire with brass bolt. Tighten the
brass bolt onto terminal using a 13mm
wrench. Then attach positive and
negative cables to theircorresponding
battery terminals.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Motor &
Solenoid
Ground Wires
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SPARK/CHEMICAL BURN HAZARDS:
CONNECTING WINCH TO BATTERY AND WINCH OPERATION MAY CAUSE
ELECTRICAL ARCS. NEVER INSTALL OR USE WINCH WHERE GASOLINE
LEAKS, VAPORS OR OTHER FLAMMABLES ARE PRESENT.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION & REMOVE JEWELRY WHEN
WORKING WITH BATTERY OR INSTALLING WINCH ELECTRICAL CABLES.
PLAN CONNECTIONS TO AVOID FUEL LINES, HOT OR ROTATING PARTS.
NEVER ROUTE ELECTRICAL CABLE OR WINCH CONTROLLER ACROSS
SHARP EDGES, DOORS OR OTHER PINCH POINTS.
ALWAYS USE SUPPLIED TERMINAL BOOTS, INSULATE ANY OTHER
EXPOSED CONNECTIONS AND NEATLY SUPPORT ALL WIRING.
DEPENDING ON YOUR LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE REGARDING ELECTRICAL
WIRING, YOU MAY WISH TO HAVE THIS PROCEDURE PERFORMED BY A
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.

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Winch Mounting:
Mount the supplied Hawse Fairlead to
the Mounting Frame (not included) using
supplied Bolts and Nuts.
The winch MUST be properly secured to
a winch mount bumper or an approved
winch mount plate with the included
10mm nuts and bolts (qty 4/each).
There are machined pockets at each of
the four inside base corners that fit a
flange head whiz nut. Place a nut into
each pocket and center the winch over
the mounting base holes. Tip: a touch
of bearing grease can hold the 4 nuts in
place prior to fastening the flange head
whiz bolts. In some rare mounting
situations drilling for bolt holes may be
required. Using a 15mm socket, thread
the four 10mm x 1.5 x 35mm bolts
through the bottom of the winch mount
plate or bumper and into the whiz nuts.
Use a torque wrench and 10mm socket
and torque each mounting bolt to
50Ft-lbs.
Synthetic Winch Line Pre-Tensioning:
The winch line must be pre-tensioned
prior to use. Do NOT use winch line
without pre-tensioning it.
First, place clutch in Free Spool position
and slowly pull all of the winch line from
the drum. Remove the line fastener at the
drum using a 4mm allen key at the drum
and remove the line.
Thread the winch line through the
fairlead and re-attach the line to the
winch drum. You now need to pre-stretch
winch line to ensure even stretching. To
stretch winch line, begin with 5 or 6 snug
wraps around the drum and set up a
secureanchor point. Pull vehicle (in
Assembly and Installation (Continued)
Flange
Head Nut
(10mm x
1.5mm)
Flange Head Whiz Bolt
(10mm x 1.5mm x 35mm)
Winch Mount
Plate or Bumper
BATTERY CABLES SHOULD NOT BE DRAWN TAUT. LEAVE SLACK
FOR SOME CABLE MOVEMENT. THE BATTERY CABLES SHOULD BE
SECURE, OUT OF THE WAY OF MOVING PARTS, ROAD DEBRIS, OR ANY
POSSIBILITY OF BEING DAMAGED BY OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE
OF VEHICLE. FOR EXAMPLE, THE BATTERY CABLES MAY BE ROUTED
UNDER THE VEHICLE, ATTACHING THEM TO THE FRAME USING
SUITABLE FASTENERS SUCH AS CABLE TIES (NOT INCLUDED).
DO NOT ATTACH BATTERY CABLES TO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, DRIVE
SHAFT, EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE, FUEL LINE, OR ANY OTHER
COMPONENTS WHICH MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE BATTERY CABLES
THROUGH HEAT OR MOTION, OR CREATE A FIRE HAZARD. IF A
HOLE IS DRILLED THROUGH THE BUMPER OR ANY OTHER PART OF
THE VEHICLE, MAKE SURE TO INSTALL A RUBBER GROMMET (NOT
INCLUDED) IN THE HOLE TO PREVENT FRAYING OF THE BATTERY
CABLES AT THAT POINT. THE USE OF AT LEAST A 650 COLD CRANKING
AMPS (CCA) BATTERY IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

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neutral gear) with the winch up a slight
flat incline. See your glovebox sized
“Self-Recovery Winch Operator’s Guide”
to properly set up this pull with full
understanding of all safety precautions.
To fully stretch the winch line, you will
need about 500 lbs. of tension on the
cable during the operation. Once you
have completed the pull, be sure to
rewind cable in tight rows not allowing
upper rows to intertwine with lower
rows. Review Operator’s Guide for this
extremely important procedure.
Attach the Winch Hook to Synthetic
Winch Line:
Attach as shown using the included
cotter pin through the clevis pin. Spread
the cotter pin ends to secure the hook. Be
sure to keep the safety latch clean and
lubricated at all times.
Cotter Pin
Winch Hook
Winch Line
Assembly and Installation (Continued)
Learn to Winch Properly
Your winch should add greater utility and
enjoyment to your off-road adventures.
Keep in mind, however, the weight of
your vehicle and the forces required to
move it create certain hazards. Self
recovery that is safe for you, bystanders
and the environment requires product
knowledge, planning and practice.
Be aware there are specic techniques
and hazards associated with recovery
winching. Begin by understanding ALL
Safety Information found in this winch
installation manual and then supplement
your knowledge by studying the
supplied glovebox-sized Q Series Winch
Operator’s Guide Manual and also by
learning from more experienced off-road
enthusiasts. The broad conditions where
winch-based self-recovery are required
are discussed in the supplied glovebox
sized guidebook. Keep the supplied
booklet in the winch installed vehicle
glovebox after winch installation as a
handy reference. Develop and rely on
your own good judgment at all times.
CAREFULLY STUDY WINCH USER GUIDE SUPPLIED WITH YOUR WINCH.

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For Wired Operation:
There is no need to turn on the winch
with the Power Button (the button must
be out for wired operation). Unscrew the
remote plug cap. Plug the 12’ long remote
cord into the handheld remote controller.
Make sure that you align the cord with
the three indexing notches in the remote
handle. Thread the securing collar onto
the remote handle to ensure a proper
connection. Next, loosen the Rubber
Plug Cover on the right hand side of the
winch. Plug the “D” shaped end of the
Remote Cord into the corresponding
receptacle on the right hand side of the
winch. Be sure that the plug is fully
engaged onto the winch as shown.
Your winch will automatically power up
and be fully functional once the controller
is connected to the winch. The amber
LED Winch Drum light will illuminate
along with the blue “wired” indicator
light on the remote. With the winch
in Free Spool, test both the OUT and
IN functions of the winch using the red
rocker switch on the remote with a short
press of the switch. The winch will stay
powered up as long as the remote is
plugged in. The winch will automatically
power down as soon as the cord is
unplugged.
In the event of an emergency, the winch
Power Button can be pressed to stop
winch rotation. It will stay depressed and
the drum light will blink indicating that
the winch is in safe mode and will not
rotate. Press the Power Button again to
restart, wired operations (it will remain
out).
For Wireless Operation:
First, loosen the rubber Power Button
Cover on the left-hand side of the winch
to expose the Power Button. Press
the Power Button and it will begin to
blink. While the Winch Power Button
Remote Controller Setup
Remote
Handle
Plug cap
Securing Collar
Cord
Rubber remote
plug cover
Red
Rocker
Switch
Rubber Power
Button Cover
Winch Power
Button
WIRED
MODE
"D" Shaped
Remote Plug
End
Blue "Wired"
Indicator Light
WIRELESS
MODE

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is blinking, press and hold the silver
Remote Control Power Button. The red
“WIRELESS” light on the remote will
illuminate on the controller, then after a
few seconds it will start to blink. At this
time the remote control is paired and you
can release the Remote Control Power
Button. The red light will remain lit
while it is wirelessly paired to the winch.
If the red light on the controller begins
blinking while operating the winch, the
controller is out of range or it has lost
wireless connection. Move the controller
closer to the winch until the light stops
blinking.
While the winch is in Free Spool, test both
the “OUT” and “IN” functions using the
rocker switch. The winch is now ready
for use.
NOTE: Wireless handheld remote
controller will automatically shut off
after 2 minutes of inactivity and the red
indicator light will no longer be lit. If this
happens, just turn the remote on again.
Also, the winch itself is designed to
automatically stop receiving commands
after 10 minutes of inactivity. The winch
amber drum light will blink continuously
until the winch is turned off. The winch
will not receive commands from the
wireless remote control or the wired
remote control until the power switch on
the winch is turned off and back on.
The Wireless Remote is paired with the
winch every time you use it, so there is no
need to clear a paired remote.
Rocker Switch
Red “Wireless”
Indicator Light
Remote Controller Setup
WIRELESS
MODE
Remote
Control
Power Button
NOTE: The wireless remote will work
within a range of 10 feet from the
winch but may work farther distances
depending on physical obstructions and
other conditions. We do not recommend
using the wireless feature from the cab of
your vehicle. If you choose to winch from
the cab, please use the wired option for
safety and consistency.
THE POWER BUTTON MUST BE OUT FOR WIRED
CONTROL OF THE WINCH.
THE POWER BUTTON MUST BE IN FOR WIRELESS
CONTROL OF THE WINCH.
PRESSING AND RELEASING THE POWER BUTTON
WHILE THE WINCH MOTOR IS ROTATING WILL
IMMEDIATELY STOP ROTATION.

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NOTE: The presence of a battery is NOT
required whenever using a"WIRED”
remote controller. But, a charged battery
is necessary when using a “WIRELESS”
remote controller. If the wireless mode
is not functioning properly, the battery
may need replacement.
Battery Replacement Procedure:
Remove the three (#1 size) Phillips head
screws that attach the winch controller
halves.
Remote Controller Battery Replacement
Carefully remove the old CR123A or
CR123 Lithium battery and replace with
new. Gently align and position the winch
controller halves together and fasten the
three Phillips head screws. Do not over
tighten! Test the winch “OUT” and “IN”
functions on the remote to ensure that
the remote is functioning properly.
Remove 3 Phillips
Head Screws
+ Positive
Battery End
CR123A
Lithium
Battery

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There are two positions of the clutch
handle. The Clutch is either “engaged” or
“free spooling”. Clutch allows operator
to manually engage or disengage the
spooling drum from the gearset using the
clutch lever.
Winch Clutch Operation Details
NEVER ENGAGE OR DISENGAGE CLUTCH IF THE WINCH IS UNDER
LOAD, THE WINCH ROPE IS UNDER TENSION ORTHE SPOOL IS
MOVING IN ANY WAY.
Engaged Free Spool

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NOTE: Our Patent Pending removable
Clutch Handle doubles as a “key”
that can be temporarily removed to
deter winch line theft, vandalism and
pranksters.
Once the Clutch Handle is removed, it
can be stored in the vehicles glove box
or console and used only when winching.
Clutch handle removal is optional.
Rotate Clutch Handle to the “FREE
SPOOL” position to reveal the set screw
that holds the handle in place. Using a
2.5 mm Allen wrench, back out the set
screw until the Clutch Handle lifts off but
do not remove the handle at this time.
Rotate the clutch selector to the
“ENGAGED” position. You may remove
the Clutch Handle now and keep it in
a safe place. We suggest keeping the
Clutch Handle somewhere in the vehicle.
Clutch Handle Removal (Optional)
NOTE: If the handle is not present when
winching is needed, a standard 3/8” drive
socket wrench extension can be used to
rotate the clutch selector mechanism.
DO NOT KEEP THE
CLUTCH HANDLE
ON THE WINCH UNLESS THE SET SCREW IS
FULLY ENGAGED TO SECURE THE HANDLE IN
PLACE.
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Winch Care and Cleaning:
Do not direct very high-pressure water at
your winch. Use low-pressure (normal)
car wash soap and water to clean
your winch. With the remote control
disconnected and the protective boots
covering the remote control socket and
Power Button sockets, wash normally
with your vehicle. During winter exposure
to road salt, wash the winch as soon as
possible to avoid corrosion. Always wash
per the recommendations above.
Winch Care and Maintenance:
Battery Requirements:
Our powerful series wound motors
and class-leading low gear ratios
give fast line speeds with a “Battery
Friendly” low current draw that will
get the most winching time from your
battery's available charge state. A fully
charged battery and good connections
are essential to the proper operation of
your winch. The minimum requirement
for a 12 volt automotive DC battery
is 650 Cold Cranking Amps. Ask your
Quadratec sales representative for details
about heavy-duty batteries and terminals
for your vehicle.
General Maintenance:
All moving parts within the winch have
been lubricated at the factory using high
temperature lithium
grease. No internal
lubrication is required. Check battery
cables and electrical connections at
regular 3 month intervals to be certain
they are clean and tight at all connection
points.Inspect winch line before & after
each winching operation.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Line Pull (Single Line)
Gear Reduction Ratio
Motor (Series Wound)
Drum Size
Steel Winch Cable
Overall Dimension
Net Weight
Mounting Bolt Pattern
Q10 Performance Stealth Winch with Steel Winch Cable
10,000 lbs (4536 kgs)
210:1
12 Volt / 4.9 hp (3.65 kW)
2.64” x 8.35” (67mm x 212mm)
3/8” x 82’
21” x 6.375” x 10” (533.4 mm x 162 mm x 254 mm)
85.0 lbs (38.55 kgs)
10” x 4.5” (254mm x 114.3mm)
Rated Line Pull (Single Line)
Gear Reduction Ratio
Motor (Series Wound)
Drum Size
Steel Winch Cable
Overall Dimension
Net Weight
Mounting Bolt Pattern
Q12 Performance Stealth Winch with Steel Winch Cable
12,000 lbs (5443 kgs)
294:1
12 Volt / 4.9 hp (3.65 kW)
2.64” x 8.35” (67mm x 212mm)
3/8” x 82’
21” x 6.375” x 10” (533.4 mm x 162 mm x 254 mm)
85.0 lbs (38.55 kgs)
10” x 4.5” (254mm x 114.3mm)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
When remote
control switch
is activated, a
clicking sound
occurs and
winch does
not operate in
either the power
in or power
out mode.
Battery is inadequate
or defective.
Replace battery with 650 cold cranking amp
rating or greater.
Battery is not fully
charged.
Charge the battery.
Faulty battery cable
or connections.
Clean and tighten all battery connections.
Poor electrical
grounding of thermo
relay wire.
Be sure connections are clean and tight.
Worn or damaged
motor brushes.
Replace winch motor.
Vehicle not running. Start vehicle & keep running during winching.
Winch Lacks
Power, pulls
slower than
normal, stalls
or does not run
at all.
Ground and power
cables are loosely
connected to battery
or winch terminals.
Be sure connections are clean and tight.
Battery is not fully
charged.
Charge the battery.
Battery is inadequate
or defective.
Replace battery with 650 cold cranking amp
rating or greater.
Battery terminals are
corroded.
Clean battery terminals.
Vehicle not running. Start vehicle & keep running during winching.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
When winch
control is
activated, the
winch operates
only in one
direction.
Remote control is
damaged.
Check remote control and its cable. Check all
connections and replace if necessary.
Ground and power
cables are loosely
connected to battery
or winch terminals.
Be sure connections are clean and tight.
Battery is not fully
charged.
Charge the battery.
Battery is inadequate
or defective.
Replace battery with 650 cold cranking amp
rating or greater.
Battery terminals are
corroded.
Clean battery terminals.
Solenoids inside the
control pack is stuck
or damaged.
Replace Solenoid Module.
Vehicle not running. Start vehicle & keep running during winching.
Winch does
not hold
a load.
Winch line is spooled
onto winch drum in
the wrong direction.
Winch line must exit from the bottom of the
drum. Re-Spool in the proper direction.
Load exceeds winch
rating.
Do Not exceed the line pull rating shown in the
ID label on the winch motor. Refer to the winch
operators manual for correct rating.
Brake inside the
winch drum is badly
worn or broken.
Replace entire drum and brake assembly.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
Winch Line
has difculty
spooling off the
winch drum by
hand.
Bent drum side
ange.
Replace Drum.
Worn drum bearing
surfaces.
Replace motor sub-assembly and/or
clutch sub-assembly.
Free spool clutch is
damaged.
Remove and inspect gear carrier
assembly. Inspect output gear,
intermediate gear, input gear, sun gear
ring and gear ring output. Remove
burns with le.
Winch is not
mounted correctly or
square on the winch
plate.
Check mounting hole measurements for
consistency and squareness. Be sure
that mounting surface is at and
mounting bolts are tight.
Internal damage
to ring gear.
Disassemble gear assembly, inspect for
damage, clean and grease or replace
worn or damaged parts.

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Your Q-Performance Series self-recovery winch is
covered by the following Limited Warranty
provided exclusively by Quadratec, Inc.,1028
Saunders Lane West Chester PA 19380.
This Limited Warranty is the only warranty made
in connection with purchase. Quadratec® neither
assumes nor authorizes any vendor, retailer or
other person or entity to assume for it any other
obligation or liability in connection with
thisproduct or Limited Warranty.
What is Covered:
LIFETIME MECHANICAL & 1 Year Electrical
Subject to the terms, exclusions and limitations
herein and with respect only to winches rst
sold in the United States, Quadratec® warrants
to the initial retail purchaser only that your
winch shall be free of defects in material and
workmanship: (a.) for so long as your winch
is owned by the initial retail purchaser with
respect to mechanical and other non-electrical
components and (b.) for a period of 1 year from
date of purchase with respect to all electrical
components (ex: motor, solenoid & control). All
other warranties are hereby disclaimed, except to
the extent prohibited by applicable law in which
case any implied warranty of merchantability or
tness for a particular purpose on this product
is limited to 1 year from date of initial retail sale.
Quadratec® reserves the rights to: (a.) require
invoice or other proof your winch is within the
terms of this Limited Warranty as a condition of
warranty service and, (b.) make future revisions to
this product and Limited Warranty without prior
notice or obligation to upgrade your winch.
What is Not Covered:
Your Quadratec® Limited Warranty does not
cover products or parts Quadratec® determines
to have been damaged by or subjected to: (a.)
installation damage, alteration, modification,
failure tomaintain or attempted repair or service
by anyone not authorized by Quadratec®, (b.)
normal wear & tear, cosmetic damage or damage
from moisture or water immersion, (c.) Acts of God,
accidents,misuse (including overload & continuous
pulls),negligence, inadequate mounting or impact
with vehicle(s), obstacles or other aspects of the
environment, (d.) theft, vandalism or
otherintentional damage.
Remedy Limited to Repair/Replacement:
The exclusive remedy provided hereunder
shall, upon Quadratec® inspection and
at Quadratec’s option, be either repair or
replacement of product or parts (new or
refurbished) covered under this Limited
Warranty. Customers requesting warranty
consideration on Q-Performance Series winches
should rst contact Quadratec® to obtain a RGA
number (610-701-3336). All labor, removal, shipping
and installation costs are customer’s responsibility.
Other Limitations - Exclusion of
Damages- Your Rights Under State Law:
In consideration of the purchase price paid, neither
Quadratec® nor any independent Quadratec®
distributor/licensee are responsiblefor any time
loss, rental costs, or for any incidental,
consequential, punitive or other damages you
may have or incur in connection with any part
or product purchased. Your exclusive remedy
hereunder for covered parts is repair/replacement
as described above.
This Limited Warranty gives you specic rights.
You may also have other rights that vary from state
to state. For example, some states do not allow
limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts
and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the
limitations and exclusions herein may not apply to
you.
Instructions Part# 12999.1053 A4
©Quadratec, Inc. 2021. All Rights Reserved.
Version 12.30.20
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Quadratec®Limited Warranty
for Q-Performance Series Self-Recovery Winches