RIDGE RYDER 341685 User manual

280 x 215mm

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APPLICATION INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
This winch is designed to move a load at ground level or up an incline. It is
neither designed nor intended for hoisting.
This winch is not to be used to lift or move people.
This winch is for intermittent use due to heat build up
characteristics of various components. If the end of the motor
becomes uncomfortably hot to touch,
stop winching
and allow the motor to cool down.
Working Load: 3000 lb (1360 kg)
Motor: 12V DC 1.22hp (0.92 kw)
Gear Ratio: 153:1
Dyneema Rope: 4.8mmx12m
Dimensions: 295x105x105mm
Drum Diameter: 30mm
Drum Length: 72mm
Weight: 7.38kgs
Switching Method: Handlebar Mounted Toggle
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Throughout this manual, you will nd notations with the following
headings:
The following symbols on the product and in the Owner's Manual are used:
Note:
Indicates additional information in the installation and operation
procedures of your winch.
Please Note: Winch is designed primarily for intermittent applications. This
winch is not designed to be used in industrial or hoisting applications.
Your winch is a very powerful machine. If used unsafely or improperly, there
is a possibility that property damage or personal injury could result.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. This notation
is also used to alert against unsafe practices.
Danger
Warning
!
!
Caution
!
Read Owner's
Manual
Always Use
Handsaver
Keep clear of winch,
wire rope and hook
while operating
Never use winch
to lift or move
people
Never use
winch to hold
loads in place
Amps
lb kg ft/min m/min
0 0 10.5 3.2 12
500 227 9.2 2.8 25
1000 454 6.6 2.0 40
2000 907 4.29 1.3 68
3000 1360 2.3 0.7 120
Line Pull and Cable Capacity
Rated Line Pull Per Layer Cable Capacity Per Layer
lbs kgs ft m
Layer of Cable
Load Speed Motor Current
Line Speed and Motor Current (First layer)
1 3000 1360 4.95 1.5
2 2250 1020 11.2 3.4
3 1800 816 18.8 5.7
4 1440 653 28 8.5
5 1150 521 38 11.5
6 950 430 44.5 13.5
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
This winch is designed to move a load at ground level or up an incline. It is
neither designed nor intended for hoisting.
This winch is not to be used to lift or move people.
This winch is for intermittent use due to heat build up
characteristics of various components. If the end of the motor
becomes uncomfortably hot to touch,
stop winching
and allow the motor to cool down.
Working Load: 3000 lb (1360 kg)
Motor: 12V DC 1.22hp (0.92 kw)
Gear Ratio: 153:1
Dyneema Rope: 4.8mmx12m
Dimensions: 295x105x105mm
Drum Diameter: 30mm
Drum Length: 72mm
Weight: 7.38kgs
Switching Method: Handlebar Mounted Toggle
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Throughout this manual, you will nd notations with the following
headings:
The following symbols on the product and in the Owner's Manual are used:
Note:
Indicates additional information in the installation and operation
procedures of your winch.
Please Note: Winch is designed primarily for intermittent applications. This
winch is not designed to be used in industrial or hoisting applications.
Your winch is a very powerful machine. If used unsafely or improperly, there
is a possibility that property damage or personal injury could result.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. This notation
is also used to alert against unsafe practices.
Danger
Warning
!
!
Caution
!
Read Owner's
Manual
Always Use
Handsaver
Keep clear of winch,
wire rope and hook
while operating
Never use winch
to lift or move
people
Never use
winch to hold
loads in place
Amps
lb kg ft/min m/min
0 0 10.5 3.2 12
500 227 9.2 2.8 25
1000 454 6.6 2.0 40
2000 907 4.29 1.3 68
3000 1360 2.3 0.7 120
Line Pull and Cable Capacity
Rated Line Pull Per Layer Cable Capacity Per Layer
lbs kgs ft m
Layer of Cable
Load Speed Motor Current
Line Speed and Motor Current (First layer)
1 3000 1360 4.95 1.5
2 2250 1020 11.2 3.4
3 1800 816 18.8 5.7
4 1440 653 28 8.5
5 1150 521 38 11.5
6 950 430 44.5 13.5
280 x 215mm

Figure 3
1. Maximum working load capacity is on the winch rope layer closest to the
drum. DO NOT OVERLOAD. DO NOT ATTEMPT PROLONGED PULLS AT
HEAVY LOADS. Overloads can damage the winch and/or the winch rope and
create unsafe operating conditions. FOR LOADS OVER 1/2 RATED
CAPACITY, WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF THE OPTIONAL PULLEY BLOCK
TO DOUBLE LINE THE WINCH ROPE (Figure 2). This reduces the load on the
winch and the strain on the winch rope by approximately 50%. Attach hook
to load bearing part. The vehicle engine should be running during
winch operation. If considerable winching is performed with the engine
o, the battery may be too weak to restart the engine.
2. AFTER READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL, LEARN
TO USE YOUR WINCH. After installing the winch, practice using it
so you will be familiar with it when the need arises.
3. DO NOT "move" your vehicle to assist the winch in pulling the load. The
combination of the winch and vehicle pulling together could overload the
winch rope and the winch.
4. ALWAYS STAND CLEAR OF WINCH ROPE, HOOK AND WINCH. IN THE
UNLIKELY EVENT OF ANY COMPONENT FAILURE IT'S BEST TO BE OUT OF
HARM'S WAY.
5. Inspect winch rope and equipment frequently. A Frayed winch rope with
broken strands should be replaced immediately.
Periodically check the winch installation to ensure that all bolts are tight.
6. Use heavy leather gloves when handling winch rope. Do not let winch rope
slide through your hands.
7. Never winch with less than 5 turns of winch rope around the winch drum
since the winch rope end fastener may NOT withstand full load.
(3)
The responsibility for safe installation and operation of
the winch and prevention of the winch and prevention of
personal injury and property damage ultimately rests
with you, the operator. There is no subsitute for the use of
good judgement and caution in operating a winch.
Warning
!
The winch rope may break before the winch stalls. For
heavy loads, use a pulley block to reduce the load on the
winch rope.
Warning
!
Single Line Double Line
8. Never put your nger through the hook. If your
nger should become trapped in the hook, you
could lose your nger. ALWAYS USE THE
HANDSAVER when guiding the winch rope in or out
(See Figure 3).
12.
NEVER OBSCURE THE WARNING INSTRUCTION LABELS.
13. Always operate winch with an unobstructed view of the winching
operation.
14. Equipment such as tackle, hooks, snatch blocks, straps, etc. should be
sized to the winching task and should be periodically inspected for damage
(4)
Figure 5
Right W rong
Figure 6
Figure 4
W rong Right
9. NEVER HOOK THE WINCH ROPE BACK ONTO ITSELF because you could
damage the winch rope. Use a nylon sling (Figure 4).
10. It is a good idea to lay a heavy blanket or damper over the winch rope
near the hook end when pulling heavy loads (Figure 5). If a winch rope
failure should occur, the damper will help prevent the rope from whipping.
11. AVOID CONTINUOUS PULLS FROM EXTREME ANGLES as this will cause
the winch rope to pile up on one end of the drum (Figure 6). This can jam
the winch rope in the winch, causing damage to the rope or the winch.
Figure 3
1. Maximum working load capacity is on the winch rope layer closest to the
drum. DO NOT OVERLOAD. DO NOT ATTEMPT PROLONGED PULLS AT
HEAVY LOADS. Overloads can damage the winch and/or the winch rope and
create unsafe operating conditions. FOR LOADS OVER 1/2 RATED
CAPACITY, WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF THE OPTIONAL PULLEY BLOCK
TO DOUBLE LINE THE WINCH ROPE (Figure 2). This reduces the load on the
winch and the strain on the winch rope by approximately 50%. Attach hook
to load bearing part. The vehicle engine should be running during
winch operation. If considerable winching is performed with the engine
o, the battery may be too weak to restart the engine.
2. AFTER READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL, LEARN
TO USE YOUR WINCH. After installing the winch, practice using it
so you will be familiar with it when the need arises.
3. DO NOT "move" your vehicle to assist the winch in pulling the load. The
combination of the winch and vehicle pulling together could overload the
winch rope and the winch.
4. ALWAYS STAND CLEAR OF WINCH ROPE, HOOK AND WINCH. IN THE
UNLIKELY EVENT OF ANY COMPONENT FAILURE IT'S BEST TO BE OUT OF
HARM'S WAY.
5. Inspect winch rope and equipment frequently. A Frayed winch rope with
broken strands should be replaced immediately.
Periodically check the winch installation to ensure that all bolts are tight.
6. Use heavy leather gloves when handling winch rope. Do not let winch rope
slide through your hands.
7. Never winch with less than 5 turns of winch rope around the winch drum
since the winch rope end fastener may NOT withstand full load.
(3)
The responsibility for safe installation and operation of
the winch and prevention of the winch and prevention of
personal injury and property damage ultimately rests
with you, the operator. There is no subsitute for the use of
good judgement and caution in operating a winch.
Warning
!
The winch rope may break before the winch stalls. For
heavy loads, use a pulley block to reduce the load on the
winch rope.
Warning
!
Single Line Double Line
8. Never put your nger through the hook. If your
nger should become trapped in the hook, you
could lose your nger. ALWAYS USE THE
HANDSAVER when guiding the winch rope in or out
(See Figure 3).
12.
NEVER OBSCURE THE WARNING INSTRUCTION LABELS.
13. Always operate winch with an unobstructed view of the winching
operation.
14. Equipment such as tackle, hooks, snatch blocks, straps, etc. should be
sized to the winching task and should be periodically inspected for damage
(4)
Figure 5
Right W rong
Figure 6
Figure 4
W rong Right
9. NEVER HOOK THE WINCH ROPE BACK ONTO ITSELF because you could
damage the winch rope. Use a nylon sling (Figure 4).
10. It is a good idea to lay a heavy blanket or damper over the winch rope
near the hook end when pulling heavy loads (Figure 5). If a winch rope
failure should occur, the damper will help prevent the rope from whipping.
11. AVOID CONTINUOUS PULLS FROM EXTREME ANGLES as this will cause
the winch rope to pile up on one end of the drum (Figure 6). This can jam
the winch rope in the winch, causing damage to the rope or the winch.
280 x 215mm

Figure 7
(6)
Underwind Overwind
Step (1)
Mount the winch to a rm base. Be sure that your structural support is
strong enough to support the rated pulling forces of the winch.
Step (2)
While mounting is at your discretion,always remember that your
winch is to be operated with the winch rope in an underwound orientation
on the winch rope drum. Your winch is designed to ROPE IN and ROPE OUT in
one direction. DO NOT attempt to reverse the operation of winch.
that could reduce their strength.
15. NEVER RELEASE FREESPOOL CLUTCH WHEN THERE IS A LOAD ON THE
WINCH.
16. NEVER WORK ON OR AROUND THE WINCH DRUM WHEN WINCH IS
UNDER LOAD.
17. DO NOT OPERATE WINCH WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS,
ALCOHOL OR MEDICATION.
18. ALWAYS DISCONNECT WINCH POWER LEADS TO BATTERY BEFORE
WORKING IN OR AROUND THE WINCH DRUM so that the winch cannot be
turned on accidentally.
19. When moving a load, slowly take up the winch rope slack until it
becomes taut. Stop, recheck all winching connections. Be sure the hook is
properly seated. If a nylon sling is used, check the attachment to the load.
20. When using your winch to move a load, place the vehicle transmission
in neutral, set vehicle brake, and chock all wheels.
21. DO NOT USE THE WINCH TO HOLD LOADS IN PLACE. Use
other means of securing loads such as tie down straps.
22. USE ONLY FACTORY APPROVED SWITCHES, REMOTE CONTROLS AND
ACCESSORIES. Use of nonfactory approved components may cause injury
or property damage.
23. DO NOT MACHINE OR WELD ANY PART OF THE WINCH. Such alterations
may weaken the structural integrity of the winch.
24. DO NOT CONNECT WINCH TO EITHER 110V AC HOUSE CURRENT OR
240V MAINS AS WINCH BURNOUT OR FATAL SHOCK MAY OCCUR.
25. Never allow shock loads to be applied to winch or winch rope.
26. Use caution when pulling or lowering a load up and down a ramp or
incline. Keep people, pets and property clear of the path of the load.
27. The switch assembly must be kept free of dirt and moisture to ensure
safe operation.
28. To prevent unauthorised use of the winch, remove pendant control
and store in a clean dry area such as the glove box.
(5)
No part of the vehicle (skidplates, wiring, auxiliary lights,
tyres, etc.) should impede the operation of your winch.
When mounting, check all vehicle and winch parts for free
operation. Be sure that the winch mounting location
does not signicantly reduce ground clearance.
Caution
!
INSTALLATION
Figure 7
(6)
Underwind Overwind
Step (1)
Mount the winch to a rm base. Be sure that your structural support is
strong enough to support the rated pulling forces of the winch.
Step (2)
While mounting is at your discretion,always remember that your
winch is to be operated with the winch rope in an underwound orientation
on the winch rope drum. Your winch is designed to ROPE IN and ROPE OUT in
one direction. DO NOT attempt to reverse the operation of winch.
that could reduce their strength.
15. NEVER RELEASE FREESPOOL CLUTCH WHEN THERE IS A LOAD ON THE
WINCH.
16. NEVER WORK ON OR AROUND THE WINCH DRUM WHEN WINCH IS
UNDER LOAD.
17. DO NOT OPERATE WINCH WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS,
ALCOHOL OR MEDICATION.
18. ALWAYS DISCONNECT WINCH POWER LEADS TO BATTERY BEFORE
WORKING IN OR AROUND THE WINCH DRUM so that the winch cannot be
turned on accidentally.
19. When moving a load, slowly take up the winch rope slack until it
becomes taut. Stop, recheck all winching connections. Be sure the hook is
properly seated. If a nylon sling is used, check the attachment to the load.
20. When using your winch to move a load, place the vehicle transmission
in neutral, set vehicle brake, and chock all wheels.
21. DO NOT USE THE WINCH TO HOLD LOADS IN PLACE. Use
other means of securing loads such as tie down straps.
22. USE ONLY FACTORY APPROVED SWITCHES, REMOTE CONTROLS AND
ACCESSORIES. Use of nonfactory approved components may cause injury
or property damage.
23. DO NOT MACHINE OR WELD ANY PART OF THE WINCH. Such alterations
may weaken the structural integrity of the winch.
24. DO NOT CONNECT WINCH TO EITHER 110V AC HOUSE CURRENT OR
240V MAINS AS WINCH BURNOUT OR FATAL SHOCK MAY OCCUR.
25. Never allow shock loads to be applied to winch or winch rope.
26. Use caution when pulling or lowering a load up and down a ramp or
incline. Keep people, pets and property clear of the path of the load.
27. The switch assembly must be kept free of dirt and moisture to ensure
safe operation.
28. To prevent unauthorised use of the winch, remove pendant control
and store in a clean dry area such as the glove box.
(5)
No part of the vehicle (skidplates, wiring, auxiliary lights,
tyres, etc.) should impede the operation of your winch.
When mounting, check all vehicle and winch parts for free
operation. Be sure that the winch mounting location
does not signicantly reduce ground clearance.
Caution
!
INSTALLATION
280 x 215mm

Step (3)
Refer to Figure 8 for wiring diagram.
Route the short red and black colour coded wires from the control box to the
motor. Route the long red and black colour coded wires from the control box
to the battery. Attach the circuit breaker to battery end of the red wire. Wrap
the circuit breaker with electrical tape to prevent accidental short circuits.
Apply several layers of electrical tape where wiring may come into contact
with sharp metal parts of the vehicle to prevent insulation abrasion or
cutting.
Attach the circuit breaker to the battery positive terminal. Connect the
remaining black control box wire to the battery negative terminal. Open the
cover on the control box, attach the remote control to the control box.
Step (4)
FREESPOOL OPERATION
Pull and turn the clutch knob to the “Free ” position as shown in Figure 9.
If there is a load on the winch rope, the clutch knob may not pull out easily.
DO NOT FORCE THE CLUTCH KNOB. Release tension on the clutch by jogging
out some of the winch rope. Release the clutch and pull out the winch rope and
Batteries contain gasses which are ammable and
explosive. Wear eye protection during installation and
remove all metal jewellery. Do not lean over battery
while making connections.
Warning
!
(7) (8)
Clutch must be fully engaged before winching. Never
engage clutch knob while drum is turning.
Caution
!
secure to anchor or load. Check that there are at least ve (5) turns of winch
rope left on the drum. Re-engage the drum by returning the clutch
knob to the “Engaged” position. (See Figure 9). Activate the winch in Cable
Out momentarily to check drum rotation direction. If the drum rotates in the
wrong direction, recheck your wiring.
DYNEEMA ROPE
1. The life of the dyneema winch rope is directly related to the care it receives.
The winch rope on a new winch, and any replacement ropes, should be
respooled under a minimum of 100 lb load before using the winch. Failure to do
this will result in winch rope damage. Inspect winch rope before use. Mashed,
pinched, frayed or kinked areas severely reduce the load-carrying capacity.
Replace damaged winch rope.
2. Prevent kinks before they occur.
(a) This is the start of a kink. At this time, the winch rope should be
straightened.
(b) The winch rope was pulled and the loop has tightened to a kink. The winch
rope is now permanently damaged and should not be used .
(c) The result of kinking is that each strand pulls a dierent amount causing
the strands under greatest tension to break and reduce load capacity of the
winch rope.
Black(-)
Black
Red(+)
Red
Battery

ToBattery
Washer
Washer
Figure 8
to remote control
Engaged
Free
Figure 9
CAUTION
!
If the winch motor
stalls, do not continue
to apply power.
1
2
Step (3)
Refer to Figure 8 for wiring diagram.
Route the short red and black colour coded wires from the control box to the
motor. Route the long red and black colour coded wires from the control box
to the battery. Attach the circuit breaker to battery end of the red wire. Wrap
the circuit breaker with electrical tape to prevent accidental short circuits.
Apply several layers of electrical tape where wiring may come into contact
with sharp metal parts of the vehicle to prevent insulation abrasion or
cutting.
Attach the circuit breaker to the battery positive terminal. Connect the
remaining black control box wire to the battery negative terminal. Open the
cover on the control box, attach the remote control to the control box.
Step (4)
FREESPOOL OPERATION
Pull and turn the clutch knob to the “Free ” position as shown in Figure 9.
If there is a load on the winch rope, the clutch knob may not pull out easily.
DO NOT FORCE THE CLUTCH KNOB. Release tension on the clutch by jogging
out some of the winch rope. Release the clutch and pull out the winch rope and
Batteries contain gasses which are ammable and
explosive. Wear eye protection during installation and
remove all metal jewellery. Do not lean over battery
while making connections.
Warning
!
(7) (8)
Clutch must be fully engaged before winching. Never
engage clutch knob while drum is turning.
Caution
!
secure to anchor or load. Check that there are at least ve (5) turns of winch
rope left on the drum. Re-engage the drum by returning the clutch
knob to the “Engaged” position. (See Figure 9). Activate the winch in Cable
Out momentarily to check drum rotation direction. If the drum rotates in the
wrong direction, recheck your wiring.
DYNEEMA ROPE
1. The life of the dyneema winch rope is directly related to the care it receives.
The winch rope on a new winch, and any replacement ropes, should be
respooled under a minimum of 100 lb load before using the winch. Failure to do
this will result in winch rope damage. Inspect winch rope before use. Mashed,
pinched, frayed or kinked areas severely reduce the load-carrying capacity.
Replace damaged winch rope.
2. Prevent kinks before they occur.
(a) This is the start of a kink. At this time, the winch rope should be
straightened.
(b) The winch rope was pulled and the loop has tightened to a kink. The winch
rope is now permanently damaged and should not be used .
(c) The result of kinking is that each strand pulls a dierent amount causing
the strands under greatest tension to break and reduce load capacity of the
winch rope.
Black(-)
Black
Red(+)
Red
Battery

ToBattery
Washer
Washer
Figure 8
to remote control
Engaged
Free
Figure 9
CAUTION
!
If the winch motor
stalls, do not continue
to apply power.
1
2
280 x 215mm

PREPARING THE WINCH
Wear heavy leather gloves when handling dyneema winch
rope. When handling the hook,
always use handsaver (see Fig.10).
Never put your ngers into the hook.
Placing nger(s) in hook could result
in injury.
Danger
!
(10)
Figure 10
1. When anchoring the pulling vehicle, set the parking brake
and block or chock the wheels. Keep the vehicle's foot brake
depressed and place automatic and manual transmissions in
neutral.
Inspect switch and wiring for cracks, pinched spots, frayed
wire, or loose connections. A damaged, shorted lead could
cause the winch to run as soon as it is plugged in.
Warning
!
WRONG
REPLACING THE DYNEEMA ROPE
1. If the winch rope has become worn or is beginning to show signs of strands
breaking it must be replaced before being used again. To do this, remove
the defective rope by free spooling. Remove the bolt on the drum and
release the rope.
2. Insert the end of the new rope and secure bolt tightly.
3. Engage the clutch and re-spool the new rope on the drum keeping
tension on the rope as it spools. Ensure that the rope is respooling in the
under wind position.
(9)
3. When it is necessary to respool the
winch rope under no load after use, hold
the remote switch lead in one hand and
the winch rope in the other. Start from as
far from the vehicle as the remote switch
will allow, activate the switch, walk in
several feet of rope and release switch.
Repeat the process. Always release the
switch before your hand comes within
four feet from the fairlead (if tted).
4. Be sure the winch rope is distributed
evenly and tightly on the drum. A loosely
wound drum allows the winch rope to
work its way down into the layers of winch
rope on the drum and become wedged.
a
b
c
Only replace the winch rope with the identical
replacement part recommended by the manufacturer.
Warning
!
PREPARING THE WINCH
Wear heavy leather gloves when handling dyneema winch
rope. When handling the hook,
always use handsaver (see Fig.10).
Never put your ngers into the hook.
Placing nger(s) in hook could result
in injury.
Danger
!
(10)
Figure 10
1. When anchoring the pulling vehicle, set the parking brake
and block or chock the wheels. Keep the vehicle's foot brake
depressed and place automatic and manual transmissions in
neutral.
Inspect switch and wiring for cracks, pinched spots, frayed
wire, or loose connections. A damaged, shorted lead could
cause the winch to run as soon as it is plugged in.
Warning
!
WRONG
REPLACING THE DYNEEMA ROPE
1. If the winch rope has become worn or is beginning to show signs of strands
breaking it must be replaced before being used again. To do this, remove
the defective rope by free spooling. Remove the bolt on the drum and
release the rope.
2. Insert the end of the new rope and secure bolt tightly.
3. Engage the clutch and re-spool the new rope on the drum keeping
tension on the rope as it spools. Ensure that the rope is respooling in the
under wind position.
(9)
3. When it is necessary to respool the
winch rope under no load after use, hold
the remote switch lead in one hand and
the winch rope in the other. Start from as
far from the vehicle as the remote switch
will allow, activate the switch, walk in
several feet of rope and release switch.
Repeat the process. Always release the
switch before your hand comes within
four feet from the fairlead (if tted).
4. Be sure the winch rope is distributed
evenly and tightly on the drum. A loosely
wound drum allows the winch rope to
work its way down into the layers of winch
rope on the drum and become wedged.
a
b
c
Only replace the winch rope with the identical
replacement part recommended by the manufacturer.
Warning
!
280 x 215mm

WINCHING
1. Winch with at least ve wraps of winch rope around the winch drum. With
fewer wraps, the winch rope could pull loose from the drum under load.
2. When pulling a load, place a blanket, jacket or damper over the winch rope
near the hook end(see Fig.12). This will slow the snap back of a broken winch
rope and help to prevent serious injury.
3. Double line with a pulley block(see Fig.13) to reduce the load on the winch,
winch rope and battery. Double lining will also reduce winch line speed . Be
sure all equipment used meets the winch's maximum line pull rating. When
double-lining, pulley blocks should be rated to a minimum of two times the
winch's line pull rating.
Never touch the winch rope or hook while they are in
tension or under load. Even at rest, the winch may have
the winch rope in tension. Never guide a winch rope under
tension onto the drum with your hands(see Fig.11).
Note the winch's rated capacity and do not exceed it.
Danger
!
(11)
Figure 12
Figure 11
Warning
!
When the load exceeds the maximum rated pull of the
winch, the external circuit breaker will automatically
shut down the winch. To reset the circuit breaker release
the switch button. Note the winch will not be able to
restart normally until the motor heat built up from the
excess strain cools down.
Warning
!
WINCHING
4. If you install a tow hook for double lining, it should be attached to the
vehicle frame.
5. Pull as straight as possible to reduce the buildup of winch rope on one end
of the drum.
6. The vehicle engine should be running during winch operation. If
considerable winching is performed with the engine o, the battery may be
too weak to restart the engine.
Do not disengage clutch under load, If your winch is
equipped with a freespool clutch, be certain that there
is no tension on the winch rope when you disengage the
clutch. Before winching a load , be sure the clutch is fully
engaged.
Danger
!
Never rely on the winch to hold a load in place . None of
our winches are designed for load-holding applications
and may unwind or fail due to shock loading as the load is
being transported. The load should be secured by other
means, and the winch hook detached from the load.
Danger
!
Use a pulley block to avoid winching at sharp angles.
Uneven layering will cause serious damage to the winch
and winch rope. It can be corrected by securing load,
spooling out the winch rope and repositioning it to the
opposite end of the drum.
Caution
!
Use the winch to move the load. Do not attempt to assist
the winch by moving the vehicle. The combination of the
winch and vehicle pulling could overload the winch rope
and the load could break the winch .
Warning
!
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Figure 13
WINCHING
1. Winch with at least ve wraps of winch rope around the winch drum. With
fewer wraps, the winch rope could pull loose from the drum under load.
2. When pulling a load, place a blanket, jacket or damper over the winch rope
near the hook end(see Fig.12). This will slow the snap back of a broken winch
rope and help to prevent serious injury.
3. Double line with a pulley block(see Fig.13) to reduce the load on the winch,
winch rope and battery. Double lining will also reduce winch line speed . Be
sure all equipment used meets the winch's maximum line pull rating. When
double-lining, pulley blocks should be rated to a minimum of two times the
winch's line pull rating.
Never touch the winch rope or hook while they are in
tension or under load. Even at rest, the winch may have
the winch rope in tension. Never guide a winch rope under
tension onto the drum with your hands(see Fig.11).
Note the winch's rated capacity and do not exceed it.
Danger
!
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Figure 12
Figure 11
Warning
!
When the load exceeds the maximum rated pull of the
winch, the external circuit breaker will automatically
shut down the winch. To reset the circuit breaker release
the switch button. Note the winch will not be able to
restart normally until the motor heat built up from the
excess strain cools down.
Warning
!
WINCHING
4. If you install a tow hook for double lining, it should be attached to the
vehicle frame.
5. Pull as straight as possible to reduce the buildup of winch rope on one end
of the drum.
6. The vehicle engine should be running during winch operation. If
considerable winching is performed with the engine o, the battery may be
too weak to restart the engine.
Do not disengage clutch under load, If your winch is
equipped with a freespool clutch, be certain that there
is no tension on the winch rope when you disengage the
clutch. Before winching a load , be sure the clutch is fully
engaged.
Danger
!
Never rely on the winch to hold a load in place . None of
our winches are designed for load-holding applications
and may unwind or fail due to shock loading as the load is
being transported. The load should be secured by other
means, and the winch hook detached from the load.
Danger
!
Use a pulley block to avoid winching at sharp angles.
Uneven layering will cause serious damage to the winch
and winch rope. It can be corrected by securing load,
spooling out the winch rope and repositioning it to the
opposite end of the drum.
Caution
!
Use the winch to move the load. Do not attempt to assist
the winch by moving the vehicle. The combination of the
winch and vehicle pulling could overload the winch rope
and the load could break the winch .
Warning
!
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Figure 13
280 x 215mm

RIGGING
1. Never handle the winch rope or rigging while anyone else is at the control
switch.
2. Run the winch intermittently to take up winch rope slack. When using a
pulley block, be sure the winch rope is running properly in all pulleys before
applying a load.
Take your time when rigging and include a reasonable
factor for safety. Improper rigging can result in damage
to vehicle and equipment. It can also cause injury.
Warning
!
Always operate winch with an unobstructed view of the
winching operation. Never obscure warning and
instruction labels.
Warning
!
Do not re-engage clutch while winch is running.
Warning
!
Always use the handsaver(see Fig. 15). Do
not hold the hook with your hand . This is
important not only when reeling winch rope in but also when
removing winch rope from the winch under power.
Warning
!
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Figure 14
Figure 15
Use a nylon sling when attaching the winch rope to an
anchor point. Do not attach the hook back on to the winch
rope. Doing so can cause the winch rope to break.
Caution
!
RIGGING
3. Figure 16 illustrate the most commonly used rigging. A tree trunk protector
is used to protect the tree when it is used as an anchor, and the winch rope is
attached to use the tree trunk protector. The use of a chain or wire rope is not
recommended due to the damage it could cause to the tree.
4. Figure 11 illustrate a method of rigging used to obtain a mechanical
advantage . The use of a pulley block will almost double pulling line capacity.
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Figure 16
Figure 17
Anchor Point
Tree Trunk Protector
Tree Trunk Protector
SNATCH BLOCK
RIGGING
1. Never handle the winch rope or rigging while anyone else is at the control
switch.
2. Run the winch intermittently to take up winch rope slack. When using a
pulley block, be sure the winch rope is running properly in all pulleys before
applying a load.
Take your time when rigging and include a reasonable
factor for safety. Improper rigging can result in damage
to vehicle and equipment. It can also cause injury.
Warning
!
Always operate winch with an unobstructed view of the
winching operation. Never obscure warning and
instruction labels.
Warning
!
Do not re-engage clutch while winch is running.
Warning
!
Always use the handsaver(see Fig. 15). Do
not hold the hook with your hand . This is
important not only when reeling winch rope in but also when
removing winch rope from the winch under power.
Warning
!
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Figure 14
Figure 15
Use a nylon sling when attaching the winch rope to an
anchor point. Do not attach the hook back on to the winch
rope. Doing so can cause the winch rope to break.
Caution
!
RIGGING
3. Figure 16 illustrate the most commonly used rigging. A tree trunk protector
is used to protect the tree when it is used as an anchor, and the winch rope is
attached to use the tree trunk protector. The use of a chain or wire rope is not
recommended due to the damage it could cause to the tree.
4. Figure 11 illustrate a method of rigging used to obtain a mechanical
advantage . The use of a pulley block will almost double pulling line capacity.
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Figure 16
Figure 17
Anchor Point
Tree Trunk Protector
Tree Trunk Protector
SNATCH BLOCK
280 x 215mm

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MAINTAINNENCE
TROUBLE SHOOTING
1. Periodically check the tightness of mounting bolts and electrical
connections. Remove all dirt or corrosion and always keep clean.
2. Do not attempt to disassemble the gear box. Repairs should be done by
the manufacturer or an authorized repair center.
3. The gear box has been lubricated using a high temperature lithium grease
and is sealed at the factory. No internal lubrication is required.
RIGGING
5. Figure 18 illustrate the use of a pulley block to change the direction of the
pull. Mechanical advantage can be obtained by attaching a pulley block to
the nylon sling with a shackle and running the winch rope to the anchor point.
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Figure 18
Equipment such as tackle, hooks, snatch blocks, straps, etc.
should be properly sized and rated and should be
inspected periodically for damage that could reduce their
strength.
Caution
!
Symptoms
Motor runs extremely hot
Motor runs, but with
insucient power or line
speed
Motor runs but drum
doesn't turn
Winch coasts
Motor operates but stops 1. Allow to cool
1. Excessive load
1. Excessive load/overload
1. Reduce load or double line
Winch runs backwards
1. Clutch not engaged
1. Motor wires reversed
2. Switch wires reversed
3. Battery switch installed
incorrectly
1. Recheck wiring
2. Recheck wiring
3. Check battery
connections
1. Engage clutch
Possible Causes Corrective Action
Motor will not operate or
only in one direction
1. Switch inoperative
2. Broken wires or bad
connection
3. Damaged motor
1. Long period of operation
2. failed or removed
overload
3. Damaged motor
1. Weak battery
2. Wire from battery to
winch is too long
3. Poor battery connection
4. Poor ground
5. Damaged motor
1. Replace switch
2. Check for poor
connections
3. Replace or repair motor
1. Allow to cool
2. Replace or repair
overload
3. Replace or repair motor
1. Recharge or replace battery
and check charging system
2. Keep winch within distance
allowed by lead wires
3. Check battery terminals for
corrosion and clean as
required
4. Check and clean
connections
5. Replace or repair motor
SNATCH BLOCK
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MAINTAINNENCE
TROUBLE SHOOTING
1. Periodically check the tightness of mounting bolts and electrical
connections. Remove all dirt or corrosion and always keep clean.
2. Do not attempt to disassemble the gear box. Repairs should be done by
the manufacturer or an authorized repair center.
3. The gear box has been lubricated using a high temperature lithium grease
and is sealed at the factory. No internal lubrication is required.
RIGGING
5. Figure 18 illustrate the use of a pulley block to change the direction of the
pull. Mechanical advantage can be obtained by attaching a pulley block to
the nylon sling with a shackle and running the winch rope to the anchor point.
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Figure 18
Equipment such as tackle, hooks, snatch blocks, straps, etc.
should be properly sized and rated and should be
inspected periodically for damage that could reduce their
strength.
Caution
!
Symptoms
Motor runs extremely hot
Motor runs, but with
insucient power or line
speed
Motor runs but drum
doesn't turn
Winch coasts
Motor operates but stops 1. Allow to cool
1. Excessive load
1. Excessive load/overload
1. Reduce load or double line
Winch runs backwards
1. Clutch not engaged
1. Motor wires reversed
2. Switch wires reversed
3. Battery switch installed
incorrectly
1. Recheck wiring
2. Recheck wiring
3. Check battery
connections
1. Engage clutch
Possible Causes Corrective Action
Motor will not operate or
only in one direction
1. Switch inoperative
2. Broken wires or bad
connection
3. Damaged motor
1. Long period of operation
2. failed or removed
overload
3. Damaged motor
1. Weak battery
2. Wire from battery to
winch is too long
3. Poor battery connection
4. Poor ground
5. Damaged motor
1. Replace switch
2. Check for poor
connections
3. Replace or repair motor
1. Allow to cool
2. Replace or repair
overload
3. Replace or repair motor
1. Recharge or replace battery
and check charging system
2. Keep winch within distance
allowed by lead wires
3. Check battery terminals for
corrosion and clean as
required
4. Check and clean
connections
5. Replace or repair motor
SNATCH BLOCK
280 x 215mm

ItemNo. Description Qty
1 ClutchKnob 1
2 JunctionPlate 1
3 HexagonNut 2
4 AcornNutM6 2
5 washerM6 2
6 Bushing 1
7 CorrugatedWasherΦ25 1
8 Drum 1
9 Springfortheclutch 1
10 Splinedclutchshaft 1
11 ColumnarPinΦ2.5 1
12 PullRod 1
13 BraceRod 2
14 CrossheadNut(ColorZinc)M5x12 2
15 Gearboxcover 1
16 Outputgear 1
17 washer 1
18 Planetarygear 1
19 48Teethgear 1
20 Motorassembly 1
21 Gearboxassembly 1
22 Wiredcontrolassembly 1
23 Rope4.8mmx12M 1
24 AluminumFairlead 1
25 MountingPlate 1
26 1/4"Hook 1
PartslistP30001AW
280 x 215mm