U.S. General 02755 User manual
TRAILER TONGUE WINCH STAND
Model 02755
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and as-
sembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number
on the inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry
place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY. Cluttered, damp, or wet work areas
invite injuries.
2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA. Do not allow children to handle
this product.
3. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools and equipment should be
stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment, and
keep out of reach of children.
4. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR
DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or
reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not attempt to
use this product.
5. USE EYE PROTECTION. Wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles when
assembling this product. ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles are available
from Harbor Freight Tools.
6. DRESS SAFELY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can become
caught in moving parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from
becoming caught in moving parts. If wearing a long-sleeve shirt, roll sleeves up
above elbows.
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7. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent
tripping, falling, back injury, etceteras.
8. INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS MUST FOLLOW OSHA REQUIREMENTS.
9. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do
not use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.
10. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this product, carefully check that
it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged
parts and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this product.
Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
11. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES: When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this
product. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
12. MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE. Keep this product clean and dry for
better and safer performance.
13. MAINTENANCE: For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed
regularly by a qualified technician.
14. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not attempt to force a small tool or
attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applica-
tions for which this tool was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at
the rate for which it was intended. Do not modify this tool, and do not use this
tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.
15. WARNING: The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The
operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors, which
cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
1. DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM FIRST LAYER* RATED CAPACITY (900
LBS.) OR FULL DRUM** RATED CAPACITY (450 LBS.) FOR THE WINCH.
Overloading the Winch could cause personal injury and/or property damage.
* First Layer defined as all but 3 revolutions of nylon strap wrapped around the
winch drum. (Never unwind the winch drum so that less than 3 revolutions of
nylon strap are on the winch drum; doing so may result in damage and failure to
the winch stand.
** Full Drum defined as the nylon strap fully wrapped around the winch drum.
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2. MAKE SURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AS OUTLINED IN THE MANUFACTURER’S
MANUAL FOR THE TRAILER TO WHICH THE WINCH WILL BE ATTACHED.
3. MAKE SURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AS OUTLINED IN THE MANUFACTURER’S
MANUAL FOR THE BOAT YOU WILL WINCH. Make sure to attach the
Strap/Hook (part #9) of the Winch to the boat manufacturer’s recommended
pulling point.
4. ALWAYS EXAMINE THE WINCH FOR STRUCTURAL CRACKS, BENDS,
DAMAGE, FRAYED OR TORN STRAP, AND ANY OTHER CONDITIONS THAT
MAY AFFECT THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE WINCH. Do not use the Winch
even if minor damage appears.
5. MAINTAIN A SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT. Keep the work area well lit.
Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace. Always keep the work
area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and other debris.
6. ALWAYS KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM THE GEARS OF THE
WINCH WHEN APPLYING OR RELEASING A LOAD. Remain clear of the
Strap/Hook (part #9) when pulling a load. Do not stand in line with the Strap/
Hook, as it could whip violently should it break. People and animals should be
kept at a safe distance when using the Winch.
7. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN APPLYING OR RELEASING A LOAD.
Never allow the load to suddenly release. Slowly and carefully apply and release
the load.
8. NEVER WINCH A BOAT WITH ANYONE IN IT.
9. PRIOR TO USING THE WINCH, MAKE SURE THE RATCHET PAWL IS
ENGAGED. Never let go of the Handle (part #7) until the Ratchet Pawl is fully
engaged and supporting the load. If not, the Handle can spin dangerously back-
wards which can result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
(See Figure A, next page.)
10. DO NOT ADJUST THE WINCH HEIGHT WHILE IT IS UNDER A LOAD. Always
use the lowest possible practical height of the Winch when cranking a load to
minimize bending stress on the Winch.
11. THE WINCH IS DESIGNED FOR MOUNTING ON SQUARE OR RECTANGU-
LAR SURFACES ONLY. Do not attempt to mount the Winch on a rounded
surface.
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12. THE WINCH IS NOT DESIGNED TO ACCOMMODATE ROPE OR STEEL
CABLE.
13. THE STRAP/HOOK MUST BE PULLED STRAIGHT IN. Keep the load in line
with the Winch. Pulling at an angle (off to the side) may cause excessive stress
on the Winch.
14. DO NOT LEAVE THE WINCH UNATTENDED WHILE IT IS UNDER A LOAD.
15. IF THE WINCH CANNOT BE CRANKED WITH ONE HAND, THE WINCH IS
PROBABLY BEING OVERLOADED.
CUT-AWAY SIDE VIEW
Ratchet Pawl Engaged
Ratchet Pawl Disengaged FIGURE A
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List (page 8) are
included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the
number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: For additional references to the parts listed below, refer to the
Assembly Diagram (page 9).
To Mount The Winch On A Trailer Tongue:
1. Place the Plate/Tube Assembly (part #1) on the top edge of the trailer beam with
the two mounting holes on each side of the Plate overhanging both sides of the
trailer beam. (See Figure B, next page.)
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STRAP/HOOK (#9)
HANDLE
ASSY. (#7)
LOCK NUT (#8)
LOCK
NUT (#4)
REAR OF TRAILER
RATCHET PAWL SIDE
TRAILER BEAM
MOUNTING
PLATE (#2)
LOCK
NUT (#4)
TRAILER HITCH
(NOT INCLUDED)
CAP SCREW (#3)
PLATE/TUBE ASSY. (#1)
CAP SCREW (#6)
WINCH/TUBE ASSY. (#5)
FIGURE B
2. With assistance, place and hold the Mounting Plate (part #2) against the under-
side of the trailer beam, making sure two mounting holes in the Mounting Plate
overhang both sides of the trailer beam.
(See Figure B.)
3. Insert the four Cap Screws (part #3) downward through the four mounting holes
in the Plate/Tube Assembly (part #1) and through the four mounting holes in the
Mounting Plate (part #2). Then firmly tighten four Lock Nuts (part #4) onto the
four Cap Screws to secure the lower portion of the Winch to the trailer beam.
(See Figure B.)
4. Insert the Winch Tube Assembly (part #5) onto the Plate/Tube Assembly
(part #1). NOTE: Make sure the Ratchet Pawl Side of the Winch faces toward
the trailer hitch and that the Strap/Hook (part #9) faces toward the rear of the
trailer. (See Figure B.)
5. To adjust the height of the Winch, raise or lower the Winch Tube Assembly
(part #5). Align the holes in the sides of the Winch Tube Assembly and in the
sides of the Plate/Tube Assembly (part #1). Insert one Cap Screw (part #6)
completely through the aligned holes, and firmly tighten a Lock Nut (part #4) onto
the Cap Screw to secure the desired height of the Winch.
(See Figure B.)
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Note: If possible,
protect the Strap from
sun exposure; when
strap exposed to
sunlight the expected
life of the strap is
approximately 3 years.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. CAUTION: Prior to operating the Winch, make sure to read and understand
all of the instructions listed in the section “Specific Warnings and Precau-
tions” of this manual.
2. To load a boat onto a trailer, disengage the Ratchet Pawl, located on the rear
of the Wing/Tube Assembly (part #5), by pulling it backward to its horizontal
position. (See Figure A.)
3. Pull out the length of Strap (part #9) needed to attach the Hook (part #9) to the
boat being winched. (See Figure B.) Note: Read all instructions pertaining
to positioning of vehicle/trailer and lining up boat for safe loading onto
trailer, as described in the instruction manual of the trailer being used.
4. Attach the Hook (part #9) securely to the boat.
5. Engage the Ratchet Pawl by pushing it forward to its vertical position.
(See Figure A.)
6. Turn the Handle Assembly (part #7) clockwise to pull the boat onto the trailer.
Continue turning the Handle Assembly clockwise until the boat is loaded fully
onto the trailer and can be safely secured to the trailer. (See Figure B.)
7. To unload a boat from a trailer, firmly grip and hold the Handle Assembly (part
#7) while another person disengages the Ratchet Pawl. Then, slowly turn the
Handle Assembly counterclockwise until the boat has been completely unloaded
from the trailer. (See Figures A, and B.)
8. Remove the Hook (part #9) from the boat.
9. Engage the Ratchet Pawl, and turn the Handle Assembly (part #7) clockwise until
the entire length of the Strap (part #9) has been recoiled into the Handle
Assembly. (See Figures A, and B.)
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING
1. CAUTION: Always release a load from the Winch before performing any
inspection, maintenance, or cleaning.
2. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Winch. Check for
loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked, bent or broken
parts, frayed or torn Strap, and any other condition that may affect its safe opera-
tion. Inspect the entire unit for corrosion that may be caused by exposure to salt
water or weather. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem
corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.
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3. THE GEARS OF THE WINCH SHOULD BE GREASED AT ALL TIMES.
4. PERIODICALLY, APPLY AN OIL LUBRICANT TO THE RATCHET PAWL
MECHANISM. The Ratchet Pawl mechanism must be free of dirt, paint, rust,
etc., as these conditions will prevent the Ratchet Pawl mechanism from operating
properly. (See Figure A.)
5. IF THE WINCH HAS BEEN USED IN SALT WATER, rinse the entire unit thor-
oughly with fresh water. Then, use a premium quality, lightweight oil to lubricate
all moving parts.
6. KEEP ALL PARTS LIGHTLY LUBRICATED TO PREVENT CORROSION. If
corrosion develops, you may prep and paint exterior parts of the Winch to arrest
and prevent further damage.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST
AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEI-
THER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION
OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO
MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO
REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTUER AND/OR
DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACE-
MENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS,
AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARIS-
ING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACE-
MENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF
REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
PARTS LIST
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Note: Winch Drum and Frame not available as replacement parts.
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NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not
available individually as replacement parts.
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Parts Diagram
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