SPOOLING INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
winding onto the winch drum properly, repeat steps until the vehicle is within 6 ft. (2 m) of the winch anchor. Once within 6 ft. (2 m), slowly let up off of the brake pedal and then apply the parking brake. This will ensure that there is no load on the winch rope. Then place the transmission in park or in gear and turn the vehicle off. 22. Exit the vehicle. Disconnect the hook from the anchor. 23. While holding onto the supplied hook strap, hold tension on the winch rope and slowly power-in the winch by “pulsing” the power-in button on your remote control until the hook is within 3 ft. (1 m) of the fairlead. 24. Stop winching in and attach the hook to a suitable anchor point on the vehicle. 25. Once the hook is suitably attached to the vehicle, power-in the remaining slack in the winch rope by “pulsing” the power-in button on your remote control until there is minimal slack in the winch rope. NOTICE Do not power the hook into the fairlead . This could cause damage to the fairlead. Rigging For complete rigging fundamentals, Read the Basic Guide to Winching Techniques, found online at http://www.warn.com.
Cleaning: • Use low pressure water to clean synthetic rope. Do not use any chemicals. • Do not direct high pressure water (pressure washers, car washes, etc.) directly between the drum support and drum flange or clutch lever. • Use low pressure water and a soapy rag or sponge to clean the winch. • Avoid using chemicals that may damage the finish. • Thoroughly clean salt residue from the winch as soon as possible to minimize corrosion.
• Rope with original bulk.
• Rope displaying 25% strand volume reduction from abrasion—rope should be replaced.
• Rope strand showing full volume.
• Rope strand reduced by 25%
abrasion—rope should be replaced.
• Rope exhibits öber-set from compression. A slight sheen is visible. This is not a permanent
characteristic and can be eliminated by øexing the rope.
Rope Inspection:
• Rope displays two adjacent cut
strands—rope should be replaced.
WARNING Always inspect winch rope, hook, and slings before operating winch. Frayed, kinked or damaged winch rope must be replaced immediately. Damaged components must be replaced before operation. Protect parts from damage. When rope is first used, the outer filaments of the rope will quickly fuzz up. This is the result of these filaments breaking and this roughened surface will actually protect the fibers underneath. The condition should stabilize, not progress. If the surface roughness increases, excessive abrasion is taking place and strength is being lost. Look closely at both the inner and outer fibers. When either is worn the rope is obviously weakened. Open the strands and look for powdered fiber—this is a sign of internal wear. Localized discolorations could potentially represent chemical attack by anything from gear oil to battery acid. When doubt exists, replace the rope. Rope should be replaced when: • Rope bulk anywhere along the length is reduced by 10% or more by abrasion. • Two or more adjacent strands are cut. • Flat areas or lumps are found that are not eliminated by flexing rope. • Excessive fused or melted fibers are found. Any such areas will be stiff and the rope will have a glazed appearance.
Maintenance:
• Inspect the winch rope and heat sleeve before and after each winching operation. Frayed or damaged rope must be replaced immediately. See rope care and storage. • The rope must always spool onto the drum as indicated by the drum rotation decal on the winch. Take time to fully understand your winch and the winching operation by reviewing the Basic Guide to Winching Techniques found online at: http://www.warn.com. For further information or any questions contact: WARN INDUSTRIES, INC. 12900 S.E. Capps Road, Clackamas OR USA 97015-8903, 1-503-722-1200, Customer Service: 1-800-543-9276 Dealer Locator Service: 1-800-910-1122 or visit www.warn.com.
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