PULLING
As you probably have already noticed, there are many things to do and consider before you actually begin pulling. Think through what you’re doing and you can keep yourself and those around you out of harm’s way. Operating your winch properly is so important, in fact, you should practice these techniques before having to face the distractions and stresses of a real winching situation.
Step 6: ATTACH THE CLEVIS/D- SHACKLE AND HOOK STRAP. Attach the shackle to the two ends of the strap or chain and through the hook loop,
Step 8: CONNECTTHE REMOTE CONTROL (if so equipped). Be careful not to let the remote control cord dangle in front of the winch. Always disconnect the remote control when not in use. Step 9: PUT ROPE UNDER TENSION. Using the winch switch, slowly wind the rope until no slack remains. Once the rope is under tension, stand well clear, and never step over it. Step 10: CHECK YOUR ANCHOR. Make sure all connections are secured and free of debris before continuing with the winching procedure.
being careful not to over tighten (tighten and back-off 1/2 turn).
Step 11: CHECK ROPE.The rope should be neatly wound around the spooling drum. Improper winding can cause damage to the rope. Step 12: LAY SOMETHING OVER THE ROPE, if you decide it is necessary, midway between the winch and the anchor point to absorb energy should the rope snap loose. Tree limbs, heavy jackets, chain, back pack and the like may be used for this purpose.
NOTICE
Avoid over- heating the
winch motor. For extended winching, stop at reasonable intervals to allow the winch motor to cool down.
Step 7: LOCK THE CLUTCH. Lock the winch drum by rotating the clutch lever on the winch to Engage.
Run Time Guidelines for WARN ATV/UTV Winches
See table for run time guidelines.
Load (lbs) Run Time Distance (ft) Cool Time (min) 0 2.5 min 50 12 500 2.0 min 32 10 1000 1.0 min 14 10 1500 25 sec 5 10 2000 15 sec 2 10 2500 10 sec 1 10 Duty cycles vary for each winch. See specification sheet supplied with your winch.
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