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 Keep your working area clean and tidy.
 Do not operate the winch in areas where rain or other precipitation is
present. Do not operate the winch on slippery grounds.
 Do not work with the unit in an area where an explosion hazard is present on
account of flammable liquids, gases or dusts.
 Wear suitable clothes. Do not wear loose clothes or jewellery. Keep hair,
clothes and gloves away from moving parts.
 Do not use the winch any further if the winch or the power cable is dam-
aged.
 Service the unit carefully. Check that movable parts function correctly and
do not jam, and whether any parts are broken or damaged in such a way
that the function of the unit is impaired. Have any damaged part repaired
before using the unit.
 Only allow qualified technicians to repair your unit using only original
replacement parts. Once a year, have the unit checked by a qualified ser-
vice technician.
 When connecting to the vehicle battery observe the applicable instructions
of the vehicle manufacturer. Note that the winch a has power consumption
of approx. 125 W. Do not pinch the power cable. There is a short-circuit and
fire hazard.
 Do not use the winch from a motor vehicle with a running engine.
 Never operate the winch at the same time when a charger is connected.
 If you pull heavy loads, hang a blanket or a jacket on the cable in a distance
of about 1 – 2 m away from the hook in order to significantly reduce the
risks caused by a breaking cable.
 Make sure that the warnings sings on the winch are clearly legible at all
times.
 Before each use inspect the cable for any kinks, knots or damage.
 If the cable is kinked or damaged, or if the cable is shaking under load, then
do not use it any further, and have it inspected and repaired by a qualified
technician.
 The winch must never be used longer than 5 minutes without interruption.
Batteries do not belong in household garbage.
For battery disposal, please check with your local
council.
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