Winch Operation - Winchmax SL 13 Bedienungsanleitung

Note
• It is important to understand that it is the first 6-8 tight wraps around the drum
and NOT the drum terminal fixing point that allows the wire or synthetic rope to
grip onto the drum.
• The drum fixing is not load-bearing, it is only designed to allow the cable to be wound
on under sufficient load for it to wrap tightly onto the drum.
• When wire rope is new it is greasy and springy and can easily unwind on the drum if
tension is ever released.
• If the outer wraps of a wire rope do 'unwind' then you must pull the whole rope out and
re-spool under tension. Failure to observe this will result in failure of the drum fixing.

5. WINCH OPERATION

• Ensure the vehicle is secure by applying the parking brake or chocking wheels.
• Power out (for a short distance) or free-spool the cable out and connect to a suitable
anchor point.
• Re-check all cable rigging before commencing.
• Plug in the winch hand controller and switch on the battery isolator. Feed the hand
controller around the front of the vehicle and through the driver's window.
• To commence winching, start the vehicle engine and with the transmission in neutral
operate the winch whilst guiding the path of the winch with the vehicle steering until free.
• You must ensure that the cable winds evenly onto the drum. Acute angle winching
can result in rope bunching on the drum which could cause damage to the winch.
• When the operation has been completed, the rope should be pulled out and
re-spooled neatly under tension for the next use.
Note
• Your winch is not designed to be used continuously but instead to provide the high
load short duration pulls required to recover an off-road vehicle from difficulty.
• Never allow the winch motor to stall.
• Whenever you operate your winch it will generate heat in the motor, high loading,
long or repeated operation can cause the motor to overheat. Always monitor motor
temperature. If the motor becomes too hot to comfortably put your hand on, stop
operation immediately and allow to cool before further use.
• Do not exceed the maximum rated load of your winch.
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• We recommend the use of a snatch block and double line technique for any loads
exceeding 50% of the winch rating. Always anchor the hook back to suitable chassis
fixing, not to the winch mounting plate.
• Keep the vehicle engine running while winching to maintain battery charge.
• A minimum of 6 tight wraps on the drum must be maintained to prevent failure of
drum fixing. Do not pull the wire rope out past the red marking.
• Do not engage or disengage the clutch while under load or when the motor is
running.
• Never drive your vehicle to assist the winch in any way.
6. MAINTAINING YOUR WINCH
• The winch should be exercised at least once a month: Power out approx. 10m of
cable, free spool 5m, then power back in under a minimum 100kg load.
• Replace remote control batteries every 12 months or when exhausted.
• Keep a protective winch cover fitted when the winch is not in use.
• All moving parts are permanently lubricated with grease and with normal use do not
need greasing for the life of the winch.
• Clean your winch after use. Use only low-pressure water and a brush to rinse off any
dirt. Run the winch for a minute or two after cleaning to warm up the motor and
assist in drying.
• Once dry, you should use a light spray oil to coat the winch and wire rope before
installing the winch cover.
• The winch should not be immersed in dirty water.
7. SYNTHETIC ROPE
• Do not allow the rope to contact sharp or abrasive objects.
• Do not expose to strong detergents, fuels, oils or anti-freeze solutions.
• Avoid contact with high temperature surfaces e.g exhaust/engine.
• After use; pull out the rope, wash, dry and carefully re-spool onto the drum.
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