Superwinch X2 - 1,360 kgs/12V (1201, 1208, 1213, 1215) - Manual (Page 8)

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SWITCH OPERATION
When the switch springs back to the
“OFF” position, an electrical shunt pro-
vides dynamic braking action which
prevents the winch from coasting
(Figure 13). THIS BRAKING ACTION IS
NOT A LOAD HOLDING DEVICE.
When the switch is centered in the
“OFF” position, the shunt reduces the
action of a load to backdrive the
winch. However, a load can cause the
winch to creep. With the switch
removed from the winch, there is a
greater tendency for a load to back-
drive the winch.
The winch is
not designed
as a load holding device.
The switch should be removed from
the winch when unattended to pre-
vent unauthorized operation. A
Quickconnect (Superwinch P/N 1551) is
also available as an accessory to disarm
the winch. Because the winch will not
hold a load, in trailing or load holding
applications, tie down ropes or straps
must be used to secure loads.
Remote operation of the switch
(Figure 14) can be achieved by tying
one end of a cord through each “ear”
of the switch.
O P E R A T I O N
Figure 13
Off
Rope In
Rope Out
Figure 14