Superwinch H14P – 6,350 kgs Manual Clutch (Long Drum) - Manual (Page 4)

01-1 INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Please read and understand this owner’s manual before
installing your H10/12/14P winch. Your H10/12/14P
winch is a very powerful machine. If used unsafely or
improperly, there is a possibility that property damage or
personal injury can result. We have included several
unique features in the H10/12/14P winch to minimize this
possibility; however, your safety ultimately depends on
your caution when using the product.
Pay particular attention to the caution notes preceded
with the symbol shown here. The notes contain advice
for your protection.
Correct installation of your H10/12/14P winch is a
requirement for proper operation.
Please Note: The Superwinch model H10/12/14P winch
is designed for total reliability during vehicle recovery
operations. This winch is not designed to be used in
hoisting applications and Superwinch does not warrant it
to be suitable for such use.
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES
These are given through these instructions in the
following form :
WARNING : Procedures which must be
followed precisely in order to avoid the
possibility of personal injury.
CAUTION : This calls attention to procedures
which must be followed to avoid damage to
components.
NOTE : This calls attention to methods which
make a job easier or gives helpful
information.
SUPERWINCH winches are not to be used to lift, support
or otherwise transport personnel. Any such use shall be
considered to invalidate the warranty and Superwinch
shall not be responsible for any claims arising from such
use.
Superwinch reserve the right to alter model specifications
without prior notice.
REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENTS
Before you contact Superwinch or your nearest Dealer
please have ready the following information :
Kit No.
Serial No. of winch
Part No. required
POISONOUS SUBSTANCES
Many liquids and other substances used should under no
circumstances be consumed, and should be kept away
from open wounds. These substances include (among
others) hydraulic oil.
SYNTHETIC RUBBER
Many ‘O’ ring seals, flexible pipes and similar items,
when subjected to fire or heat can become highly
corrosive. Handle with seamless industrial gloves only.
Should skin contact occur, remove contaminated clothing
immediately and obtain medical assistance without delay.
Meanwhile, wash the affected area with copious amounts
of cold water or limewater for 15 to 60 minutes.
RECYCLING AND THE ENVIRONMENT
It is illegal to dispose of used oil in the ground, down
sewers or drains or into waterways.
Dispose of used oil through authorised waste disposal
contractors. If in doubt contact your local Authority for
advice on disposal facilities.
WINCHING TECHNIQUES
Before using your winch it is very important that you read
the booklet sent to you with your winch entitled the
“Handbook of Winching Techniques for Vehicle
Recovery”. Please read and understand this handbook
before using your Superwinch and it’s accessories. It has
been supplied with your winch to encourage safe
operation - if used unsafely or improperly, there is a
possibility that property damage or personal injury can
result, since your safety ultimately depends on your
caution when using these products.
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INTRODUCTION