WARN 9.0Rc - Manual (Page 5)

WARN INDUSTRIES * 9.0 RC WINCH
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
IMPACT AND MOVING PARTS
ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could
lead to serious injury or death.
To avoid injury to hands and fi ngers:
• Always know the Working Load Limit (WLL) of your
rope.
• Never Exceed the WLL of 9500 lbs. (4309 kg) or
shock load this rope.
• Always determine the suitability of a rope for a
specifi c application.
• Never use the included rope on a winch with a
rated line pull greater than 9500 lbs (4309 kg).
• Never use a rope if worn, damaged, abused,
overloaded, improperly maintained or over 1 year
old.
• Never stand within the recoil (snapback) area.
• Never use rope over a rough surface without Chafe
Protection.
• Never bend rope around unprotected, sharp
corners.
• Always use WARN Hawse Fairlead P/N 71851.
• Always replace rope every 12 months with P/N
71717.
• Always replace the WARN Hawse Fairlead if
damaged or abused with P/N 71851.
• Never leave clutch disengaged when not
freespooling rope. The automatic brake will not
operate when clutch lever is in freespool.
WARNING
CHEMICAL AND FIRE HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could
lead to serious injury or death.
• Always remove jewelry and wear eye protection.
• Never route electrical cables across sharp edges.
• Never route electrical cables near parts that get
hot.
• Never route electrical cables through or near
moving parts.
• Always place the supplied terminal boots on
wires and terminals as directed by the installation
instructions.
• Never lean over battery while making
connections.
• Never route electrical cables over battery
terminals.
• Never short battery terminals with metal objects.
• Always verify area is clear of fuel lines, fuel tank,
brake lines, electrical wires, etc., when drilling.
• Always consult operator’s manual for proper
wiring details.
• Always insulate and protect all exposed wiring
and electrical terminals.
WARN INDUSTRIES * 9.0 RC WINCH
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
AVOID WINCH AND EQUIPMENT
DAMAGE
• Always avoid side pulls which can pile up rope
at one end of the drum. This can damage rope or
winch.
• Always ensure the clutch is fully engaged or
disengaged.
• Always use care to not damage the vehicle frame
when anchoring to a vehicle during a winching
operation.
• Never submerge winch in water.
• Always store the remote control in a protected,
clean, dry area.
• Always avoid continuous “Power-Out”. Heat build
up from continuous power out may damage the
rope.
• Never expose the rope to harsh detergents, fuels,
oils, or Anti-freeze.
• Always use a chafe protector on all sharp edges
to protect rope.
• Never allow the rope to contact sharp objects.
Severe damage may result.
• Always respool rope in even wraps following any
angled winching activities.
• Never “jog” rope under load. Shock loads can
momentarily exceed capacity of rope and winch.
• Never install more than 50’ of 3/8” synthetic rope.
Damage to the winch may result.
• Always replace rope every 12 months with new
WARN synthetic rope ONLY. P/N 71717.
NOTICE
CAUTION
MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT
HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could
lead to minor or moderate injury.
To avoid injury to hands or fi ngers:
• Never leave remote control where it can be
activated during free spooling, rigging, or when the
winch is not being used.
• Never leave the winch remote control plugged in
when installing, freespooling, rigging, servicing or
when the winch is not being used.
CAUTION
CUT AND BURN HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could
lead to minor or moderate injury.
• Never let winch rope slip through your hands.