Rugged Ridge Heavy Duty 8,500 lbs, Off Road Winch - Manual (Page 9)

VEHICLE RECOVERY ELECTRIC WINCH USE & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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• Always keep hands, body and clothing clear of cable, hook and fairlead during operation and spooling.
• Wire spurs and strands from cable can cause serious injury. Always use gloves and do not allow cable to
slip through hands. Maintain at least 6 feet (2 meters) between your position with cable and fairlead. For control
and safety, keep power switch with person holding cable strap.
• Always use hook strap when hook is within 6 feet (2 meters) of fairlead. Secure hook to vehicle
frame or tow eye and slowly power spool to complete storing cable under light tension. Remove
and secure power switch.
Maintenance
Do not use winch if damaged, submerged in water, in presence of flammable vapors or if cable is
frayed or kinked. INSPECT BEFORE EACH USE.
1.
Using gloves and observing all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS described above, inspect cable and hook on
regular basis and replace as necessary with cable or hook of equal strength. Cable clamp on spool must
be secured with red Loctite
® when replacing cable. Consult synthetic rope manufacturers load ratings,
recommendations and warnings if replacing cable with hi-strength synthetic rope.
2.
Using safety glasses, inspect winch, mounting plate and attachment hardware for damage or wear. Carefully
trace electrical connections, from winch to control and back to battery, assuring connections are secure and
protected, cables are undamaged and battery remains fully charged (minimum 650 CCA, fully charged). Replace
or repair as necessary.
3.
Winch is lubricated at factory and should not require additional lubrication. As electrical component, winch is
not intended to be submerged in water. If submerged, have winch serviced immediately to prevent damage and
corrosion. Spare and replacement parts for your Rugged Ridge
® vehicle recovery winch are available from your
retail distributor. See parts list attached.
WARNING
WARNING
Maintenance
WARNING
Your safety and the safety of other motorists is very important. Your Jeep ® is an off road capable vehicle that readily
lends itself to restoration and customizing. As the owner of a modified suspension vehicle, you are the person choosing
the combination of suspension, wheels, tires, drive train and accessories that best fit your intended use. Likewise, you
are the person responsible for the safety and legality of the vehicle you modify. In modifying your vehicle’s suspension,
balance your off-road capabilities against how the vehicle may actually be used off-road and on-road.
It is not practical or possible to warn about all hazards associated with your Jeep ® restoration or modifying your
suspension for improved off road capabilities. Start by familiarizing yourself with all vehicle manufacturers’ instructions
and warnings and the instructions and warnings accompanying your aftermarket product. Follow recommended
maintenance procedures and routinely inspect your vehicle components for unusual wear or off-road damage.
Restoration parts are direct replacements of original components and are not designed or warranted as meeting current
safety standards (including FMVSS).
Always wear seat belts and/or appropriate off-road restraints, reduce your speed, tread lightly © and safely enjoy your
off-road vehicle.