Rugged Ridge 3,000 Pound Heavy Duty Winch, ATV/UTV - Manual (Page 8)

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Avoid Winch and Equipment Damage
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Always avoid side pulls which can pile up rope at one end of
the drum. This can damage rope or winch.
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Always ensure the clutch is fully engaged or disengaged.
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Never use winch to tow other vehicles or objects. Shock loads
can momentarily exceed capacity of rope and winch.
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Always avoid “powering out” for extended distances. This
causes excess heat and wear on the winch motor and brake.
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Always use care to not damage the ATV/UTV frame when
anchoring to a vehicle during a winching operation.
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Never “jog” rope under load. Shock loads can momentarily
exceed capacity of rope and winch.
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Never use winch to secure a load during transport.
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Never submerge winch in water.
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Always store the remote control in a protected, clean, dry area.
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Always double line or pick distant anchor point when rigging.
This maximizes pulling power and avoids overloading the winch.
To prevent accidental activation of the winch and serious injury,
complete the winch installation and attach the hook before
installing the wiring.