Champion Power Equipment 14051 - Manual (Page 9)

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14051 ENGLISH
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Mounting the Winch
This CPE 4,500 lb . winch is designed with a
bolt pattern that is standard in this class of
winch . Many winch mounting kits are available
that utilize this bolt pattern for the most popular
trucks, SUV’s and ATV’s . If you cannot find a kit
locally, contact CPE and we will provide you with
the name of a dealer .
Mounting bolts must be SAE grade 5 or better
and torque to 34 ft . lbs .
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The type of vehicle to which the winch and
mounting channel will be applied, will dictate
the type of mounting kit that should be used
(Speed Mount
™ Hitch Adapter, Standard
Mounting Channel, or Specialty Mounting Kit) .
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If utilizing a mounting plate, ensure that
the three major sections (motor, drum and
gear housing) are properly aligned . Proper
alignment of the winch will allow for even
distribution of the full rated load .
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solenoid/Contactor location
Find a location for the solenoid/contactor . It is
recommended that the solenoid/contactor be
mounted close to the battery in a clean, dry
location . Make sure the location chosen allows for
sufficient clearance from all metal components .
Drill mounting holes if required . Once a location
is found, DO NOT install the unit until all wiring
is completed (see wiring section) .
Terminals coming in contact with metal
will cause a direct short, possibly causing
solenoid/contactor and/or battery damage .
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Install the rocker switch
1 . Decide which handlebar the rocker switch will
be mounted on . (The rocker switch is usually
installed on the left handlebar) .
2 . Use a piece of electrical tape (not provided)
around the handlebar to help prevent rotation
of the mount .
3 . Tighten the rocker switch in place . DO NOT
overtighten or tighten/clamp over any hoses
or cables .
4 . Once the rocker switch is mounted, the wires
can be routed back to where the solenoid/
contactor is located .
5 . Make sure the handlebars have full range of
motion and then secure the rocker switch’s
cable with the supplied cable ties .
Mounting the Winch Cont’d.
1 . Insert M10x25 bolts through the mounting
channel holes and attach the aluminum
hawse to the mounting channel with the M10
lock nuts provided .
2 . Turn the winch upside down . Place the
mounting channel on the winch, making sure
the winch is centered in the middle of it .
3 . Thread the M8x25 bolts through the M8 flat
and lockers washers, and then thread through
the mounting channel . Tighten the bolts . DO
NOT over tighten .
4 . Turn winch right side up . Disengage the
clutch by moving the Cam Ring to the “Out”
position . Release the wire rope and pull
through the aluminum hawse .
5 . Attach the clevis hook to the cable, and then
hand strap to the clevis hook .