Warning, Caution, Danger – Champion Power Equipment 12090 User Manual
Page 7: Safety rules

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Never operate a damaged or malfunctioning
winch . If winch appears damaged or is
malfunctioning, disconnect power source and
disconnect load .
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Any support structure the winch will be
mounted to must be designed to withstand
any load or forces that the load and winch
may apply to the structure . All mounting
hardware must also be able to withstand all
load weights and forces .
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Use only supplied or manufacturer
replacement power cables . Do not connect
other cables to a power source and winch, as
this may damage the winch and power source .
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When re-spooling the cable, ensure that the
cable spools in the over-wind position with the
cable entering the drum from the top, not the
bottom .
To re-spool correctly, and while wearing
gloves, keep a slight load on the cable while
pushing the remote button to draw in the
cable . Do not let your hands get within 12 in .
(30 .5 cm) of the winch while re-spooling . Turn
off the winch and repeat the procedure until
a few inches of cable are left before the stop
bracket . Keep hands clear of the winch, cable
and slight load which winch is under power .
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Duration of winching pulls should be kept as
short as possible .
If the motor becomes uncomfortably hot to
the touch, stop winching immediately and let
it cool down for a few minutes . Do not pull for
more than one minute at or near the rated load .
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If the motor stalls, do not maintain power to
the winch .
Utility winches are designed and made for
intermittent use and should not be used in
constant duty applications .
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Do not use damaged or broken equipment .
Before each use inspect the winch and
equipment for any damage to the following:
–
Winch
–
Wire cable
–
Hook
–
Battery or Remote cables
If any of the above items or any other items
appear to be damaged or broken then replace
or fix before use .
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Do not lift any loads over people, animals,
or property that cannot be damaged . Falling
loads may result in property damage, injury
or death .
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Do not anchor or mount winch in any overhead
position . Overhead use not recommended .
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Never disengage clutch under load . Only
engage or disengage clutch before connection
of loads .
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