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SKU 91780 Page 8For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Maintenance
Lubrication
1. All moving parts within the Winch have been lubricated using high temperature lithium
grease at the factory. No internal lubrication is required.
2. Lubricate cable periodically using a light penetrating oil.
Cable Assembly Replacement
(To be performed only by a qualified service technician.)
1. Move Cam Ring (11w) to the OUT position.
2. Extend Cable Assy. (36w) to its full length. Note how the existing cable is connected to
the inside of the drum.
3. Remove old Cable Assembly and attach new one.
Caution: Do not replace with inferior cable. Always use the approved replacement part
from Harbor Freight Tools.
4. Retract Cable onto cable drum being careful not to allow kinking.
General
1. Keep vehicle battery in good condition.
2. Be sure that the Winch battery cables are not drawn tight against any surfaces which
could possibly damage them.
3. Periodically remove and clean cable connections to the battery fuse box and chassis
ground. Corrosion will reduce performance or may cause a short.
4. Cover the cables and Winch when not in use.
5. While standing aside of the tow path, press (and hold) the RED push-button on the Switch
Assy. (35w) to pull the load. If the load will not move, release pull switch and check for
obstacles blocking the load, or check to see if load is too heavy for Winch capacity.
Always wait until the motor has stopped before changing directions!
6. To reverse directions, press (and hold) the opposite push-button to release the load.
7. When the pulling is complete, secure the load so it cannot move in either direction.
Caution: The Winch is designed for intermittent use only, and should not be used in a
constant duty application. The duration of the pulling job should be kept as short as
possible. If the Winch motor becomes very hot to the touch, stop the Winch and let it
cool down for several minutes. Never pull for more than one minute at or near the rated
load. Do not maintain power to the Winch if the motor stalls as it can damage the motor
or gears.