Operating Instructions

To Attach The Hand Crank:

The Handle (1) has a hex opening that fits the jam nuts. A second adjustable wrench will be needed to tighten the nuts (13) against each other. Then use the handle over one of the nuts for manual operation. For power operation in either direction, the nuts must be tightened against the clutch. For manual operation, back the nuts off then tighten them together.

HAND

CRANK

(1)

	SHAFT (21)		STEEL CABLE
	CRANK

	NUT (13)

FIGURE E

To Use The Winch Manually:

1.WARNING: Do not use the Hand Crank (1) to assist a powered Winch. This will damage the Winch, and may cause personal injury. (See Figure E.)

2.Place the vehicle’s transmission in “Park.” Turn off the engine. Set the emergency brake, and block the wheels from rolling, using suitable chocks (not included).

3.To retract the cable:

a.Tighten both the Crank Nuts (13) on the end of the Shaft (21). The Hand Crank will need to be removed temporarily to access the inner Crank Nut. Do not over- tighten. (See Figure E.)

b.Rotate the Hand Crank (1) clockwise to tighten the Steel Cable. Continue turn- ing the Hand Crank clockwise until the Steel Cable has been completely re- tracted. (See Figure E.)

4.To let cable out:

a.The clutch needs to be released by loosening both the Crank Nuts (13) on the end of the Shaft (21). Once again, the Hand Crank (1) will need to be removed temporarily to access the inner Crank Nut. Be certain that the load on the cable is adequately supported before loosening either Crank Nut. (See Figure E.)

b.Rotate the Hand Crank (1) counterclockwise to let out the Steel Cable.

(See Figure E.)

REV 12/04; REV 04/05

SKU 03882

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3882 specifications

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