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WARNING
OPERATE OR SERVICE THIS WINCH. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT
IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
• This winch is built for multi-purpose hauling and pulling operations. It is not recommended for lifting applica-
tions. For lifting, use a self-locking winch. DL winches are not to be used as hoists for lifting, supporting or
transporting people, or for loads over areas where people could be present.
• Respect this winch. High forces are created when using a winch, creating potential safety hazards. It should
be operated and maintained in accordance with instructions. Never allow children or anyone who is not
familiar with the operation of the winch to use it.
• Maintain a firm grip on the winch handle at all times, and never release the handle when ratchet lever is in
unlocked position with a load on the winch. Otherwise, handle will spin violently, which could cause personal
injury.
• Check for proper ratchet operation on each use of the winch. Do not use if damaged. Seek immediate
repairs.
• Never use the winch handle as a convenient handle for pulling or maneuvering the entire trailer or other
equipment. Never pull on the winch handle against a locked ratchet.
• Never exceed rated capacity. Excess load may cause premature failure and could result in serious person-
al injury. This winch is rated with three layers of line on the hub. Using more layers of line or a large hub
increases the load on the winch.
• Never apply load on winch with cable or rope fully extended. Keep at least three full turns of cable or rope
on the reel.
• Secure load properly. When winching operation is complete, do not depend on winch to support load.
• Operate with hand power only. This winch should not be operated with a motor of any kind. If the winch
cannot be cranked easily with one hand, it is probably over-loaded.
WINCH
MOUNTING
ATTACHMENT –
For maximum strength and safe-
ty, (and compliance with SAE Standard J1853) this
winch should be mounted with three 3/8" for M10
bolts, washers, and lock washers. (Use grade 5 or
8 for DL2500A, 2500AB, DL3200A & 3200AB). See
parts drawing.
Select a winch line with breaking strength at least
1-1/2 times the winch rating and a hook
1-1/2 times stronger than the line. If steel cable
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS –
handle securely to primary drive shaft (upper or low
speed shaft). Make sure that handle clip engages
with groove in drive shaft. Wind line on winch reel by
turning winch handle in counterclockwise direction
with ratchet lever in "down" position. The ratchet
should produce a loud, sharp, clicking noise. Make
sure that ratchet lever is in "down" position and
holding load before winch handle is released. To
unwind or reel out line, securely grip winch handle
and apply force in counterclockwise direction so that
ratchet lever can easily be moved to "up" position.
Carefully turn handle in clockwise direction. Do not
lose control. If handle is attached to intermediate
(lower or high speed) shaft, operate as described
above, reversing clockwise and counterclockwise.
The winch can be converted to wind line on to the
underside of the reel. To do this, carefully examine
ratchet assembly and remove it from winch. Do not
WINCH MAINTENANCE –
fully lubricated at the factory; but, for continued
smooth performance and increased life, occasional
greasing of gears and reel shaft and an occasional
Original Instructions
READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL,
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
AND
CABLE
Attach winch
This winch has been
NOT FOR THE MOVEMENT OF HUMAN BEINGS
is selected, the optional reel with large hub may
extend cable life. (The above combination meets
SAE Standard J1853 for boat trailer winches).
Attach cable or rope by either method described in
sketch. If nylon strap is used, it should have a loop
sewn in one end and be attached using a 3/8" x
3-1/4" long bolt and locknut. Use a locknut, not a nut
and lockwasher. Insert bolt through slots in both reel
sideplates so that nut is on gear side. Tighten only
until snug with bolt in bottom of slot next to reel hub.
Up
Down
Ratchet Lever
lose small parts. Turn the lever over and reassemble.
Do not over tighten bolt. Check operation to insure
the ratchet lever rotates fully without binding.
drop of oil on drive shaft bearings are recommended.
Keep winch in good working order. Damaged or
severely-worn parts create unnecessary dangers and
could result in personal injury or property damage.
ENGLISH
Winch Handle
To Wind
To Unwind
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