Superwinch EX1 Manual Del Propietário página 8

O P E R A T I O N
SWITCH OPERATION
When the switch springs back to the
"OFF" position, an electrical shunt pro-
vides dynamic braking action which
prevents the winch from coasting
(Figure 13). THIS BRAKING ACTION IS
NOT A LOAD HOLDING DEVICE.
When the switch is centered in the
"OFF" position, the shunt reduces the
action of a load backdriving the winch.
However, a load can cause the winch
to creep. With the switch removed
from the winch, there is a greater ten-
dency for a load to backdrive the
winch.
Rope Out
Figure 13
as a load holding device.
The switch should be removed from
the winch when unattended to pre-
vent unauthorized operation. A
Quickconnect (Superwinch P/N 1551) is
also available as an accessory to disarm
the winch. Because the winch will not
hold a load, in trailing or load holding
applications, tie down ropes or straps
must be used to secure loads.
Remote operation of the switch
(Figure 14) can be achieved by tying
one end of a cord through each "ear"
of the switch.
M A I N T E N A N C E
Periodically check tightness of the
mounting bolts and electrical connec-
tions. Remove any dirt or corrosion
that may have accumulated on the
electrical connections.
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Off
Rope In
The winch is
not designed
LUBRICATION
Your new winch has lifetime lubrica-
tion. There will be some grease leaking
out of the winch, especially during the
first few operations. This is normal and
it is not necessary to grease or oil any
part of the winch at any time.
WIRE ROPE
A part of your winch that will require
periodic attention and eventual
replacement is the wire rope. Inspect
the wire rope for wear frequently. If
fraying exists, replace the wire rope at
once. Your winch uses 5/32" diameter
galvanized aircraft type 7 x 19 wire
rope that is 25 feet long (2,800 lb.
breaking strength). Always replace the
wire rope with Superwinch replace-
ment wire rope, P/N 1535 (see
Replacement Parts List).
Figure 14