Manual

REV 12551-20120208 6
12551 ENGLISH
ASSEMBLY
Assembling the Winch
This CPE 2500 lb. (1,134 kg.) winch is designed
with a bolt pattern that is standard in this class of
winch. Many winch mounting kits are available that
utilize this bolt pattern for the most popular trucks,
UTVs and ATVs. If you cannot find a kit locally,
contact CPE and we will provide you with the name
of a dealer.
1. Insert M10x20 bolts through the Speed Mount
™
Hitch Adapter channel holes and attach the
roller fairlead to the mounting channel with the
M10 lock washer and M10 nut provided.
Mounting bolts must be SAE grade 5 or better
and torque to 34 ft. lbs.
CAUTION
2. Turn the winch upside down. Place the
Speed Mount
™
Hitch Adapter on the winch,
making sure the winch is centered in the
middle of the mounting channel.
3. Thread the M8x25 bolts through the M8
flat and lockers washers, and then thread
through the Speed Mount
™
Hitch Adapter.
Tighten the bolts. DO NOT over tighten.
4. Turn winch right-side-up. Disengage the
clutch by moving the Cam Ring to the “Out”
position. Release the wire rope and pull
through the roller fairlead.
5. Attach the clevis hook to the cable, and then
hand strap to the clevis hook.
Solenoid/Contactor Location
Find a location for the solenoid/contactor. It is
recommended that the solenoid/contactor be
mounted close to the battery in a clean, dry
location. Make sure the location chosen allows for
sufficient clearance from all metal components.
Drill mounting holes if required. Once a location
is found, DO NOT install the unit until all wiring
is completed (see wiring section).
Install the Rocker Switch
1. Decide which handlebar the rocker switch will
be mounted on. (The rocker switch is usually
installed on the left handlebar).
2. Use a piece of electrical tape (not provided)
around the handlebar to help prevent rotation
of the mount.
3. Tighten the rocker switch in place. DO NOT
over tighten or tighten/clamp over any hoses
or cables.
4. Once the rocker switch is mounted, the wires
can be routed back to where the solenoid/
contactor is located.
5. Make sure the handlebars have full range of
motion and then secure the rocker switch’s
cable with the supplied cable ties.
The type of vehicle to which the winch and
mounting channel will be applied, will dictate
the type of mounting kit that should be used
(Speed Mount™ Hitch Adapter, Standard
Mounting Channel, or Specialty Mounting Kit).
NOTE
Terminals coming in contact with metal
will cause a direct short, possibly causing
solenoid/contactor and/or battery damage.
NOTE
Assembling the Winch Cont’d.
If utilizing a mounting plate, ensure that the three
major sections (motor, drum and gear housing) are
properly aligned. Proper alignment of the winch will
allow for even distribution of the full rated load.
CAUTION