Specifications

Never apply a load on the winch
with the strap fully extended. Keep at
least two full turns of the strap that’s on
the reel.
Inspect the condition of the winch
strap. Using a damaged or worn winch
strap may result in serious injury or
damage.
It is not recommended to use the
winch as the sole method for loading
the boat onto the trailer. However, it is
WARNINGS AT TONGUE
a satisfactory assistant in the event of engine power loss.
Check the winch straps frequently. The strength in these can deterio-
rate from exposure to weather, ozone and ultraviolet light. If a strap
becomes frayed or worn, replace it immediately with a new one.
A heavy grease should be applied to the gears to provide a free-
running drive and to minimize the effort you have to expend to crank
the boat on the trailer.
The winch is intended solely as an aid to loading the boat on the
trailer. It is not intended or adequate to be the sole means of holding
the boat in place while trailering. Proper tie-downs fore and aft must
be used.
Warnings at Tongue
Read and adhere to all warning labels, especially those that appear
on the pivot tongue.
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