Product Manual

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INSPECT THE WINCH, HOOKS, ROPE, KNOTS AND POLYESTER
SLING TO DETECT ANY DAMAGE OR SIGNS OF WEAR.
Periodically, remove the capstan drum (section 2.2.4) and clean around the shaft (figure 1).
Accumulated debris can damage the shaft seal. Apply oil to prevent corrosion.
4.2 Lubrication
The front pulley (figure 1, no 1) must turn
freely. Lubricate it regularly with light oil.
Dirt and grime lodged between the pulley
and the shaft may prevent it from turning
freely. If required, disassemble it to clean
the shaft. Use an 8 mm hex key.
The gearbox is lubricated at the factory and
should not require additional lubrication or
maintenance. If there is appearance of a
leak, check oil level by placing the winch on
a level surface and remove the oil plug
(figure 1, no 2). Use an 8 mm hex key.
Lean it toward you; some oil should leak
out of the hole. If needed, you can add type
SAE80W90EP gear box oil.
4.3 Honda engine
Maintain the engine according to the instructions found in the Honda engine user manual
provided.
4.4 Storage
Always store your Portable Capstan Winch
TM
in a vertical position. Refer to the Honda engine
user manual for engine storage instructions.
4.5 Spark arrestor
If your Portable Capstan Winch
TM
is equipped with the optional spark arrestor (PCA-1151, sold
separately), you must clean it every hundred (100) hours to keep it running properly. Refer to the
Honda engine user manual for cleaning instructions.
5.0 Complementary information
5.1 Accessories
A complete line of accessories is available. You will find the list on the next page. We invite you
to visit our web site regularly at www.portablewinch.com for updates and new products.