Smittybilt 97203 XRC 3.0 3,0001b Winch - Manual (Page 3)

Always mount the winch and attach the hook to the rope`s end loop before conne cting
the electrical wiring.
Always spool the rope onto the drum in the direction specified by the winch warning label
on the winch and/or documentation. This is required for the automatic brake (if so
equipped) to function properly.
Always prestretch wire rope and respool under load before use. Tightly wound wire
rope reduces chances of binding , which can damage the rope.
MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT
HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to minor or moderate injury.
Always inspect, rope, hook, and slings before operating w inch. Fra yed, kink ed or
damaged rope must be replaced immediately. Damaged components must be re pla ced
before operation. Protect parts from damage.
Never leave remote control plugged into winch when free spooling, rigging, or
when the winch is not being used.
Never hook rope back onto itself. This damages the rope.
Always use a choker chain, choke r ro pe, or tr ee tru nk pro tecto r on the anchor.
Always remove any element or obstacle that may interfere with safe operation
of the winch.
Always take time to u se appropriate rigging techniques for a winch pull.
Always be certain the anchor you select will withstand the load and the strap or chain
will not slip.
Never engage o r diseng age clutch if winch is under load, rope is in tension or drum is
moving.
Always select an anchor point as far away as possible. This will provide the winch
with its greatest pulling power.
Never winch with less than 5 wraps of rope around the drum. The rope could come
loose from the drum.
Never touch rope or hook while in tension or under load.
Never touch rope or hook while someone else is at the control switch or during
winching operation.
Always stand clear of rope and load and keep others away while winching.
Always be aware of stability of vehicle and load during winching, keep others away.
Alert all bystanders of any unstable condition.
Never use winch to secure a load.
MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT
HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to minor to moderate injury.
Always use a hook with a latch
Always insure hook latch is closed and not supporting load.
Never apply load to hook tip or latch. Apply load only to the center of hook.
Never use a hook whose throat opening has increased, or whose tip is bent or
twisted.
FALLING OR CRUSHING HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to severe injury or death.
Never use winch to lift or move persons.
Never use winch as a hoist or to suspend a load.
CUT AND BURN HAZARD
Failure to observe these instructions could lead to minor or moderate injury.
To avoid injury to hands and fingers:
Always wear heavy leather gloves when handling a rope.
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XRC 3.0 3,0001b Winch
Part # 97203
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XRC 3.0 3,0001b Winch
Part # 97203
WWW.SMITTYBILT.COM