Smittybilt X2O Gen 3 Installation Instructions Manual page 5

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WINCH OPERATION WARNINGS (Continued)
8. Ensure rated "D" or bow shackles are used in conjunction with an approved tree trunk protector to provide
a safe anchor point.
9. When extending the winch line, ensure that at least ten wraps of rope always remains on the drum. Failure
to do so can cause the rope to detach from the drum. Serious personal injury and/or property damage may
result.
10. Draping a heavy blanket or similar item over the extended winch rope is recommended as it will dampen
any back lash should a failure occur.
11. Neat and tight spooling will help avoid cable binding, which is caused when a load is applied, and the rope
is pinched between the others. If this happens, alternatively power the winch in and out. Do not attempt to
work out a bound rope under load, free by hand.
12. Apply blocks to wheels when vehicles are on an incline.
13. Battery:
- Be sure that the battery is in good condition. Avoid contact with battery acid or other contaminants.
- Always wear eye protection when working around a battery.
- Have the engine running when using the winch.
- Do not use on a stand-alone battery. This winch requires a constant charge from a vehicles charging
system.
- Failure to do so will cause damage to the winch.
- Be sure your battery is rated for at least 650 CCA
- Do not use this winch on a trailer unless wired directly to a vehicle. (No stand-alone batteries)
14. Winch Rope:
- Be sure that the synthetic rope is in good condition and is properly attached.
- Do not use the winch if the rope is frayed.
- Do not move the vehicle to pull a load.
- Do not replace the rope with a rope of lesser strength.
- The life of the rope is directly related to the use and care it receives. Following its first and
subsequent uses, the rope must be wound on to the drum under a load of at least 1000lbs (460kgs) or the
outer wraps will draw into the inner wraps and severely damage the rope during winching. The first use of the
winch should be a familiarization run while in a relaxed, non-recovery situation. Spool out the rope until there
are between 10-12 wraps around the drum (No less than 10). Then rewind the rope while under a load of
1000lbs or more. This will slightly tension and stretch the new rope and create a tight wrap around the drum.
Failure to follow this process may result in damage to the synthetic rope and reduce its lifespan.
15. Do not attempt to exceed the pulling limits of this winch
16. Do not drive your vehicle to assist the winch in any way. Vehicle movement in combination with winch
operation may overload the rope or the winch itself. Doing so may cause damage.
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