MEASUREMENT FOUNDATION
WINCH
Z 2500
• Always mount the winch and attach the hook to the rope’s end loop before connecting the electrical wiring.
• Always position fairlead with WARNING label on top.
• Always spool the rope onto the drum in the direction specified by the winch warning label on the winch and/or documenta-
tion. 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.
• Always inspect, rope, hook, and slings before operating winch. Frayed, kinked or damaged rope must be replaced
immediately. Damaged components must be replaced 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, choker rope, or tree trunk protector on the anchor.
• Always remove any element or obstacle that may interfere with safe operation of the winch.
• Always take time to use 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 or disengage 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.
