Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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Table of Contents
Specifications |
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Maintenance ............................................................. |
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Safety ........................................................................ |
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Parts List and Diagram ............................................. |
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Setup ......................................................................... |
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Warranty ................................................................... |
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Operation.................................................................. |
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Specifications
Rated Single |
12,000 lb (5443 kg) |
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Vehicle Recovery / |
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For Trucks and SUV’s |
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Motor |
12 VDC Series Wound |
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Power IN & |
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Power OUT |
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Duty Cycle Rating |
5% (45 sec at Max Rated Load; |
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14 min, 15 sec Rest) |
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Remote Control |
Wireless / Wired, 12 ft (3.7 m) long |
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Gear Train |
3-Stage Planetary |
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Gear Ratio |
210:1 |
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Freespool |
Rotating Ring Gear |
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Brake |
Automatic Load Holding |
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Drum (Dia. X L) |
2.5" x 8.8" (64 mm x 224 mm) |
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Clevis Hook |
3/8", Replaceable with |
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Spring-loaded Safety Latch |
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Fairlead |
Aluminum Fairlead |
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Sound Rating |
85 dB |
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Synthetic Rope |
Ø0.375" x 80' (Ø 9.5 mm x 24.4 m) |
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Battery |
12 VDC Minimum 650 CCA |
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Battery Cables |
Minimum 2 AWG x 6' |
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Mounting Bolt |
10" x 4.5" (254 mm x 114.3 mm) |
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Mounting |
8 x Gr8.8, M10 x 30 mm |
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Fairlead: |
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2 x Gr8.8, M12 x 40 mm |
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Overall Dimensions |
23.2" x 6.67" x 9.96" |
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(L x D x H) |
(590 mm x 169.5 mm x 253 mm) |
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Shipping Weight |
80 lb (36.2 kg) |
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IP Rating |
IP68 / IP69K |
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Rated Line Pull |
Synthetic Rope Capacity |
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12000 lb (5443 kg) |
16.3' (5 m) |
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9517 lb (4317 kg) |
37' (11 m) |
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7885 lb (3577 kg) |
60' (18.3 m) |
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6732 lb (3053 kg) |
80' (24.4 m) |
First Layer of Synthetic Rope Performance
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Line Speed fpm (mpm) |
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31.5 |
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3000 |
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12.1 |
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9000 |
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6.7 |
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12000 |
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4.7 |
(1.43) |
448 |
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WARninG SyMBOLS AnD DeFiniTiOnS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
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Wear heavy-duty, cutand abrasion-resistant leather gloves.
Wear AnSi-approved safety glasses.
Cut or sever hazard.
Roller entanglement hazard.
Hot surface burn hazard.
Fire hazard.
Caustic chemical (acid) hazard.
explosion hazard.
Do not loop the synthetic rope around object and hook onto itself.
Do not place finger(s) through hook. Fingers may be caught and get pulled into fairlead or drum.
Pull hook using strap only.
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Do not use winch in overwind orientation. (Synthetic rope enters/exits at the top.)
use winch only in underwind orientation. (Synthetic rope enters/ exits at the bottom.)
VDC Volts Direct Current
AAmperes
CCA |
Cold Cranking Amperes |
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HP |
Horsepower |
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fpm |
Feet Per Minute |
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RPM Revolutions Per Minute |
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iP |
International Protection rating |
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G8 |
Grade 8 |
A fastener strength rating. |
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iMPORTAnT SAFeTy inFORMATiOn
WARninG! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed on page 4 may result in fire, serious injury and/or DeATH.
The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
installation Precautions
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1.Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can be caught in moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended.
Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
2.Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavy-duty leather work gloves during installation.
3.Before installation confirm that area is clear of fuel lines, brake lines, electrical wires, gas tanks or any other component which could be damaged during drilling.
4.Mounting location and hardware must support Winch and load.
5.Use supplied power cords and synthetic rope listed in manual only. Do not use thinner/ longer cables or link multiple cables together.
6.Do not route electrical cables near sharp edges or parts that will move or become hot.
7.Ventilate area well before and while working on battery. Explosive invisible hydrogen gas can accumulate and then explode when ignited by a spark from the battery connection.
8.Only connect to a clean, corrosion free battery.
9.Do not lean over or come in contact with battery while making connections.
10.Remove all metal jewelry before working near battery.
11.Connect the red cable to the Disconnect Switch, then connect the 12" 2AWG cable to the Disconnect Switch and the positive battery terminal. Connect the black cable to the negative battery terminal.
12.Insulate all exposed wiring and terminals after installation.
13.Install Winch and Fairlead in underwind orientation, so that the Synthetic Rope enters and exits the Winch at the bottom of the drum.
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Service Precautions
1.Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavy-duty leather work gloves during service.
2.Disconnect power to Winch and allow it to cool completely before service.
3.Use supplied power cords, synthetic rope or cables listed in manual only. Do not use thinner/ longer cables or link multiple cables together.
4.Have the Winch serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the Winch is maintained.
5.Maintain labels and nameplates on the Winch. These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
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installation and Setup
Read the enTiRe iMPORTAnT SAFeTy inFORMATiOn section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
What’s in the Box
Winch x 1 |
Aluminum Fairlead x 1 |
Remote Control x 1 |
Remote Control Cable x 1 |
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Hook x 1 |
Rope Protecting Mat x 2 |
Ground Cable x 1 |
Disconnect Switch x 1 |
Red Hook Strap x 1 |
Control Box Baseplate x 1 |
Sheath (red, black, yellow) x 3 |
Extended Copper Screw x 3 |
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Small Black |
Small Black |
Disconnect Switch Cable x 1 |
Terminal Box x 1 |
Wire Extension x 1 |
Wire Connector x 1 |
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Terminal Box Cover x 1 |
Power Cables |
Instruction Books |
(relocation kit) x 3 |
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• Guide to Winching
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Mounting the Winch
1.Make sure the Winch will fit the chosen mounting area. If relocating the Control Box is necessary or desired, perform the removal and installation of cables to the Winch before mounting. Refer to Relocating the Control Box on page 8.
2.The mounting plate must be rated to at least the Winch’s capacity.
3.Align the Winch perpendicular to center line of the vehicle at the desired location, and mark the locations of the winch base holes. Compare the dimensions of the marked holes to Figure A.
4.Before drilling, verify that the installation surface has no hidden components or structural pieces that will be damaged.
nOTe: This Winch can generate extreme forces. Select a location that can withstand the rated capacity without damage or weakening. Steel reinforcement plates may be needed or a certified welder may need to weld on additional bracing depending on the mounting location.
5.Drill holes appropriate for the hardware at the marked locations.
note: Depending on the vehicle application, it may be beneficial to install the wiring before mounting the Winch. Check all terminal access and plan wiring routes before mounting the Winch.
6.Install the Winch using hardware specified on the specification chart. Tighten fasteners to the following torque values:
Winch mounting fasteners |
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9.96 in. / 253 mm
7.2 in. / 183 mm |
8.82 in. / 224 mm |
7.2 in. / 183 mm |
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10 in. / 254 mm |
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169.5 mm |
4.49 in. |
6.67 in. / |
23.2 in. / 590 mm
Figure A: Winch Dimensions
7.Mount the Fairlead centered on the Winch to guide the Rope onto the Winch drum.
8.Install the Fairlead using hardware specified on the specification chart. Tighten fasteners to the following torque values:
Fairlead mounting fasteners 53 – 57 ft-lb
10 in. / 254 mm
Figure B: Fairlead Mounting Dimensions
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Relocating the Control Box (optional)
TO PReVenT SeRiOuS inJuRy FROM eXPLOSiOn Due TO SPARKinG AT THe BATTeRy COnneCTiOn:
unplug the Remote Control Cable and disconnect the Battery Cables before making other wiring connections.
1.Engage the clutch on Winch.
2.Disconnect the vehicle battery cables, negative terminal first.
3.Disconnect the Ground Cable and Small Black Wire from terminal on rear of Winch. Make sure the Small Black Wire that connects to the Control Box is disconnected and hanging freely.
Small
Black
Wire
Ground 
Cable
4.Remove the Terminal Cover by unscrewing two
M4 x 16 Screws holding it in place. Remove the six Motor Terminal Nuts and three Copper Plates. Retain all the hardware.
M4 x 16 |
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Motor |
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5.Remove four M6 x 25 Screws holding the Control
Box in place and gently lift it off of the Winch.
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Control |
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6.Attach the Control Box Baseplate to the Control Box using the four M6 x 25 Screws removed in step 5.
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Baseplate
7.Install the three Extended Copper Screws to the terminal on the motor. Mount the
Terminal Box on the Winch using two M4 x 12 screws. Do not overtighten screws.
extended Copper 
Screw 
M4 x 12
Screw
Terminal
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8.Connect three Power Cables (Control Box Relocation Kit) to the Extended Copper Screws on motor terminal using three of the Motor Terminal Nuts removed in step 4.
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Terminal
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Power
9.Install the Terminal Box Cover on the Terminal
Box using three M4.8 x16 Self-Tapping
Screws. Do not overtighten screws.
M4.8 x 16
Screw
Terminal 
Box Cover
Terminal
Box
10.Connect three Power Cables (control box relocation kit) to the Control Box using remaining three Motor Terminal Nuts removed in step 4.
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11.Use the Small Black Wire Connector and Small Black Wire Extension to lengthen the Small Black Wire from the Control Box.
Reconnect the Ground Cable and Small Black Wire to the backside of the Winch motor.
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Wire extension |
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Ground |
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12. Install the four decorative M6 x12 |
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Place the Control Box on a solid mounting |
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Winch to allow the cables to be routed properly. |
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Verify that the installation surface has no |
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Secure the Control Box assembly in place |
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Wiring
TO PReVenT SeRiOuS inJuRy FROM eXPLOSiOn Due TO SPARKinG AT THe BATTeRy COnneCTiOn:
unplug the Remote Control Cable and disconnect the Battery Cables before making other wiring connections.
TO PReVenT SeRiOuS inJuRy FROM LeAKinG BATTeRy ACiD: Do not use a dirty, corroded or leaking battery.
Only use a 12 V automotive (or equivalent) battery, in good condition.
1.Plan a route for the wiring from the point of the vehicle where the Winch will be mounted, or used, to the battery. This route must be secure, out of the way of moving parts, road debris, or any possibility of being damaged by operation or maintenance of the vehicle. For example, you may wish to route the wires under the vehicle, attaching it to the frame using suitable fasteners.
WARninG! Do not attach the wires to the exhaust system, drive shaft, emergency brake cable, fuel line, or any other components which may create damage to the wiring through heat or motion, or create a fire hazard.
2.If you drill through the bumper or any part of the body to route the wires, be sure
to install a rubber grommet in the hole to prevent fraying of the wires at that point.
3.Route the Cables from the Winch to the battery, following the precautions discussed above. Refer to Figure C.
6.Attach the red Battery Cable from the Winch to the remaining terminal on the Disconnect Switch.
7.Attach the black Ground Cable and the Small Black Wire to the terminal at the rear of the Winch.
8.Attach the black Ground Cable from the Winch directly to the negative terminal of the battery.
9.Lift the Socket Cover exposing the Remote Control socket and Wireless Receiver Switch. Connect the Remote Control Cable to the socket and the Remote for wired remote control. For wireless control do not use the Remote Control Cable and turn on the Wireless Receiver Switch. Refer to
Remote Control Instructions on page 12.
10.Turn on the Disconnect Switch and operate the remote controls briefly to test Winch function and drum rotation direction. If operation is reversed, the Battery Cables may be connected backwards. Correct any such issue before use.
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Figure C: Wiring Connections |
Figure D: Remote Controls |
4. Attach the 12" 2AWG Disconnect Switch Cable |
11. Disconnect and turn off the Remote |
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to the positive terminal on the battery. |
Control when not in use. |
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5. Attach the 12" 2AWG Cable from the battery |
12. Turn off the Disconnect Switch when the |
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Winch is not in use or when the vehicle |
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Disconnect Switch
WARninG! Off-highway driving subjects the vehicle and wiring to much higher vibrations than on-highway driving which can cause a breakdown of wiring insulation over time. Use the high current Disconnect Switch included with this Winch to turn OFF the power to the Winch when it is not in use to help reduce the risk of a short circuit.
1. To use the Winch, use the Disconnect Switch |
2. When the Winch is not in use, turn the |
to turn the power to the Winch ON. |
Disconnect Switch OFF to reduce the risk of |
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Preparing the Synthetic Rope
The Synthetic Rope must be properly coiled under tension to be able to support a load without damage.
1.Find a suitable location where the Rope can be spooled onto the Winch while anchored to a solid object. Approximately 70 feet will be required. Alternately, a snatch block (sold separately) may be used to reduce the distance to 35 feet.
2.Move the Clutch Handle to the Freespool position and uncoil the Synthetic Rope until
5 wraps remain on the drum. Move the Clutch Handle back to the Engaged position.
3.Slowly and carefully move the vehicle in reverse to remove slack from the line.
4.Place the vehicle in neutral. Spool the Synthetic Rope back into the Winch while gently applying the brakes. If the ground is flat, shallow
mud or dirt, the brakes can be fully applied. Pavement can generate much higher loads, in which case only light braking is needed.
5.Use a second person to monitor the rope spooling evenly onto the drum.
6.The last layer of Rope can be put on without tension.
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Remote Control instructions
Wired Operation
1. To use the Remote Control in a wired |
3. With the Clutch Handle in the Engaged |
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to retract the Synthetic Rope — the red |
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indicator light will flash during winding. |
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2.The blue indicator light will come on indicating the Remote Control is ready for use.
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4.Press OUT on the Rocker Switch to extend the Synthetic Rope out.
1.For wireless Remote Control operation, turn on the Wireless Receiver Switch on the Control Box.
Wireless Receiver
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Control
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3.With the Clutch Handle in the Engaged position, press IN on the Rocker Switch to retract the Synthetic Rope — the red indicator light will flash during winding.
4.Press OUT on the Rocker Switch to extend the Synthetic Rope out.
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2.Press and hold the ON/OFF Switch on the Remote for approximately 2 seconds until the red indicator light comes on, indicating the Remote Control is ready for use.
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5.To turn off the Remote Control, press and hold the ON/OFF Switch until the red indicator light goes out, approximately 2 seconds.
Turn off the Wireless Receiver Switch.
note: The Remote Control will automatically shut itself off after 2 minutes of inactivity to save the battery.
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