Chicago Electric 91780 User Manual 2
5,500 LB. WINCH WITH5,500 LB. WINCH WITH
5,500 LB. WINCH WITH
5,500 LB. WINCH WITH5,500 LB. WINCH WITH
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ROLLER FAIRLEAD
ROLLER FAIRLEADROLLER FAIRLEAD
91780
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
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Specifications
Maximum Line Pull 5,500 Lbs.
Motor 12V, 3.4 Hp Magnetic Motor
Drum Size 2.64” Dia. x 4.49”
Cable
Winch Dimensions 17.7” x 6” x 6.8”
Weight 58 Lbs.
Mounting Pattern 6.5” x 4.5”
1
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Save This Manual
You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions,
operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this
manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and
invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
General Safety Warnings and Precautions
WARNING: When using tool, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
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Read all instructions before using this tool!
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
2. Observe work area conditions. Keep work area well lighted. Do not use electrically
powered tools in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.
3. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let them
handle machines, tools, or extension cords.
4. Store idle equipment. When not in use, disconnect the Winch and keep children away
from it.
5. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the
work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this tool was
designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do
not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving
parts. Protective, electrically nonconductive clothes and nonskid footwear are recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
REV 05/05
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7. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or
across the Winch cable.
8. Maintain tools with care. Keep the Winch clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect cords and cables
periodically, and if damaged, have them repaired by an authorized technician.
9. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate the Winch
when you are tired.
10. Check for damaged parts. Before using the Winch, any part that appears damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or
mounting fixtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician. Do not
use the Winch if any switch does not turn On and Off properly.
11. Replacement parts and accessories. When this unit is serviced by a qualified techni-
cian, only identical replacement parts should be used. Use of any other parts will void
the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories
are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
12. Do not operate Winch if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning
labels if taking prescription medicine to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the Winch.
13. Maintenance. For your safety, service and repairs should be performed regularly by a
qualified technician. This unit should receive regular maintenance.
14. Pacemaker safety warning. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s)
before using this product. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker.
Note: Performance of this tool may vary depending on variations in battery power.
Specific Winch Warnings and Precautions
1. Keeps hands and body away from Fairlead (cable intake slot) and operating gears when
operating the Winch and when the Winch is supporting a load.
2. Secure vehicle in position with the emergency brake and wheel blocks before using
winch. Never keep the vehicle in Park or in gear while using the Winch.
3. Do not exceed winch Rated Line Pull Capacity (5,500 Lbs.).
4. Be certain winch is properly bolted to a structure (or vehicle) that can hold the Winch and
the load supported by the Winch.
5. Always use proper couplings when connecting winch cable hook to load.
6. Do not lift items vertically. The winch was designed for horizontal pulling use only.
7. Never leave the Winch unattended when it is under a load.
8. Do not use inappropriate attachments to extend the length of the winch cable.
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Winch Warnings and Precautions (continued)
9. Never pull people or pull loads over people. Do not lift people or animals; as noted in
Specific Warning
10. Never come in between the winch and the load when operating.
11. Examine Winch before using. Components may be affected by exposure to chemicals,
salts, and rust. Do not use the Winch if even minor structural cracks, bends, a frayed
cable, or any other condition that may affect safe operation are noted.
12. Do not apply winch to load when cable is fully extended. Never fully extend cable while
under load. Keep 4 complete turns of cable around the winch drum.
13. When loading a boat into a trailer without keel or side hull rollers, make sure the trailer is
submerged in the water (but not the Winch) when the boat is loaded by the winch.
Attempting to drag the boat on to the trailer while on land can cause winch failure and
possible injury.
14. Never operate winch if cable shows any signs of weakening, or is knotted or kinked.
15. Winch does not have a locking mechanism. After moving an item with the winch, secure
the item. Do not rely on the winch to hold it for an extended period.
16. Do not cross over or under cable under load.
6, this Winch should not be used for lifting whatsoever.
17. Do not move vehicle with cable extended and attached to load to pull it. The cable could
snap.
18. Use leather gloves while handling cable. Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles
during setup, use, and maintenance.
19. Re-spool cable properly in a smooth pattern as shown in the photo on the next page.
20. Not to be used for aircraft purposes.
21. Make sure to read and understand all instructions and safety precautions as outlined in
the manufacturer’s manual for the object you will winch. Make sure you attach the Cable
Assembly (36) to the manufacturer’s recommended pulling point.
22. Make sure to read and understand all instructions and safety precautions as outlined in
the manufacturer’s manual for the vehicle/trailer to which the Winch will be attached.
23. Use extreme caution when applying or releasing a load. Never allow the load to suddenly release. Carefully and slowly, apply and release the load.
24. This Winch is designed for mounting on square or rectangular surfaces. Never attempt
to mount the Winch on a round surface.
25. Do not replace the Steel Cable with ropes or fiberglass straps. This Winch is only designed to work with the 1/4” Steel Cable provided. Replacement cables for this winch
should only be ordered through Harbor Freight Tools as parts for this item.
Warning: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction 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.
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