Mile marker PE5000 Operator’s Manua

Installation & Operator’s

Manual

PE5000

5,000 lbs.

2121 BLOUNT ROAD
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069 USA

800.886.8647
MILEMARKER.COM
[e-mail]

77-50120W (STEEL CABLE)
77-53120W (SYNTHETIC ROPE)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Warnings .........................................2

Precautions ................................................3

Getting Started ..........................................4

Wiring Instructions ....................................5

Winch Operation ........................................6

Winching Tips & Techniques ......................7

Winch Maintenance .................................10

Troubleshooting .......................................11

Parts Breakdown and Assembly ..............12

Warranty ..................................................14

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SAFETY WARNINGS

READ INSTRUCTIONS

LEARN TO USE YOUR MILE MARKER WINCH: After winch has been installed, take some time and practice using it so you will be

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ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES

ALWAYS USE WINCH

STRAP

PINCH HAZARD

KEEP FINGERS AWAY

DO NOT USE WINCH TO

TRANSPORT PEOPLE

DO NOT USE WINCH TO

HOIST

familiar with ALL OPERATIONS. Periodically check the winch installation to ensure that all bolts are tight. To ensure proper
operation, carefully inspect for any damaged parts before operating the winch.
KEEP WINCHING AREA CLEAR: Do not allow people to remain in the area during winching operations. Do not step over a taut steel

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cable/synthetic rope or allow anyone else to do so. Due to the possibility of steel cable/synthetic rope failure stand clear of any
possible pathway. A snapped steel cable/synthetic rope could cause winch failure, injury or death. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not reach over or across the winch and/or pulling steel cable/synthetic rope while the winch is in
operation.
INSPECT STEEL CABLE/SYNTHETIC ROPE AND EQUIPMENT FREQUENTLY: The steel cable/synthetic rope should be

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inspected for damage that could reduce it’s breaking strength. A frayed steel cable/synthetic rope with broken strands should be
replaced immediately. Always replace the steel cable/synthetic rope with a steel cable/synthetic rope that is rated to
sustain the load that the winch is capable of pulling. Any substitute must be IDENTICAL in strength, quality, lay and stranding to
the Mile Marker steel cable/synthetic rope originally supplied.
WORKING AREA CONDITIONS: Keep the working area well lit. Do not use this winch in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.

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KEEP CHILDREN AWAY: Keep children away from working area. Never let children operate the winch.

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DRESS PROPERLY: Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts. Protective, electrically non

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conductive clothes and non skid footwear is the only type of clothing you should be using when operating the winch. Wear
restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
USE HEAVY GLOVES: When handling or rewinding steel cable/synthetic rope always use hand protection to eliminate the

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possibility of cuts caused by burrs & slivers from broken strands.
DRUM: Always make sure that there are at least 5 complete turns of steel cable/synthetic rope left on the drum before winching.

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KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS CLEAR OF STEEL CABLE/SYNTHETIC ROPE AND HOOK WHEN OPERATING WINCH: Do not put your

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finger through the hook when reeling in the last few feet. If your finger should become trapped in the hook, you could lose your
finger. Do not guide a steel cable/synthetic rope under tension onto the drum with your hand.
DO NOT HOOK THE STEEL CABLE/SYNTHETIC ROPE BACK ONTO ITSELF: Hooking the steel cable/synthetic rope back onto itself

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creates an excessive strain that could break individual strands; this, weakens the entire steel cable/synthetic rope.
KEEP PULLING DURATIONS AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE: The winch is designed for intermittent use and cannot be used in

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constant duty applications. Do not pull more than one minute at or near rated load. If the motor becomes too hot to touch, stop
and let it cool off for a few minutes. If the motor stalls, cut off the power immediately.
DO NOT OVERLOAD: For your safety and efficient performance, always use this winch at or under its rated capacity for your safety

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and for better performance. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed its rated capacity.
AVOID CONTINUOUS PULLS FROM EXTREME ANGLES: This will cause the steel cable/synthetic rope to pile up at one end of the

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drum. The steel cable/synthetic rope should be as straight as possible to the direction of the object.
DO NOT OPERATE THE WINCH WITHOUT THE FAIRLEAD FITTED: Operator injury or winch damage can result if a fairlead is not installed.

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STAY ALERT: Watch what you are doing. Use your common sense. Do not use this winch when you are tired, stressed or WHEN UNDER

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THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR MEDICATION.
DISCONNECT SWITCH: Unplug switch when not in use.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS & ACCESSORIES: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Usage of any other parts will void the

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warranty. Approved accessories are available from your local distributor.
DO NOT force clutch. Rotate drum to align gears for freespool.

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PRECAUTIONS

Keeps hands and body away from fairlead (steel cable/synthetic rope intake slot) when operating.

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Secure vehicle in position before using winch.

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Do not exceed winch load weight capacity.

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Be certain winch is properly bolted to a structure (or vehicle) that can hold the winch load.

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Always use proper couplings when connecting winch steel cable/synthetic rope hook to load.

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Do not lift items vertically. The winch was designed for horizontal use only.

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Do not overload the winch. It will do the job better at the load it was intended.

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Do not use inappropriate attachments to extend the length of the steel cable/synthetic rope.

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Do not lift people or hoist loads over people.

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Do not come in between the winch and the load when operating.

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Do not apply load to winch when steel cable/synthetic rope is fully extended. Keep at least 5 full turns of

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steel cable/synthetic rope on the drum.
After moving an item with the winch, secure the item. Do not rely on the winch to hold it for an extended period.

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Examine winch before using. Components may be affected by exposure to everyday weathering, chemicals, salts, and rust.

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Do not fully extend steel cable/synthetic rope while under load. Keep 5 COMPLETE TURNS of steel cable/synthetic rope

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around the winch drum.
When loading a boat into a trailer without reel or side hull rollers, make sure the trailer is submerged in the water when the boat is

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loaded by the winch. Attempting to drag the boat on to the trailer while on land can cause winch failure and possible injury.
Do not operate winch if steel cable/synthetic rope shows any signs of weakening, is knotted or kinked.

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Winch does not have a locking mechanism. Secure load after moving.

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Do not cross over or under the steel cable/synthetic rope while it is in process of loading.

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Do not move vehicle with steel cable/synthetic rope extended and attached to load to pull it. The steel cable/synthetic

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rope could snap.
Apply blocks (such as a wheel choke) to vehicle when parked on an incline.

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Respool steel cable/synthetic rope properly.

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GETTING STARTED

Mounting Options

When installing a winch, your installation may vary from the manual diagrams and instructions included here due to physical vehicle
differences. Always disconnect the battery from the vehicle to before starting installation. If you choose not to use an ATV/UTV mounting kit you
may be required to drill holes in a structural support on the ATV/UTV. Be sure the location will be strong enough to support the rated pulling force

of the winch.

DO NOT DRILL INTO OR NEAR WIRING OR GAS TANK!

Winch Mounting

NOTE:

CAUTION:

Mounting Points that can be used in this installation:
(A) Winch and Mount
(B) Under Seat Control Box Mounting
(C) Handlebar Pendant Mount
(D) Remote Pendant Receiver Location

1. Install the mounting kit or prepare a flat and secure location on the ATV/UTV for the winch. The winch mount kit has it’s own instructions for
the intended ATV/UTV.

2. Position the winch over the mount and check for operation of the clutch lever to frame clearance. Check for tire to winch clearance. If ok,
continue on to the next step.

3. Secure the winch to the mounting bracket or surface chosen with the correct hardware.

Mile Marker recommends the use of its mounting systems for
proper winch installation and optimum winch performance.
However, when not using Mile Marker Mounting System, ensure
that the mounting platform is strong enough to meet the
maximum rated load of the winch in use. Your winch should be
aligned and secured to a solid part of the vehicle (front or rear)
where the full rated load will be evenly distributed.

It is essential that the mounting surface be flat and the
winch is mounted such that the three major sections (gear
housing end, drum and motor end) are in proper alignment.

NOTE:

Make sure the winch mounting bolts and winch hardware has been checked for proper torque. Sometimes it may be necessary to
remove the steel cable/synthetic rope from the winch drum to install the mounting hardware or roller/hawse fairlead. All Mile Marker
Mounting Systems come fairlead ready. If you are using any other mounting platforms, drill two holes for the roller/hawse fairlead
installation. Position the holes such that the fairlead opening hole stretches from the circumference of the drum to the end of the
maximum permissible layers on the drum in the direction steel cable/synthetic rope is being rolled.

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