Smittybilt 2727 User Manual

Installation Instructions

Part # 2727

(Universal)

Ground Anchor

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Step 1: The Ground Anchor has 3 settings depending on its need to fit for use in soil, sand and very loose

sand. (See Fig 1) The ground Anchor will work on its own, however it will achieve greater
performance with another person standing behind the anchor holding the handle to make sure the
anchor will be pulled into the soil at the correct angel.

NOTE: Carefully read entire instructions and product information thoroughly before
attempting to install/use this part. Use caution when using this product.

Rated Load capacity 10,000 LB, Max Load Capacity 12,000LB

Hand
Operated
Hoist

(Fig 1)

Note: A tire or other round object is recommend to use to eliminate damage to your winch cable

from it contacting the ground surface.

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Installation Instructions

Part # 2727

(Universal)

Ground Anchor

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Step 2: When attaching a winch cable to the bow shackle of the Ground anchor make sure your cable
winch hook is of standard size. Do not use an over size hook, as this will restrict the shank
from penetrating the sand or soil. If you do have a large hook, you can remove the hook and attach

Step 3: Whenever heavy winching is necessary, set the Ground anchor as far away from your vehicle as

possible, this does two things, one, it allows the Ground anchor to go deeper ,two, your winch
has more power to cope with the load, when using a tire for or a double purchase block, a four
meter sling must be fitted between the Ground anchor or the purchase block for safety reasons.

Step 4: When using a tire for it is not possible to retrieve the Ground anchor as you would with a power
winch. Before winching the Ground anchor when using a tire for, fit a rope sling to the ring
provided on the fluke nut and the other end of the handle. When winching is completed

either slide the Ground Anchor out rearward by pulling on the rope or simply fit the loose end of
the sling over your tow bar and drive forward. After the ground anchor is used, clean the soil or
sand on the anchor thoroughly, otherwise it would invite rust or the anchor's performance will be
influenced in the following use.

NOTE: Inconsistent soil such as leaves and grass may not allow the Ground anchor to give you the
holding power you require, if this happens, continue to winch the Ground anchor for approx,

two and a half meters, this cleans away over burden and top soils. Remove and reset the Ground
at the beginning of the first pull, this will allow the Ground anchor to continue it's decent
until the holding power you require is achieved. IMPORTANT NOTICE: We accept no
responsibility for any damage or injury incurred from using winching equipment .Any type
of winching and/or rescue work can involve risks. Any actions involving winching and/or rescue
are undertaken at your own risk.

The performance of ground anchors, the safety factor of using the ground anchor and the success
rate that one has of recovering there vehicle in a bog situation is marginally due to the ability of
the user understanding hot to correctly deploy the ground anchor for maximum performance.

For Technical Support/Warranty Information please call 310-762-9944

Smittybilt, 400 West Artesia Blvd, Compton, CA 90220