Warn 90288 Installation And Operator's Manual

FCC and IndustryCanada(IC) Warning:

• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

• The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that industry
Canada technical specifications were met.

• Any changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by WARN
Industries could void the user’s authority to operate this product.

As you read these instructions, you will see WARNINGS,
CAUTIONS, NOTICES and NOTES. Each message has a specific
purpose. WARNINGS are safety messages that indicate
a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided
could result in serious injury or death. CAUTIONS are safety
messages that indicate a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. A CAUTION may also be used to alert against unsafe
practice. CAUTIONS and WARNINGS identify the hazard,
indicate how to avoid hazard, and advise of the probable
consequence of not avoiding the hazard. NOTICES are
messages to avoid property damage. NOTES are additional
information to help you complete a procedure. PLEASE

WORK SAFELY!

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

FALLING OR CRUSHING HAZARD

Failure to observe these instructions could lead to

severe injury or death.

• Never use winch to lift or move persons.

• Never use winch as a hoist or to suspend a load.

• Never operate winch with less than 5 wraps of

rope around the drum. Rope could come loose
from the drum, as the rope attachment to the
drum is not designed to hold a load.

MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD

Failure to observe these instructions could lead to

severe injury or death.

To avoid injury to hands or fingers.

• Always keep hands clear of rope, hook loop,

hook and fairlead opening during installation,
operation, and when spooling
in or out.

• Always use extreme caution when handling hook

and rope during spooling
operations.

• Always use supplied hook strap whenever

spooling rope in or out, during
installation and during operation.

• Always keep vehicle in sight during winching

operation.

• Always wear heavy leather gloves when

handling rope.

CHEMICAL AND FIRE HAZARD

Failure to observe these instructions could lead to

severe injury or death.

• Always remove jewelry and wear eye

protection.

• Never lean over battery while making

connections.

• Always verify area is clear of fuel lines, fuel tank,

brake lines, electrical wires, etc. when drilling.

• Never route electrical cables:

- Across any sharp edges.

- Through or near moving parts.

- Near parts that become hot.

• Always insulate and protect all exposed wiring

and electrical terminals.

• Always install terminal boots as directed

in installation instructions.

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NSTALLATION AND OPERATOR’S GUIDE

CAUTION CAUTION

MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD

Failure to observe these instructions could lead to

minor or moderate injury.

General Safety:

• Always Know Your Winch. Take time to fully read the

Installation and Operations Guide, and Basic Guide
to Winching Techniques, in order to understand
your winch and its operation.

• Never operate this winch if you are under

16 years of age.

• Never operate this winch when under the

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

• Never exceed winch or rope capacity listed on

product data sheet. Double line using a snatch block
to reduce winch load.

• Never use winch or rope for towing.

Installation Safety:

• Always choose a mounting location that is

sufficiently strong to withstand the maximum
pulling capacity of your winch.

• Always use factory approved mounting hardware,

components, and accessories.

• Always use grade 5 (grade 8.8 metric) or better

hardware.

• Never weld mounting bolts.

• Always use care when using longer bolts than those

supplied from factory. Bolts that are too long can
damage the base and/or prevent the winch from
being mounted securely.

• 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 documentation. This is required
for the automatic brake (if so equiped) to function
properly.

• Always prestretch rope and respool under load

before use. Tightly wound rope reduces chances of
“binding”, which can damage the rope.

MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD

Failure to observe these instructions could lead to

minor or moderate injury.

Winching Safety:

• 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 wired 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 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 a winch to secure a load.

CAUTIONCAUTION

NOTICE

CAUTION

MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD

Failure to observe these instructions could lead to

minor or moderate injury.

Winching Safety:

• Always keep wired remote control lead clear of the

drum, rope, and rigging. Inspect for cracks, pinches,
frayed wires or loose connections. Replace remote
control if damaged.

• Always pass wired remote control through a

window to avoid pinching lead in door, when using
remote inside a vehicle.

• Never leave remote control where it can be activated

during free spooling, rigging, or when the winch is
not being used.

• Always require operators and bystanders to be aware

of vehicle and or load.

CUT AND BURN HAZARD

Failure to observe these instructions could lead to

minor or moderate injury.

To avoid injury to hands or fingers:

• Always wear heavy leather gloves when

handling a rope.

• Never let rope slip through your

hands.

• Always be aware of possible hot surface at winch

motor, drum or rope during or after winch use.

MOVING PARTS ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD

Failure to observe these instructions could lead to

minor or moderate injury.

• Always use a hook with a latch.

• Always ensure hook latch is closed and not

supporting load.

• Never apply load to hook tip or latch. Apply load only

to the center of hook.

• Never use a hook whose throat opening has

increased, or whose tip is bent or twisted.

AVOID WINCH AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

• Always avoid side pulls which can pile up rope at one

end of the drum. This can damage rope or winch.

• Always ensure the clutch is fully engaged or

disengaged.

• Never use winch to tow other vehicles or objects.

Shock loads can momentarily exceed capacity of
rope and winch.

• Always avoid “powering out” rope for extended

distances. This causes excess heat and wear on the
winch motor and brake.

• Always use care to not damage the vehicle frame

when anchoring to a vehicle during a winching
operation.

• Never “jog” rope under load. Shock loads can

momentarily exceed capacity of rope and winch.

• Never use winch to secure a load during

transport.

• Never submerge winch in water.

• Always store the remote control in a protected,

clean, dry area.

• Always double line or pick distant anchor point when

rigging. This maximizes pulling power and avoids
overloading the winch.