Polaris Sportsman ATV Winch
Choose a Solid Structural Mounting Point
Always choose a mounting location that is strong enough to withstand the load you will be pulling with the electric winch. Installing the winch on an insufficient structural support may cause major damage to the vehicle and winch.
Install the Winch Correctly for Your Vehicle Model
Install the winch with the proper orientation as stated by the manufacturer for your vehicle model. Installing a winch or part of the winch backwards, upside down, or in any other incorrect way will cause the winch to operate incorrectly or not operate at all. Mount the winch before connecting the wiring.
Install the Winch Cable in the Underwound Position
The winch cable must spool onto the drum in the underwound position. The winch is designed to spool in and out in one direction only. Reversing the direction of the cable as it spools onto the drum may damage the winch. If your winch is equipped with an automatic brake, the underwound position is required for the brake to work correctly.
Keep Tension on the Cable to Install
Spool the winch cable onto the drum with adequate tension on the cable. A tightly wound cable is less likely to work its way down into the inner layers of rope. Without any tension, the cable will spool loosely and can easily tangle or be damaged.
Note: For more detailed instructions, see the model-specific winch installation instructions from ProMark Offroad (formerly Gorilla Winches) or contact your winch manufacturer.
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