General Safety Precautions - Warn 90288 Guide D'installation Et Operateur

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!
WAR NING
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.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

W ARNING
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.
WAR NI NG
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.
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