To winch your vehicle, make sure of the following:
  • The intended anchor point is secure. The anchor point must be strong enough to hold the weight of your vehicle when winching.
  • The intended anchor point allows you to pull your vehicle straight ahead.
  • The intended anchor point is as far away as possible, within the 100 ft (30 m) rope length. This allows the greatest pulling power for the winch.
  • The winch rope is in good condition and free of visible cuts, tear or damage.
  • Use a damper device such as a tarp, heavy blanket or piece of carpet, and place it over the winch rope to help absorb the energy in the event the winch rope breaks.
  • Bystanders are to the sides of the vehicle, at a distance of at least twice the length of the winch rope.

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