TRAC T10124-28-29 User Manual 091010
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1. TRAC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TRAILER WINCHES For Trailer Winch Models T10124 C Day Runner T10128 C Lite Cruiser cable T10129 S Lite Cruiser strap If you have any questions or difficulty installing First READ THIS MANUAL If you still need help call us from 8 am to 4 pm central time Monday Friday 615 309 8123 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TRAILER WINCHES Trailer winches are used for launching and loading boats on trailers Please read and save these instructions Read carefully before attempting to install operate or maintain the winch Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and or property damage UNPACKING When unpacking inspect for any damage that may have occurred during transit Make sure any loose bolts nuts etc are tightened before putting unit into service SPECIFICATIONS Various load conditions will affect winch performance The line pull required for a specialized application depends on the weight of the load condition of the trailer and the incline of the loading ramp The chart below is a guideline only Mode Name Suggested Boat Length up to 20 up to 24 Rolling Boat Weight 7000 Ibs 9900 Ibs Line Speed 6 FPM 6 FPM Pulling Capacity 2500 Ibs 3500 Ibs Remote Control on 9 Cord Yes Yes Wireless Remote Control Yes Yas Power Requirement 12V 12W 12V2. Wiring Hamess Included Included Induded Cable Length 20 Strap Automatic Resetting Circuit Breaker Yes Light Yes Installation Hardware Included Induded Included Included Limited Warranty 2 year 2 year 2 year 2 year Unit Weight 16 Ibs 17 lbs 24 Ibs 23 Ibs Winch Dimensions Lx Wx H 6 25 K 9 N 6 75 25 x 9 6 75 9 5 x9 5 x8 9 5 6e 9 5 NB Master Carton Quantity 2 2 2 2 Master Carton Weight 35 pounds 35 pounds 48 pounds 47 pounds Master Carton Dimensions LxWxH 2012 59 20K 12 509 21 14410 5 21414 10 5 Model Number T10121 C T10124 T10128 C T10729 5 UPC 6 66996 101215 666996 1017246 666996 10128 4 6 66996 101291 GENERAL SAF ETY IN FORMATION Throughout this manual potential safety hazards will be noted with the following terms Please read and understand these terms before operating the product A DANGER A CAUTION Danger means a hazard that WILL Warning means a hazard that COULD Caution means a hazard that MAY cause cause death or serious injury if the cause death or serious injury if the minor or moderate injury if the warning warning is ignored warning is ignored is ignored It may also mean hazard that will only cause damage to property OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TRAILER WINCHES The Following Safety Precautions Must Be followed At All Times NOTE Note means any additional information pertaining to the product or its proper usage The following safety precautions must be f
3. 10 seconds and release Programming is complete 6 Re attach power cord WIRELESS REMOTE BATTERY REPLACEMENT 1 Remove the screw located on the back 2 Separate the two halves of the transmitter locate the battery and remove 3 Replace battery with same type Polarity is very important make sure to place the negative end of the battery against the coil spring when replacing the battery TRAILER WINCHES WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS CABLE IN BUTTON lt 40 feet IMPORTANT Use extreme caution when using this winch Keep the remote dry The battery may need to be replaced to In the event that the remote is lost or broken another one can be obtained ensure best performance from TRAC for a nominal fee The transmitter remote and receiver in the Trailer Winch comply with the FCC Part 15 Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference Il This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation RECOMMENDED OPERATING PROCEDURES 1 Always be sure the remote is operating with no obstructions between the remote and the winch the signal may be blocked 2 The remote performs best when it is within a 40 foot radius of the winch Depending on the operating environment it is possible for the remote to perform well at a greater distance 3 The winch receives a stronger signal when the remote is oper
4. Male trolling motor plug Power cord from winch included OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WIRED REMOTE Winch comes with a Wired remote control hand held remote with 9 cord that plugs into the side of the winch Wireless Remote Control Programmed at factory This trailer winch is equipped to operate with a wireless remote control Every wireless remote and winch are already programmed to communicate with each other This is done at the factory but you can also refer to the following instructions for a description of the remote functions and programming If the wireless remote has a low battery or is lost the wired remote may be used to release or retrieve the boat If the remote battery is replaced or a new remote is used it can be programmed using the following instructions PROGRAMMING THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL Wireless remote is preprogrammed at the factory to your winch A new remote would need to be programmed To program the transmitter to the receiver 1 Attach the battery power cord to the battery but do not plug power cord into winch 2 Plug the wired controller into the winch 3 Grasp the wired controller and while holding the light ON button plug the power cord into winch Continue to hold light ON button for a second release 4 Press and hold any button on the wireless remote Do not release the button 4 Remove power cord from winch 5 Continue to hold wireless remote button for
5. Transmitter will not operate winch but manual override switch will Light will not turn on Frequently Asked Questions e Can use the trailer light plug on the back of my vehicle 1 2 Clutch lining worn or dirty 1 Transmitter was not programmed properly to the receiver 2 Battery in transmitter is low or dead 3 The transmitter is outside of its recommended operating radius 4 The transmitter is not properly oriented to the winch 5 Transmitter or receiver is bad 1 Winch is not connected to 12 volt battery 2 Bulb is burned out 3 Bulb is loose in the retaining clips or there is a loose connection winch draws from the battery e Can I connect to the new style electrical outlet on my vehicle which has a 30amp circuit cases this works well e Why don t you include the vehicle wiring 1 Program or reprogram wireless remote according to the instruction manual 2 Replace the battery 3 Getcloser to the winch recommended operating range is 10 15 feet from center of the winch 4 Position the remote above the level of the winch 5 Contact service center to replace wireless remote 1 Wire winch to 12 volt battery using the supplied wiring harness 2 Replace bulb with new one 3 Attached bulb so that it is secure within the bulb socket A No it is not design to handle the high current the A Yes in most We do not have wiring instructions for this A We trying to k
6. 5 Replace wing nut and tighten Manual Crank Handle OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TRAILER WINCHES Maintenance LUBRICATION The cable should be lubricated a minimum of once a year with a Wire Rope Spray WD40 or a similar product Spray the shaft and the cable as the cable is being wound You may remove the cover and lubricate the gears once a year with marine grease Be careful not to get grease on the clutch lining Before removing the housings slice the printed label down the middle with a utility knife CABLE REPLACEMENT DANGER RR ways unplug the wiring harness to prevent accidental starting before attempting to install service or perform any maintenance To replace the cable follow the outlined procedures Use an exact replacement TRAC cable The winch rating and cable strength are carefully matched 1 Unplug the power cord Loosen the clutch knob and free spool the cable out 2 It is not necessary to remove the cover in order to replace the cable however removing the cover does create more access to the drum shaft and make the installation easier 3 Remove the set screw on the cable spool and remove cable 4 Insert the new cable into the drum shaft hole and replace set screw and tighten Cable ye Fastener 5 Reassemble the cover halves back onto the winch if they were removed during the cable installation process 6 Power in the cable with a light load to help wind the cable straight and tight
7. anty is provided by TRAC Outdoor Products Co TRAC to the original consumer purchaser purchaser of the new not refurbished TRAC Trailer Winch This limited warranty is not transferable to any other party TRAC will at it option repair replace any part of the TRAC Trailer Winch which may be found by TRAC to be defective within two 2 years of original purchase TRAC does not pay for the shipping cost from original purchaser to TRAC You will have to ship the items to us for repair or replacement For warranty repair or replacement the purchaser will provide dated proof of purchase sales receipt and promptly notify TRAC of the request for warranty action The purchaser will notify TRAC by email at info TRAC Outdoor com or by calling 615 309 8123 for warranty action Purchasers will be provided a Return Goods Authorization RGA to include with return for warranty work which will be shipped at the purchaser s expense to the address provided The purchaser must use reasonable care in maintenance and operation of the product in accordance with this manual Failure to follow the instructions in the manual will void the warranty This warranty covers defects in material or workmanship of the TRAC Trailer Winch only This warranty does not cover failure that results from misuse improper installation accident abuse neglect modification or improper maintenance There are no other express or implied warranties Any damage to watercraft or trailer resulting f
8. ated on one of the two sides of the winch There exists a greater chance of the signal being interrupted if the remote is used in front of the winch Never stand between the winch and the boat OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Winch Operation UNLOADING To unload the boat follow these procedures Clear the area around and behind the boat of people animals and obstructing objects before loading or unloading or personal injury could occur 1 If it is not already attached attach winch cable hook to the bow eye on the boat Always stand clear of the area behind the boat and between the winch and boat if the cable breaks of the winch controls the free spool function and is Serious injury could occur The clutch control knob on the side sometimes used to unload the boat or to pull cable out of the winch 2 To free spool and let cable out loosen the wing nut and turn the clutch knob counterclockwise to release the clutch and allow the cable to free wheel out 3 Allow the boat to slide off the trailer a slight push may be necessary to start the boat down the trailer If needed turn the clutch knob clockwise to use the brake to slow the boat at launch 4 When the boat is in the water release the winch cable hook from the bow eye Be sure to keep constant pressure on the cable when rewinding the cable with no load A loose cable may rewind improperly and damage the level wind plate Secure the cable hook to preven
9. eep winch cost low and not everyone uses it e Can I place a strap on my cable winch A No the spool is too wide and there is no good way to attach the strap toacable drum The Day Runner winch has a smaller housing and only holds about 12 feet of strap We do make the Lite Cruiser with strap Item T10129 e Why do you recommend a trolling motor plug and socket for vehicle wiring offer our own plug and socket The trolling motor plug and sockets are designed to handle the high current of a trolling motor and also an electric winch and they are somewhat water resistant e What size wire should I use A Use 10 AWG gauge wire or larger e How much current AMPS does my winch use A or flat bunks on trailer angle of boat ramps etc e Should grease the gears A The gears are lubricated at the factory with a special grease that reduces noice It depends on the weight or your boat if you have roller The rough range is 20 to 28 amps You will not need to grease for couple seasons but you can grease the gears as often as you like e Should it be thisloud A it s an electric winch with steel gears and normally has gear noise It s normal e Can winch the boat in manually if don t have electric power A Yes the manual crank comes with the winch and can be used to winch the boat onto the trailer A Asif this printing we do not OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TRAILER WINCHES Limited Warranty This limited warr
10. ible injury could occur 11 Do not attempt to pull a load greater than the rated load of the winch 12 Do not use the winch to solely hold or support the boat When the boat is on the trailer secure the boat with tie downs Always use tie down straps to hold the boat to the trailer Damage could occur to the winch or the boat if boat to trailer tie down straps are not used 13 Never wrap the winch cable around the load Use suitable chain to prevent the cable from kinking or fraying 14 Always wear leather gloves when handling the cable Steel cable can cause hand injuries A CAUTION After using the winch always disconnect the power cord from the socket to avoid moisture collection in the socket and prevent the possibility of short circuiting 15 Do not operate the winch under the influence of drugs alcohol or other medication Do not use the winch to solely secure boat to trailer during transit Use separate tie down straps to secure the boat to the trailer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Winch Installation Install the electric winch in the same location as the existing hand winch Remove the hand winch from the winch stand Install the electric winch unit using three 3 3 8 Grade 5 machine bolts nuts and washers included If the winch stand does not have three holes you may have to drill two holes for the two bolts which are located at the rear end end that has a printed label Locate the three mounting bol
11. igure below and follow the outlined procedures 1 Attach circuit breaker to positive battery post A CAUTION Never attach circuit breaker to battery negative 2 Run positive wire not included through or under the vehicle to from the battery to the rear of the vehicle Attach at suitable intervals to the vehicle frame Use nylon wire ties not supplied to secure the wire to the vehicle frame about every 12 inches Avoid sharp edges or places where the wire might rub 3 Attach negative wire ground wire to the vehicle frame using a bolt and lock nut Before attaching the ground wire clean the metal with wire brush or Sandpaper Asan option the negative wire can be run along with positive wire to battery negative terminal 4 At rear of vehicle install a suitable 12v socket such as used for a trolling motor Install the socket at rear of the vehicle and plug at end of the winch battery cable Optional Wiring An auxiliary battery may be used and can be installed on the trailer or secured in the bed of a truck If auxiliary battery is used it should be a Marine battery Batteries not designed for deep discharge deep cycle may not provide current required VEHICLE INSTALLATION KIT IS NOT INCLUDED WIRE SOCKET AND PLUG ARE NOT INCLUDED Use 10 gauge wire or larger 12V BATTERY 127v Socket not included can be installed atrear of vehicle A trolling motor plug an socket will work well to Vehicle Frame
12. ollowed at all times 1 Read all manuals included with this product carefully Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use the winch Always unplug the wiring harness to prevent accidental starting before attempting to install service relocate or perform maintenance 2 Never use the winch to lift or move people or animals 3 Stand away from the winch when in use and keep children away from winch area at all times Always stand clear of the area behind and between the load or anchor point and the winch Serious injury could occur if the cable breaks 4 Always keep hands clear of cable spool drum area 5 Do not wear loose fitting clothing scarves or neck ties Loose clothing may become caught in moving parts and result in serious personal injury 6 Never use the winch for overhead lifting 7 Always wire the winch with circuit breakers Failure to use the breakers could cause overheating thus creating a potential fire hazard or motor damage A DANGER Always leave a minimum of five wraps of cable on the drum at the bottom layer to achieve a rated load 8 Inspect the cable for weak or worn condition or kinking short tight twist or curl before each use 9 When replacing the cable always use a Trailer winch cable with the rating and cable strength 10 Never substitute rope for cable Poss
13. onto the drum COURTESY LIGHT OPERATION The trailer winches come equipped with a 12 volt Courtesy light The light can be used when the winch is The winch must be wired to a There is a push button switch located on the wired and wireless Push the running or when it is idle 12 volt battery in order for the light to function controls of the winch that activates the light Q to turn it off button turn light on and press the AWARNING To prevent damage to light do not operate light for longer than 20 minutes LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 1 Remove the two screws that hold the Lens against the winch cover 2 Remove the lens 3 Remove the bulb 4 Replace with new light bulb and reinstall lens The light bulb is a 5W halogen bulb melt the housing and void warranty Higher wattage may Halogen bulb OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Troubleshooting Guide Winch does not operate Load slips under retrieval 1 Disconnected power wire 2 Disconnected control wire 3 Damaged Circuit Breaker Clutch knob not fully tightened TRAILER WINCHES Corrective Action 1 Start by checking the wiring at the battery Bypass the circuit breaker and test the winch If the winch operates replace the circuit breaker 2 Check wiring insulation for worn or bare spots that may be causing a short 3 Check all connections for tightness 1 Tighten clutch knob 2 Replace clutch lining or clutch knob
14. rom proper or improper use of this TRAC Trailer Winch is not covered under this warranty Costs of installation or repair by service centers or marine repair facilities are not covered by this warranty This is the exclusive remedy and any liability for any and all incidental or consequential damages or expenses whatsoever is excluded Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages the above limitations may not apply to you This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Technical Information can be obtained by email or telephone Phone 615 309 8123 Email info TRAC Outdoor com 17 Wired Controller I OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TRAILER WINCHES PARTS PART is your winch model number plus number below Fastener screw e Co Fesenersew oa oo Fasenersew o ooo a emnene o Pugno oeoo C SSC diOONSSSSSSCS S S np wo ooo wooo w ooo wooo wooo ws SSS wooo 002 003 005 007 008 Plug in 5 pins 010 Right Cover 011 Light Lens 015 Light box 016 Wireless remote control 018 Power cable 019 Controller 020 Gear 22 028
15. t personal injury or property damage LOADING 1 Align the boat to trailer Make sure that the remote is unobstructed by the trailer frame or other objects AWARNING Always stand clear of the area between the boat and winch Serious injury could occur if the cable breaks 2 Free spool the winch cable out or power out with control and attach the cable hook to the eye on the boat 3 The clutch control knob must be tight to winch the boat onto the trailer TRAILER WINCHES 4 Press and hold the retrieve button to begin retrieving the boat 5 Power in the cable IN until the boat touches the bow stop Secure boat to trailer with tie downs once the boat is fully loaded Manual crank handle Clutch control knob Clutch dh DANG ER Do not use the winch to solely hold the weight of the boat while in transit Turn clockwise to tighten Always secure the boat to the trailer with tie down straps before towing the boat and trailer 6 Make sure clutch knob and boat to trailer straps are tight and secure MANUAL CRANKING You may manually crank the winch to retrieve a boat 1 Remove the crank handle from the housing 2 Remove the outer wing nut loosen the clutch knob and place the hand crank on the shaft Tighten wing nut against crank handle leave the clutch knob loosened 3 Turn crank handle clockwise to retrieve boat 4 After using the emergency hand crank remove it and replace in rear of housing
16. ts that came in the box Remove the nut and 2 washers from the bolts Adjust retaining ring by unscrewing it to allow about 1 4 inch of space between the retaining ring and head of bolt Insert head of bolt into keyhole on bottom of winch Slide bolt head along the slot Two bolts are to be located at the rear end of the winch below the label Tighten retaining ring by threading the ring tight to the bottom of the winch This will hold the bolts while you lower the winch onto the trailer s winch stand Align the bolts with the bolt holes on the winch stand Install flat washer lock washer and nut NOTE The cable as it exits the winch and the bow eye on the boat should be at the same height when the boat If the bow eye is too high extra stress is exerted on the boat s bow is in the fully loaded position on the trailer eye and stern If the winch is too low it will pull the boat into the bunks instead of along them To achieve equal height of the winch and boat raise or lower the winch stand In most cases the trailer manufacturer will have an adapter or optional winch stands TRAC does not offer winch stands due the great variety of trailers TRAILER WINCHES A CAUTION Eight 8 inches clearance is required between the winch and bow eye to prevent the cable hook from being drawn into the winch drum If necessary relocate winch stand or bow stop to obtain clearance To permanently wire the winch refer to f
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