5000 -LB . CAPACITY

PORTABLE WINCH

OWNER’S MANUAL

WARNING: Read carefully and understand all

INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.

Item# 14023

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Thank you very much for choosing a Northern Industrial Tool™ Product! For future reference,

please complete the owner’s record below:

Model: _______________ Purchase Date: _______________

Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual to

become familiar with this product before you begin using it.

This winch is designed for certain applications only. The distributor cannot be responsible for issues arising from modification. We strongly recommend this winch not be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the winch until you have first contacted the distributor to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.

For technical questions please call 1-800-222-5381.

INTENDED USE

1. Convenient, portable power for pulling boats, stuck vehicles and other heavy items.

2. Powerful 5000-lb. pulling power.

3. 12 Volt powered for convenient use without extension cords or small gas engines.

4. Portable, with built-in carrying handle and quick-attach mounting plate.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item Description 15,000 Lbs. Rolling. 12,500 Lbs. Marine

Capacity:

5000 Lbs. Pulling Capacity

Line Speed: 10 Feet/Minute with Load Cable Length: 40 Feet (12m) Power Supply: 12 Volts Battery Cable Lengths 10 Feet (3m) Remote Cable Length 10 Feet (3m) Mounting Plate Dimensions

8 3/4in.L x 4 15/16in.H x 3/16in.W (22.2x12.5x0.5cm)

Main Hook Size 5/8in. opening x 4 1/4in. long (1.6x10.8cm) Pulley Hook Size 5/8in.Opening x 7 5/8in. long (1.6x19.4cm)

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed

below may result in serious injury. Do not exceed indicated weight capacity.

WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction

manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. It must be

understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into

this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and cautions, assembly instructions, operating

procedures, maintenance procedures, trouble shooting, parts list, and diagram. Keep your invoice

with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep both this manual

and your invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.

WARNING: When using powered equipment, basic safety precautions should always

followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and hazards.

WORK AREA

• Keep work area clean, free of clutter and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas can cause

accidents.

• Do not use your winch where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g. in the

presence of flammable liquids, gasses, or dust. Electrically powered tools can create sparks,

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a winch. Distractions can cause you to

lose control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area.

• Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes and other mechanical hazards in

your work area, particularly those hazards below the work surface hidden from the operator’s

view that may be unintentionally contacted and may cause personal harm or property damage.

• Be alert of your surroundings. Using winches in confined work areas may put you dangerously

close to cutting tools and rotating parts.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a winch. Do not

use a winch while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

of inattention while operating a winch may result in serious personal injury.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing

and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving

parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided.

• Use safety apparel and equipment. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields

which comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Wear heavy leather

gloves when handling a wire rope. Use as dust mask in dusty work conditions. This applies to all

persons in the work area. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, gloves, dust collection

systems, and hearing protection when appropriate.

• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the OFF position before connecting winch into

power supply. In the event of a power failure, while a winch is being used, turn the switch off to

prevent surprise starting when power is restored.

• Always stand clear of wire rope and load during operation, and keep bystanders away as well. Do

not try to guide the cable

• Always be certain the anchor you select will withstand the load, and the strap or chain will not

slip.

• Never use as an overhead hoist, or to suspend a load.

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• Never use to lift or move persons.

• Never exceed the winch or wire rope rated capacity.

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

• Never use a hook whose throat opening has increased, or whose tip is bent or twisted.

• Never touch wire rope or hook while in tension or under load.

• Never hook wire rope back onto itself.

• Do not apply a load to the winch when the cable is fully extended. The cable fastener is not

capable of holding the rated capacity.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before connecting to the power supply or turning on the

winch. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the winch may result in personal

injury.

Assembly

Permanent Mounting of the Winch 1. Select a mounting site on the bed of a truck, trailer, or suitable location.

CAUTION: This winch can generate 15,000-lb. rolling, 12,500-lb. marine, and 5000-lb.

pulling force. Make sure the location selected can withstand this much force. It may be

required to use steel reinforcement plates (not included), and/or to weld on additional

bracing (not included), depending on the desired mounting location.

2. Align the base of the winch with the desired location, and mark for drilling the three mounting

holes required to attach the winch to the desired location. Then, drill these three mounting holes

on the vehicle/trailer. (see figure A)

3. Use three hardened steel bolts at least 3/8in. in diameter, three lock washers and three nuts (all

not included), to securely attach the winch to the desired location. (see figure A)

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Temporary Mounting of the Winch 1. Insert three screws (part #74) into the three mounting holes in the adapter plate, and secure the

screws to the adapter plate, using three washers (part #76), and three nuts (part#77). (See

Figure B)

2. Insert the heads of the three screws (part#75) to the vehicle’s hitch ball (not included) by

inserting the hitch ball through the teardrop-shaped hole in the adapter plate. (See Figure B).

3. Attach the winch with its plate (part#75) to the vehicle’s hitch ball (not included) by inserting the

hitch ball through the teardrop-shaped hole in the adapter plate.

To Connect the Electrical Wiring NOTE: Depending on your level of knowledge regarding electrical wiring, you may wish to

have this procedure performed by a qualified technician.

CAUTION: Prior to performing this procedure, make sure the vehicle engine is turned

off. Make sure the vehicle transmission is in its “PARK” position and emergency brake is on.

Also make sure the engine, transmission , and exhaust system is cool to the touch.

1. To connect the wiring, plan a route for the wire harness assembly (part#64) from the point of

where the winch will be mounted on the vehicle to the vehicle’s 12V DC Battery. The route

should be secure, out of the way of moving parts, road debris, or any possibility of being

damaged by operation or maintenance of the vehicle. For example, the power cord may be

routed under the vehicle, attaching it to the frame using suitable fasteners (not included). Do not

attach the power cord to the exhaust system, drive shaft, emergency brake cable, fuel line, or

any other components which may create damage to the power cord through heat or motion, or

create a fire hazard. If a hole is drilled through the bumper or any other part of the vehicle, make

sure to install a rubber grommet (not included) in the hole to prevent fraying of the wires at that

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point.

2. Route the wire harness assembly (part #64), following the precautions discussed in step #3.

Once the wire harness assembly (part #64) is routed to the battery, attach the red, color coded,

ring electrical connector to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of the battery ( See Figure C).

3. Attach the Black, color coded, ring electrical connector to the negative (-) terminal of the battery

(See Figure C)

WARNING: Never continue using the winch until the vehicle’s 12V DC Battery is run

down. You may wish to keep the engine running while using the winch to continually

recharge the battery. However, make sure the vehicle is in “neutral”, the vehicle’s

emergency brake has been set and, whenever possible, the vehicle’s wheels have been

chocked. Do not use a dirty, corroded, or leaking. Battery to avoid injury from possible

acid burns. Always wear ANSI-approved safety eye goggles when working with or around

a battery.

WARNING: Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless, vapor emitted from the

engine’s exhaust and may kill or injure when inhaled. Do not run the engine in an enclosed

area.

To Connect The Remote Control: 1. Lift the Rubber Seal on the left side of the Winch, and insert the Cord Plug (part #8) into the

Remote Control Socket. Then, set the Remote Control Housing in a safe place until ready for

use. (See Figure D)

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To Attach The Hand Crank: 1. Insert the mounting hole of the Hand Crank (part #1) onto the Shaft (part #21). Then secure the

Hand Crank to the Shaft, using one Nut (part #24). (See Figure E)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

To Use The Winch Manually:

WARNING: Do not use the Hand Crank (part #1) to assist a powered Winch. This will

damage the Winch and may cause personal injury. (See Figure E)

1. Place the vehicle’s transmission in “Park.” Turn off the engine. Set the emergency brake, and

block the wheels from rolling, using suitable chocks (not included).

2. To operate the Hand Crank (part #1), turn the Clutch Knob clockwise until hand tight. Do not

force it or over tighten. (See Figure E)

3. Rotate the Hand Crank (part #1) clockwise to tighten the Steel Cable. Continue turning the Hand

Crank clockwise until the Steel Cable has been completely retracted. (See Figure E)

To Estimate Pulling Capacity:

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1. The Winch has a pulling capacity of 5000 pounds. Applying this measurement to practical

applications, you can use the Winch to move the following:

a. Move a load from a dead stop of up to 5000 pounds on ground.

b. Move a water bourn marine craft of up to 12,500 pounds.

c. Maintain a movement of a wheeled vehicle of up to 15,000 pounds.

2. NOTE: The Winch’s pulling capacity is reduced as inclines increase. For example, rolling

capacity is reduced from 15,000 pounds on flat ground to approximately 4000 pounds on a 45

Degree incline. Refer to the Chart for estimated pulling capacity (rolling weight) on various

inclines. (See Figure F)

To Use The Electrically Powered Winch:

1. Place the vehicle’s transmission in “Park”. Set the emergency brake, and block the wheels from

rolling, using suitable chocks (not included).

2. NOTE: You may wish to keep the vehicle’s engine running while using the Winch to

continually recharge the battery. However, use extreme caution when working around a

vehicle with its engine running.

3. Pull out the Steel Cable to the desired length, using the “Power Out” feature located on the

Switch (part #10). Always leave at least four turns of Steel Cable on the Spool of the Cable

Assembly to prevent pulling the Steel Cable completely our of the Winch. (See Figure G)

4. Hook onto the object using a pulling point, tow strap, or chain (all not included). Never wrap the

Steel Cable around the object or hook onto the object itself. This can cause damage to the object

being pulled, and kink or fray the Steel Cable. (See Figure G)

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CAUTION: Never allow anyone to stand near the Steel Cable, or in line with the Steel

Cable behind the Winch it is under power. Should the Steel Cable slip or break it can

suddenly whip back towards the Winch, causing a hazard for anyone in the area. Always

stand well to side while winching.

5. Stand clear and, when it is safe to do so, use the “Power In” feature on the Switch (part #10) to

retract the Steel Cable and winch the object as desired. (See Figure G)

To Use The Pulley Hook: 1. With the Winch Cable Hook (part #57) and the accessory Pulley Block Assembly (part #56)

attached to the Steel Cable, the pulley Block Assembly (part #56) allows you to offset the Winch

but retain a straight shot. The pulley Block Assembly (part #56) can also be used to nearly

double the Winch’s capacity by simply attaching the Pulley Block Assembly (part #56) directly to

the load and the Winch Cable Hook (part #57) to a sturdy mount near the Winch (such as the

rear bumper). (See Figure H)

2. To attach the Pulley Block Assembly (part #56) to the Steel Cable, remove the two Nuts on the

Pulley Hook. Then, remove one Side Plate on the Pulley Hook. (See Figure H)

3. Insert the Steel Cable beneath the Pulley. Then, reattach the Side Plate and the two Nuts.

(See Figure H)

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INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING

WARNING: Always release a load from the Winch, and disconnect the Winch from its 12

Volt DC electrical supply source, before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning.

1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Winch. Check for loose screws,

misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked, bent or broken parts, frayed Steel Cable, and

any other condition that may affect its safe operation. Inspect the entire unit for corrosion that

may be caused by exposure to salt water of weather. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have

the problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.

2. PERIODICALLY, use a premium quality, lightweight oil to lubricate the Steel Cable.

3. EVERY SIX MOTHS, separate the Left and Right Shells (part #4, #60) to grease the Gears

(parts #23, #28, #36, #19). Use any good quality, waterproof, gear grease.

4. TO CLEAN, wipe with a clean, damp cloth. If necessary, a mild detergent may be used.

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DIAGRAM & PART LIST

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Part# Description Part# Description

1 Screw M8 X155 41 Transmission Shaft

2 Self-Tapping Screw 3X33 42 Bearing

3 Screw M5X10 43 Hoop dia.35

4 Plastic Cover(Left) 44 Pipe

5 Handle 45 Gear

6 Plastic Cover(Right) 46 Nut M14

7 Flange Nut M8 47 Nut m14

8 Plug 48 Gear

9 Socket 49 Flat Washer dia.18

10 Relay 50 Gear

11 Cable Tensioner 51 Flat Washer dia.18

12 Flange Nut M5 52 Hoop dia.35

13 Screw M5X10 53 Bearing

14 Nut M14 54 Screw M5X10

15 Washer 55 Transmission Shaft

16 Dual Gear Shaft 56 Bearing

17 Dual Gear 57 Hoop dia.35

18 Flat Washer dia.10 58 Hoop dia.18

19 One-way Gear 59 Nut M14

20 One-way Bearing 60 Hoop dia.35

21 Hoop dia.9 61 Bearing

22 Pin dia.2 62 Washer dia.44.5x18.2

23 Shaft 63 Flange

24 Flange Nut m14 64 Washer

25 Nut M14 65 Wire Rope

26 Washer 66 Flat Washer dia.18

27 Flat washer dia.18 67 Drum

28 Hoop dia.35 68 Screw

29 Bearing 69 Doorcase

30 Attrition Gear 70 Steel Plate Part(small)

31 Attrition Dish 71 Steel Plate Part(big)

32 Pipe 72 Washer dia44.5x25.2

33 Gear 73 Bearing

34 Flat Washer dia.18 74 Hoop dia48

35 Hoop dia.35 75 Flat Washer dia.18

36 Screw M5X16 76 Gear

37 Spring Washer dia.5 77 Spring Washer dia22

38 Bearing 78 Nut M22

39 Housing 79 Hook

40 Motor 80 Switch

For replacement parts and technical questions, please call 1-800-222-5381.

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WARRANTY

One-Year Limited Warranty

Distributed by

Northern Tool + Equipment Co., Inc.

Burnsville, MN 55337-0499

Made in China