What is an off-road vehicle winch?
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An off-road vehicle winch is typically mounted on the front bumper and used for self-rescue or rescuing other vehicles. Here are some precautions to note when using a winch: 1. Angle: It's best to ensure the towing vehicle and the towed vehicle are aligned in a straight line. Angled towing not only reduces towing force but also causes the winch cable to wrap around one end. If angle adjustment is unavoidable, a directional pulley can be used. 2. Voltage: When using the winch to tow heavy objects or vehicles, always monitor the battery voltage. If the battery voltage is too low, stop operation immediately and increase engine speed to force the alternator to charge, thereby raising the battery voltage. Forcing usage under low voltage can quickly shorten the lifespan of both the battery and the relays in the control box. Additionally, rope retrieval speed slows down under low voltage conditions.