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Q-Performance Stealth Series Winch

with Integrated Solenoid& Synthetic Winch Line

Assembly and Installation Manual#92122.4011 & #92122.4021

REQUIRED TOOLS:Safety GlassesSafety GlovesTorque Wrench13 MM Wrench15 MM Socket

16 MM Wrench2.5 MM Hex (Allen®) Key4 MM Hex (Allen®) Key#1 Phillips Head Screwdriver

READ ALL SAFETY MESSAGES AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURE NOTICES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR USE THIS PRODUCT.

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Unpacking: When unpacking, check to make sure all parts are included. If any part is missing orbroken, please call Quadratec Customer Service at 800-745-6037 as soon as possible.

A Few Words About Product Safety: Your safety and the safety of others isvery important. To help you avoid risksand make informed decisions this manualcontains safety messages about your

Q-Performance Series self-recoverywinch. Individual safety messages andsections of this manual may be precededby the safety alert symbol ! [in triangle]and one of three signal words:

a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death orserious injury. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you do notfollow instructions.

a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor ormoderate injury. You CAN be moderately HURT and also may sufferproperty damage if you do not follow instructions.

Careful attention is required to this instruction or operation but doesnot generally relate to personal injury. Damage to your Quadratec®product or other property may result if you do not follow instructions.

Winch Assembly

ClutchHandle

Winch Power Button

HawseFairlead

ChafeGuard

FairleadHardware

WinchMounting Hardware

RemoteController

RemoteCable

Winch Hook

Winch Hook Strap

Remote ControlPlug Cover

WinchLine

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Motor StatorCable Yellow

Motor StatorCable Green

Motor RotatorCable Red

Solenoid GroundWire (See below)

Positive Cable Red Tip(To Positive Battery Terminal)

Negative Ground CableBlack Tip (To NegativeTerminal on Battery)

Electric Cable Connection Attach the black (negative) groundcable to motor terminal and blacksolenoid ground wire with brass bolt.Tighten the brass bolt onto terminalusing a 13mm wrench. Then attachpositive and negative cables to theircorresponding battery terminals.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

Fire/Electrical Spark/Chemical Burn Hazards:Connecting winch to battery and winch operation may causeelectrical arcs. Never install or use winch where gasoline leaks,vapors or other flammables are present.

Always wear eye protection & remove jewelry when working withbattery or installing winch electrical cables. Plan connections toavoid fuel lines, hot or rotating parts. Never route electrical cableor winch controller across sharp edges, doors or other pinchpoints.

Always use supplied terminal boots, insulate any other exposedconnections neatly support all wiring. Depending on your level ofknowledge regarding electrical wiring, you may wish to have thisprocedure performed by a qualified technician.

Motor& SolenoidGround Wires

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Winch MountingMount the supplied Hawse Fairlead tothe Mounting Frame (not included) usingsupplied Bolts and Nuts.

The winch MUST be properly secured toa winch mount bumper or an approvedwinch mount plate with the included10mm nuts and bolts (qty 4/each).

There are machined pockets at each ofthe four inside base corners that fit aflange head whiz nut. Place a nut intoeach pocket and center the winch overthe mounting base holes. Tip: a touch ofbearing grease can hold the 4 nuts in

place prior to fastening the flange headwhiz bolts. In some rare mounting situa-tions drilling for bolt holes may be re-quired. Using a 15mm socket, thread thefour 10mm x 1.5 x 35mm bolts throughthe bottom of the winch mount plate orbumper and into the whiz nuts.

Use a torque wrench and 10mm socketand torque each mounting bolt to 50Ft-lbs.

Synthetic Winch Line Pre-TensioningThe winch line must be pre-tensionedprior to use. Do NOT use winch line with-out pre-tensioning it.

First, place clutch in Free Spool positionand slowly pull all of the winch line fromthe drum. Remove the line fastener at thedrum using a 4mm allen key at the drumand remove the line.

Thread the winch line through the fair-lead and re-attach the line to the winchdrum. You now need to pre-stretch winchline to ensure even stretching. To stretchwinch line, begin with 5 or 6 snug wrapsaround the drum and set up a secure

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FlangeHead Nut(10mm x1.5mm)

Flange Head Whiz Bolt(10mm x 1.5mm x 35mm)

Winch Mount Plate or Bumper

Battery cables SHOULD NOT be drawn taut. Leave slack for somecable movement. The battery cables SHOULD BE secure, out ofthe way of moving parts, road debris, or any possibility of beingdamaged by operation or maintenance of vehicle. For example,the battery cables may be routed under the vehicle, attachingthem to the frame using suitable fasteners such as cable ties(not included).

DO NOT attach Battery Cables to the exhaust system, drive shaft,emergency brake cable, fuel line, or any other components whichmay cause damage to the battery cables through heat or motion,or create a fire hazard. If a hole is drilled through the bumper orany other part of the vehicle, make sure to install a rubber grom-met (not included) in the hole to prevent fraying of the batterycables at that point. The use of at least a 650 Cold Cranking Amps(CCA) battery is highly recommended.

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anchor point. Pull vehicle (in neutralgear) with the winch up a slight flat in-cline. See your glovebox sized “Self-Re-covery Winch Operator’s Guide” toproperly set up this pull with full under-standing of all safety precautions. To fullystretch the winch line, you will needabout 500 lbs. of tension on the cable dur-ing the operation. Once you have com-pleted the pull, be sure to rewind cable in

tight rows not allowing upper rows to in-tertwine with lower rows. Review Oper-ator’s Guide for this extremely importantprocedure.Attach the Winch Hook to SyntheticWinch Line: Attach as shown using theincluded cotter pin through the clevis pin.Spread the cotter pin ends to secure thehook. Be sure to keep the safety latchclean and lubricated at all times.

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Cotter Pin

Winch Hook

Winch Line

Learn to Winch ProperlyYour winch should add greater utility andenjoyment to your off-road adventures.Keep in mind, however, the weight ofyour vehicle and the forces required tomove it create certain hazards. Self recovery that is safe for you, bystandersand the environment requires productknowledge, planning and practice.

Be aware there are specific techniquesand hazards associated with recoverywinching. Begin by understanding ALLSafety Information found in this winch

installation manual and then supplementyour knowledge by studying the suppliedglovebox-sized Q Series Winch Operator’sGuide Manual and also by learning from more experienced off-road enthusiasts.The broad conditions where winch-basedself-recovery are required are discussed inthe supplied glovebox sized guidebook.Keep the supplied booklet in the winchinstalled vehicle glovebox after winchinstallation as a handy reference.

Develop and rely on your owngood judgment at all times.

CAREFULLY STUDY WINCH USER GUIDE SUPPLIED WITH YOUR WINCH.

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For Wired Operation: Unscrew the remoteplug cap. Plug the 12’ long remote cordinto the handheld remote controller.Make sure that you align the cord withthe three indexing notches in the remotehandle. Thread the securing collar ontothe remote handle to ensure a properconnection.

Next, loosen the Rubber Plug Cover onthe right hand side of the winch. Plug the“D” shaped end of the Remote Cord intothe corresponding receptacle on the righthand side of the winch. Be sure that theplug is fully engaged onto the winch asshown.

Your winch will automatically power upand be fully functional once the controlleris connected to the winch. The amberLED Winch Drum light will illuminatealong with the blue “wired” indicatorlight on the remote. There is NO need toactivate the power button on either thewinch or the controller when using“wired” mode. Test both the OUT and INfunctions of the winch using the redrocker switch on the remote with a shortpress of the switch. The winch will stayon as long as the remote is plugged in.

The winch will automatically shut off assoon as the cord is unplugged.

For Wireless Operation: First, loosen therubber Power Button Cover on the lefthand side of the winch to expose thepower button. Press the power buttononce. The power button will illuminatealong with the amber winch drum lights.

Now press the Remote Control powerbutton once. The red “WIRELESS” lightwill illuminate on the controller. This red

Remote Controller Setup

RemoteHandle

Plug cap

Securing Collar

Cord

Rubber remoteplug cover

“D” ShapedRemotePlug End

Blue “Wired”Indicator Light

RedRockerSwitch

Rubber PowerButton Cover

Winch PowerButton

WIREDMODE

WIRELESSMODE

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light will remain lit while it is connectedto the winch. If the red light on the con-troller begins blinking while operatingthe winch, the controller is out of range.Move the controller closer to the winchuntil the light stops blinking. Test boththe “OUT” and “IN” functions of thewinch using the rocker switch. Thewinch is now ready for use.

NOTE: Wireless handheld remote con-troller will automatically shut off after 2minutes of inactivity and the red indica-tor light will no longer be lit. The powerbutton must be pressed once again to re-activate the wireless controller. Also, the

wireless receiver on the winch is designedto automatically shut off after 10 minutesof inactivity and the power button will nolonger be lit. The power button on thewinch will need to be pressed once againto reactivate the winch.

NOTE: The wireless remote will workwithin a range of 10 feet from the winchbut may work farther distances depend-ing on physical obstructions and otherconditions. We do not recommend usingthe wireless feature from the cab of yourJeep. If you choose to winch from thecab, please use the wired option forsafety and consistency.

Clearing and Pairing a Wireless Remoteto your Winch: The wireless controllerthat comes with your winch is pairedfrom the factory and ready to use. Thispairing procedure is ONLY necessarywhen replacing the original remote dueto loss or damage.To clear a previously paired remote, makesure your new replacement wireless re-mote control is off. Press and hold thewinch power button and continue tohold the button in until the button beginsto blink. Continue holding the power but-ton in until the light shuts off and comesback on. At this point the old remote iserased from the system. If the light begins

to blink again the clearing has failed.Repeat the previous step.

To pair a new remote, press and continueto hold both the power button on thewinch and the power button on the re-mote controller. The winch power buttonand the red “WIRELESS” Indicator Lighton the controller will both blink and thenstay lit for approximately 10 seconds. Atthis point the controller is paired. Test thewinch “OUT” and “IN” functions on theremote to ensure that the remote is func-tioning properly. If the controller is notworking repeat the pairing procedurefrom the beginning.

RemoteControlPower Button

Rocker Switch

Red “Wireless”Indicator Light

Remote Controller Setup

WIRELESSMODE

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NOTE: The presence of a battery is NOTrequired whenever using a “WIRED”remote controller. But, a charged batteryis necessary when using a “WIRELESS”remote controller. If the wireless mode isnot functioning properly, the battery mayneed replacement.

Battery Replacement Procedure:Remove the three (#1 size) Phillips headscrews that attach the winch controllerhalves.

Remote Controller Battery Replacement

Carefully remove the old CR123A orCR123 Lithium battery and replace withnew. Gently align and position the winchcontroller halves together and fasten thethree Phillips head screws. Do not overtighten! Test the winch “OUT” and “IN”functions on the remote to ensure thatthe remote is functioning properly.

Remove 3 PhillipsHead Screws

+ PositiveBattery End

CR123ALithiumBattery

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There are two positions of the clutch han-dle. The Clutch is either “engaged” or“free spooling”. Clutch allows operator to

manually engage or disengage the spool-ing drum from the gearset using theclutch lever.

Winch Clutch Operation Details

NEVER ENGAGE OR DISENGAGE CLUTCH IF THE WINCH ISUNDER LOAD, THE WINCH ROPE IS UNDER TENSION ORTHE SPOOL IS MOVING IN ANY WAY.

Engaged Free Spool

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NOTE: Our Patent Pending removableClutch Handle doubles as a “key” thatcan be temporarily removed to deterwinch line theft, vandalism andpranksters.

Once the Clutch Handle is removed, itcan be stored in the vehicles glove box orconsole and used only when winching.

Clutch handle removal is optional.

Rotate Clutch Handle to the “FREESPOOL” position to reveal the set screwthat holds the handle in place. Using a 2.5MM Allen wrench, back out the set screwuntil the Clutch Handle lifts off but donot remove the handle at this time.

Rotate the clutch selector to the “EN-GAGED” position. You may remove theClutch Handle now and keep it in a safeplace. We suggest keeping the ClutchHandle somewhere in the vehicle,

Note: If the handle is not present whenwinching is needed, a standard 3/8” drivesocket wrench extension can be used torotate the clutch selector mechanism.

Do not keep the clutch handle on thewinch unless the set screw if fullyengaged to secure the handle in place.

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Battery Requirements:Our powerful serieswound motors andclass-leading low gear

ratios give fast line speeds with a “Bat-tery Friendly” low current draw that willget the most winching time from yourbattery's available charge state. A fullycharged battery and good connectionsare essential to the proper operation of

your winch. The minimum requirementfor a 12 volt automotive DC battery is 650Cold Cranking Amps. Ask yourQuadratec sales representative for detailsabout heavy-duty batteries and terminalsfor your vehicle.

General Maintenance:All moving parts within the winch havebeen lubricated at the factory using hightemperature lithium grease. No internallubrication is required. Check battery ca-bles and electrical connections at regular3 month intervals to be certain they areclean and tight at all connection points.Inspect winch line before & after eachwinching operation.

Winch Care and Cleaning:Do not direct very high-pressure water atyour winch. Use low-pressure (normal)car wash soap and water to clean yourwinch. With the remote control discon-nected and the protective boots covering

the remote control socket and power but-ton sockets, wash normally with your ve-hicle. During winter exposure to roadsalt, wash the winch as soon as possibleto avoid corrosion. Always wash per therecommendations above.

Winch Care and Maintenance:

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SPECIFICATIONS

Rated Line Pull (Single Line)

Gear Reduction Ratio

Motor (Series Wound)

Drum Size

Synthetic Winch Line

Overall Dimension

Net Weight

Mounting Bolt Pattern

Q10 Performance Stealth Winch with Synthetic Line

Rated Line Pull (Single Line)

Gear Reduction Ratio

Motor (Series Wound)

Drum Size

Synthetic Winch Line

Overall Dimension

Net Weight

Mounting Bolt Pattern

Q12 Performance Stealth Winch with Synthetic Line

10,000 lbs (4536 kgs)

210:1

12 Volt / 4.9 Hp (3.65 Kw)

2.64” x 8.35” (67mm x 212mm)

3/8” x 82’

21” x 6.375” x 10” (533.4 mm x 162 mm x 254 mm)

61.0 lbs. (27.67 kgs)

10” x 4.5” (254mm x 114.3mm)

12,000 lbs (5443 kgs)

294:1

12 Volt / 4.9 Hp (3.65 Kw)

2.64” x 8.35” (67mm x 212mm)

3/8” x 82’

21” x 6.375” x 10” (533.4 mm x 162 mm x 254 mm)

61.0 lbs. (27.67 kgs)

10” x 4.5” (254mm x 114.3mm)

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

When remotecontrol switch isactivated, a click-ing sound occursand winch doesnot operate ineither the powerin or powerout mode.

Battery is inadequateor defective.

Replace battery with 650 cold cranking amprating or greater.

Battery is not fullycharged

Charge the battery.

Faulty battery cableor connections

Clean and tighten all battery connections.

Poor electricalgrounding of thermorelay wire

Be sure connections are clean and tight.

Worn or damagedmotor brushes

Replace winch motor.

Vehicle not running Start vehicle & keep running during winching

Winch LacksPower, pullsslower than

normal, stalls ordoes not run at all.

Ground and powercables are looselyconnected to batteryor winch terminals



Charge the battery.



Battery terminals arecorroded.

Clean battery terminals.


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When winch con-trol is activated,the winch oper-ates only in one

direction.

Remote controlswitch is damaged.

Check remote control switch and its cable.Check all connections and replace ifnecessary.

Ground and powercables are looselyconnected to batteryor winch terminals



Charge the battery.



Battery terminals arecorroded.

Clean battery terminals.

Solenoids inside thecontrol pack is stuckor damaged

Replace Solenoid Module


Winch does nothold a load

Winch line is spooledonto winch drum inthe wrong direction.

Winch line must exit from the bottom of thedrum. Re-Spool in the proper direction.

Load exceeds winchrating.

Do Not exceed the line pull rating shown inthe ID label on the winch motor. Refer to thewinch operators manual for correct rating.

Brake inside thewinch drum is badlyworn or broken.

Replace entire drum and brake assembly.

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Winch line hasdifficulty spoolingoff the winchdrum by hand.

Bent drum sideflange.

Replace Drum.

Worn drum bearingsurfaces.

Replace motor sub-assembly and/orclutch sub-assembly.

Free spool clutch isdamaged.

Remove and inspect gear carrier assembly.Inspect output gear, intermediate gear, inputgear, sun gear ring and gear ring output.Remove burrs with file.

Winch is notmounted correctly orsquare on the winchplate.

Check mounting hole measurements forconsistency and squareness. Be sure thatmounting surface is flat and mountingbolts are tight.

Internal damageto ring gear.

Disassemble gear assembly, inspect fordamage, clean and grease or replace worn ordamaged parts.

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Your Q-Performance Series self-recovery winch iscovered by the following Limited Warrantyprovided exclusively by Quadratec, Inc.,1028 Saunders Lane West Chester PA 19380.

This Limited Warranty is the only warranty madein connection with purchase. Quadratec® neitherassumes nor authorizes any vendor, retailer or otherperson or entity to assume for it any other obliga-tion or liability in connection with thisproduct or Limited Warranty.

What is Covered:LIFETIME MECHANICAL & 1 Year ElectricalSubject to the terms, exclusions and limitationsherein and with respect only to winches first sold inthe United States, Quadratec® warrants to the ini-tial retail purchaser only that your winch shall befree of defects in material and workmanship: (a.) forso long as your winch is owned by the initial retailpurchaser with respect to mechanical and othernon-electrical components and (b.) for a period of 1year from date of purchase with respect to all elec-trical components (ex: motor, solenoid & control).All other warranties are hereby disclaimed, exceptto the extent prohibited by applicable law in whichcase any implied warranty of merchantability or fit-ness for a particular purpose on this product is lim-ited to 1 year from date of initial retail sale.Quadratec® reserves the rights to: (a.) require in-voice or other proof your winch is within the termsof this Limited Warranty as a condition of warrantyservice and, (b.) make future revisions to this prod-uct and Limited Warranty without prior notice orobligation to upgrade your winch.

What is Not Covered:Your Quadratec® Limited Warranty does not coverproducts or parts Quadratec® determines to havebeen damaged by or subjected to: (a.) installationdamage, alteration, modification, failure tomaintain or attempted repair or service by anyonenot authorized by Quadratec®, (b.) normal wear &tear, cosmetic damage or damage from moisture orwater immersion, (c.) Acts of God, accidents,misuse (including overload & continuous pulls),negligence, inadequate mounting or impactwith vehicle(s), obstacles or other aspects of theenvironment, (d.) theft, vandalism or otherintentional damage.

Remedy Limited to Repair/Replacement:The exclusive remedy provided hereunder shall,upon Quadratec® inspection and at Quadratec’soption, be either repair or replacement of productor parts (new or refurbished) covered under thisLimited Warranty. Customers requesting warrantyconsideration on Q-Performance Series winchesshould first contact Quadratec® to obtain a RGAnumber (610-701-3336). All labor, removal, shippingand installation costs are customer’s responsibility.

Other Limitations - Exclusion of Damages- Your Rights Under State Law:In consideration of the purchase price paid,neither Quadratec® nor any independentQuadratec® distributor/licensee are responsiblefor any time loss, rental costs, or for any incidental,consequential, punitive or other damages you mayhave or incur in connection with any part or prod-uct purchased. Your exclusive remedy hereunder forcovered parts is repair/replacement as describedabove.

This Limited Warranty gives you specific rights. Youmay also have other rights that vary from state tostate. For example, some states do not allow limita-tions of how long an implied warranty lasts and/ordo not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidentalor consequential damages, so the limitations andexclusions herein may not apply to you.

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