OWNER’S MANUAL

PSW654 INDUSTRIAL WINCHES

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 DISCLAIMER

The PSW654 series winch is a powerful tool and must be used with extreme care. Deviating from the manual’s
instructions may cause personal injury. You may void your warranty if you do not follow the precautions and
guidelines outlined in this manual. Keep this manual in a safe place to reference safety and installation
instructions, maintenance guidelines and operating recommendations. The owner, operator, and installer must
read the entire manual before operating the winch.

SHIPMENT CONTENTS

P S W654- K / P S W654- M K P S W654- H K

1 – Winch 1 – Winch
1 – Remote Control 1 – Clutch Lever
1 – Clutch Lever 1 – Key
1 – Key 1 – Hydraulic Motor
8 – Winch Mounting Bolts 1 – Motor Coupler
8 – 3/8" Lock Washers 8 – Winch Mounting Bolts
1 – Set Screw 2 – ½" x 1½" Motor Bolts
1 – Owner’s Manual 8 – 3/8" Lock Washers
2 – ½" Lock Washers
P S W654- E K 1 – ¼" Set Screw
1 – Owner’s Manual
1 – Winch
1 – Owner’s Manual

SAFETY WARNINGS

D R E S S P RO P E R LY • Never work on or around the winch drum when

the winch is operating.
• DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry.
• DO NOT alter your winch in any way. Alterations
• Tie back long hair. may weaken the structural integrity of the winch
• Wear leather gloves when handling the wire and void your warranty.
rope. • Operate your winch with an unobstructed view.
• Wear non-skid footwear during winch operation.
• Wear eye and ear protection during operation. S PO O L I N G T H E W I R E RO P E
• Wear leather gloves while spooling.
K E E P A S A F E D I S TA N C E
• DO NOT allow the wire rope to thread through
• DO NOT step over or under the wire rope. your hand without a glove.

• All onlookers must keep away from the work • Keep a slight load on the wire rope while
area. spooling. Hold the wire rope with one gloved
hand and the remote control in the other.

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 SAFETY WARNINGS (continued)

D O N OT M I S U S E YO U R W I N C H D O N OT OV E RWO R K YO U R W I N C H
• DO NOT lift items vertically. The winch was • DO NOT maintain power if the motor stalls.
designed for horizontal use only. • DO NOT exceed maximum line pull ratings.
• DO NOT operate the winch with less than eight • DO NOT overload your winch’s pulling capacity.
wraps on the drum. The set screw on the drum is We recommend the use of a pulley block to
not designed to hold pull force of cable. double line the wire rope on heavy loads.
• Avoid continuous pulls from extreme angles. • DO NOT prolong pulls. The electric winch is
This will cause the wire rope to jam as it piles designed for intermittent use only. If the motor
up on one side. becomes very hot, stop the winch and let it cool
down for several minutes.
• Use a nylon sling when winching. Hooking
the wire rope to itself will cause considerable
damage to the wire rope. AVO I D U N I N T E N T I O N A L S TA RT I N G
• DO NOT move your vehicle to assist the winch in • The winch clutch must be disengaged when not
pulling the load. The combination of the winch in use and fully engaged when in use.
and vehicle pulling could overload the wire rope
and winch.
• Never release the free spool clutch when a load
is connected to the winch.
• DO NOT exceed pulling limitations of winch.
• DO NOT shock loads when winching. A shock disengaged engaged
load occurs when increased force is suddenly
applied to the wire rope. Note: The 110V/220V winches do not come
equipped with a free-spool mechanism.
• DO NOT use your winch as a hoist.
• The warranty will be voided if the winch is used
• DO NOT use your winch to lift, support, or when not properly engaged.
transport people.
• Failure to use the winch without fully engaging
• DO NOT alter the warning instruction labels. the clutch may result in personal and property
• DO NOT overheat your winch. Use your winch damage.
intermittently. • Power must be disconnected when not in use.
• Only use your winch for direct winching. Do
not use your winch for jerking loads, towing or M A I N TA I N YO U R W I N C H
securing a load. Any damage incurred as a result
• Before use, you must check your winch carefully.
of such action will void the warranty.
• Damaged equipment must be properly
• DO NOT winch near electrical power lines.
repaired or replaced by the manufacturer or an
authorized service center.
D O N OT A B U S E T H E W I R E RO P E • Inspect and maintain the wire rope and winch
• Never carry your winch by the wire rope. frequently.
• Replace frayed rope strands immediately.
• Never yank the wire rope from the winch.
• Use only factory approved switches, remote
• Keep the wire rope from heat or sharp edges.
controls and accessories.
• The cable must be spooled from the bottom • Check the tightness of the mounting bolts and
of the drum. electrical connections periodically.
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 SAFETY WARNINGS (continued)

O P E RAT I O N R E CO M M E N DAT I O N S P S W654- K / P S W654- M K

• DO NOT attach tow hooks to the winch mount. Electrical recommendations:
• Use a snatch block to double your winch • Performance of an electric winch depends
capacity, half the winch speed, and maintain a entirely upon its power supply. The winch will
direct line pull to the center of the rollers. draw between 70 to 400 amps depending on
• Use rated D ring or bow shackles in conjunction the load. Under heavy pulling, even the largest
with an approved tree trunk protector to provide batteries will become weak. Always leave the
a safe anchor point. vehicle running when winching. You may also
install a high ampere alternator to improve
• Position blocks under your vehicle’s wheels winch performance. DO NOT continue to winch
when winching. when the battery power is low. Low voltage
• Lay a heavy blanket or jacket over the wire rope and amperage will cause the solenoids and the
when pulling heavy loads. Should wire rope motor to overheat. Running the winch with a
failure occur the cloth may help prevent wire weak battery will often cause the points of the
rope backlash. solenoids to become welded together.
• Use a crowbar or cable tensioner (PSCT8 or • Performance is also directly related to conductor
PSCT11) when guiding the wire rope over the size. A larger conductor size is always preferable
drum. Never use your fingers. but is required if more than ten feet is used. The
• To reach the maximum rated line pull be sure single wire extending from the winch should be
the input voltage between the motor terminals attached to the positive post of a 12V battery.
is continuously 12 VDC. The minimum size conductor to use is a #4
welding lead. A #2 welding leading is highly
Note: This winch only reaches the maximum rated recommended.
line pull with the first layer of cable around the
drum when pulling the loads. • A good ground wire is very important for
successful winching. Both the winch and the
• Plug in the remote control and engage the solenoid assembly must be grounded. A bad
clutch before spooling. DO NOT engage the ground may cause the winch not to run at all.
clutch while the motor is running. Always install a ground cable of at least #4
• When using your winch to move a load, place the gauge from the negative battery post to one of
vehicle transmission in neutral, set vehicle brake, the motor mounting bolts on the winch. DO NOT
and lock all wheels. The vehicle engine should connect the ground wire to any of the electrical
be running during winch operation. If winching terminals on the motor. DO NOT ground to the
is performed with the engine off, the battery may frame.
be too weak to restart the engine. • A battery disconnect switch (PS025) is highly
• Use chains or straps to secure the load, not your recommended when installing the winch.
winch cable. The operator or user must use some type of
• Stay alert while winching. Stop every meter or disconnect switch with a capacity of 400 amps
five feet to ensure the wire rope is neatly wound when installing and operating the winch. The
around the drum. winch is to be left disconnected when not in
use or unattended. Failure to use a battery
• After winch operation, spool the extended cable disconnect switch will void your warranty.
tightly around the drum.
• Make sure all cables are tight on both the
• Always release the load after operation. ring connector and on the stud where they are
• Store the remote control inside your vehicle. attached. Care must be taken when installing a
cable on the motor terminals. Nuts closest to the
• Inspect the control before use.
motor housing should be held with a wrench to
• Unless specified, PIERCE AC winches are not prevent the stud from turning inside the motor.
equipped with free spool. See page 14 for a wiring diagram.
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 PRE-WIRED
REMOTE
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s SAFETY WARNINGS (continued)
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g P S W654- E K • The winch features a 100% duty cycle TEFC
r motor.
Electrical recommendations:
• To connect the winch to a power source,
• The breaker must be at least 35 amps on the either plug into a wall outlet that has a 35
circuit. amp breaker on the circuit, or the plug can be
d removed and hard wired.
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to PBM1
pre-lubricated (figure 1). A pre-wired remote is THE PBM1
included (figure 2).
. MOUNTING
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accordingly.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
 INSTALLATION (continued)

P S W654- H K 2. Tighten the set screw in the coupler on the

motor shaft.
Mounting:
3. Fit the motor and coupler to the winch
1. Before installation, ensure the mounting ensuring that the key stays on the worm shaft.
frame in use is capable of withstanding the
4. Lastly, tighten the two bolts holding the
winch’s rated capacity.
hydraulic motor to the hydraulic housing
2. Ensure the motor, drum and gear housing are coupler.
properly aligned.
5. If the hydraulic motor is not running freely
3. The clutch housing must be 1/16"-1/8" from when operating, loosen the two large bolts
the drum. one complete turn, briefly run the winch, then
4. Mount to a flat surface using grade 8 or better re-tighten the two bolts.
bolts that are 3/8" thick and lock washers.
5. Your mounting plate must be 6mm or ¼" Hose connections:
thick. If a heavier mounting plate is used the 1. Connect your hoses to the two ½" NPT ports
bolts must be lengthened accordingly. on the motor.
6. The mounting frame must be secured using a
minimum of 4, grade 8, ½" bolts and nuts. Lubrication:
7. All eight bolts (grade 8) should penetrate the 1. This winch is pre-greased and will not require
mounting pads on the main gear housing and oil. If the gears are changed at any time, use
clutch housing by ¾". 20% Lucus HD oil stabilizer and 80% 15w-40
oil.
Installing the hydraulic motor coupler: 2. Lubricate both grease zerts on the clutch
lever every six months with automotive
1. Place the larger end of the coupler on the
grease (Mystic JT-6).
motor shaft.

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 INSTALLATION (continued)

P S W654- K / P S W654- M K • P070 - Bridle Chain: Our car carrier bridle is

made of grade 43 chain and a 5/8" master
Recommended options and accessories: link with two grab hooks for leg adjustment.
We used the following parts in our shop to Includes two 15" J hooks. Each leg is 24".
complete the PIERCE winch installation (see next
page). We do require the PS025 Safety Cut-off Recommended tools:
Switch, since the warranty will be voided without
one. The other equipment listed is optional. • Measuring tape • 3/16" hex wrench
• Work gloves • Safety goggles
• PSW654-11K - PIERCE Electric Worm Gear • Crowbar • First aid kit
Winch: Pierce 9,000 lb. has an 11" drum. It has • 9/16" hex wrench
a worm gear final drive, 60:1, and incorporates • 5/16" hex wrench
an additional reduction in the transfer case.
It has an overall ratio of 470:1, giving these
winches a no load line speed of 14' per
minute (full cable on spool). Spool capacity is
125' of 3/8" cable, 200' of 5/16" cable.

• PS025 - Safety Cut-Off Switch: Use this

lever-operated safety cut-off switch for any
electric winch or pump installation, including PSW654-11K
our PSW654-11K. Protect your equipment
from damage due to solenoid sticking or
shorting. The safety cut-off switch is highly
recommended to use with your winch, as the
warranty will be voided without one.

• PS501 Wiring: During the winch installation,

we used the PS501 600V supply cable by
Essex. Contains 30 gallon strands of class K
copper for extra flexibility (#4 = 413 Strands,
#2 = 651 Strands). ExCELENE jacket resists oil,
burning, abrasion, and cold weather. PS025

• PS501R or PS501X2R Wiring: We also used

the PS501R as the ground cable on step 5A.
Standard #4 gauge red jacket welding cable.
It acts as a power supply for winches, pumps,
etc. Use #2 gauge for installs greater than 10' PT037
from the battery.

• PT037 - Angle Mounts: The winch frame we

use is the PT037. Pre-drilled and notched 1/4"
x 2" x 2" angle iron mounting brackets for all
PS654 series winches with 8" or 11" drums.
Use these mounts to recess your winch in a
semi-hidden application or build your own PS002
custom mount.

• PS002 - Wireless Remote: Choose a PIERCE

wireless remote system with a 200' range. The
P070
system comes with a transmitter and receiver.
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 INSTALLATION (continued)

P S W654- K / P S W654- M K (continued) 4. After successfully placing the winch on your

truck, mount the frame. Using a total of eight
1. After removing the winch from the box, install grade 8, or “G8” bolts at least 3/8" thick is
the angle mounts onto the winch frame. required. Lock washers as well.
Tip: When placing the frame onto mount, make Tip: All eight bolts should penetrate the mounting
sure the hole as shown in the image is directly pads on the main gear housing and clutch housing
above the oil fill. at exactly 3/4" deep.

5. Next, connect the power cable from the solenoid

2. Measure the finished winch frame to ensure a to a positive power source. Wire a 4 gauge
clean placement on the truck bed. ground from the winch motor mounting bolt
directly to the negative terminal of the truck
Tip: Making sure to have the correct dimensions
battery using the PS501 or PS501X2.
of the frame is critical for an easy install.
Note: The ground wire must be the same size (or
larger) as the power wire.

3. As dimensions match, place the winch carefully

6. Install and connect the safety cut-off switch at
onto the truck bed. As shown, framing the angle
any easy, reachable distance from the winch. We
mounts are an option for a clean,
hooked the PS501R cable to the cut-off switch.
more finished look.
Tip: If the 4 gauge wire can’t reach the truck’s
Note: We used some extra angle iron to make a
battery, be sure to use our 2 gauge to reach the
clean housing for our mount.
battery for lengths over 10'.

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 INSTALLATION (continued)

7. After connecting the cut-off switch and the 8. Next, power the newly mounted and installed
ground line to the truck battery, install the winch. Pull the cable in while applying
wire rope onto the drum as shown. Feed the resistance and tension. Otherwise, the cable will
remaining length onto the winch drum while let loose on you and will tangle on the drum.
keeping the tension high. Tip: Have a partner grab the hook on the end of the
cable and pull enough to emulate that resistance
needed.

MOUNTING PATTERNS

These mounting patterns are intended to be used with PIERCE pre-drilled and notched 1/4" x 2" x 2" angle iron
mounting brackets (PT037). Use these mounts to recess your winch in a semi-hidden application or build your
own custom mount. All measurements are center-to-center.
PRO TIP: Each hole should be drilled out 3/8" x 1"slotted to allow for adjustments during installation.
2.5" 2.5"
PSW654-8K
PSW654-8MK
PSW654-8HK 3/8" dia.
9.5"

2.5" 2.5"
PSW654-11K
PSW654-11MK
PSW654-11HK 3/8" dia.
12.5"

2.5"
PSW654-8EK
9.5"
3/8" dia.
1.5"

2.5"

2.5"
PSW654-11EK
12.5"
3/8" dia.
1.5"

2.5"
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 OPERATION

The first use of your winch must be a test run Note: To ensure safe operation, it is
during a non-recovery situation. During this trial recommended that winch operation take place
run, begin to recognize the sound of a steady from the driver’s position.
pull, a heavy pull, load jerking or shifting.
6. Start vehicle engine, select neutral or park
Spooling the wire rope: and maintain idle engine speed.
• Wear leather gloves while spooling. 7. Using the remote control, press IN or OUT
• DO NOT allow the wire rope to thread through until the vehicle has been retrieved. Regularly
your hand without a glove. check to ensure the cable is winding onto the
• Unwind the wire rope carefully along the drum evenly.
floor to avoid kinking. 8. Secure your load using straps or chains.
• Place the end of the wire rope into the hole
on the side of the drum. The wire rope will 9. Re-spool the wire rope after the winch
protrude ½"- 1". Tighten the set screw. operation is completed.
• Keep a slight load on the wire rope while
spooling. P S W654- H K
• Using the remote control, wrap the wire rope 1. Apply the parking brake or lock the wheels.
onto the drum until the load is recovered.
Make sure the wire rope lays smoothly onto 2. Spool the winch cable and connect to an
the drum without spacing or overlapping anchor point.
using a crowbar or cable tensioner.
3. Engage the clutch by shifting it into the IN
Test run: position. Use force to engage the clutch. If
• Spool the wire rope until the red mark appears the freewheel easily moves IN and OUT of
at five wraps. position then the winch is not fully engaged.
• Under a load of 500 lbs (230 kg) re-spool the Note: When the clutch is engaged your load will
wire rope. This will stretch the new wire rope be securely held until the remote is used.
and create a tight wrap around the drum.
4. Check cable rigging before proceeding.

5. Secure the load using chains or straps, not

P S W654- K / P S W654- M K your winch wire rope.
1. Place the transmission in neutral and apply
6. To ensure safe operation, it is recommended
the parking brake or lock the wheels.
that winch operation take place from the
2. Spool the winch cable and connect to an driver’s position. Re-spool the wire rope after
anchor point. the winch operation is completed.

3. Engage the clutch by shifting it into the IN

position. Use force to engage the clutch. If P S W654- E K
the freewheel easily moves IN and OUT of
1. Turn on the breaker.
position then the winch is not fully engaged.
Note: When the clutch is engaged your load will 2. Spool the cable and connect to an anchor
be securely held until the remote is used. point.

4. Check cable rigging before proceeding. 3. Check the cable rigging before proceeding.
4. Re-spool the wire rope after the winch
5. Plug in the winch remote control located on
operation is completed.
the solenoid assembly.

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 MAINTENANCE

P S W654- K / P S W654- M K • Check all the hose connections to ensure

good contact and no corrosion. Replace as
• Winches are pre-greased and do not require needed.
additional lubrication. If the gears are
changed at any time, use 20% Lucus HD oil • Check all accessible bolts to ensure they are
stabilizer and 80% 15w-40 oil. Each housing tightly bound.
will use 8-12 oz. • Check the wire rope for kinks or frays. Replace
• Check the grease fittings on clutch housing. with a wire rope of equal strength.
Grease every 3-6 months or as needed. • Check the clutch dog, clutch yoke and drum
• Check all the electrical connections to ensure for damage.
good contact and no corrosion. Replace as • Contact your service center or the
needed. manufacturer before servicing your winch.
• Check all accessible bolts to ensure they are
tightly bound. P S W654- E K
• Check the wire rope for kinks or frays. Replace
with a wire rope of equal strength. • Winches are pre-greased and do not require
additional lubrication. If the gears are
• Check the clutch dog, clutch yoke and drum changed at any time, use 20% Lucus HD oil
for damage. stabilizer and 80% 15w-40 oil. Each housing
• Contact your service center or the will use 8-12 oz.
manufacturer before servicing your winch. • Check all electrical connections.
• Check all fan blades to keep motor cool.
P S W654- H K Replace if damaged before operation.

• Winches are pre-greased and do not require • Check all accessible bolts to ensure they are
additional lubrication. If the gears are tightly bound.
changed at any time, use 20% Lucus HD oil • Check the wire rope for kinks or frays. Replace
stabilizer and 80% 15w-40 oil. The housing with a wire rope of equal strength.
will use 8-12 oz. • Check capacitor seal every 3 - 6 months.
• Check the grease fittings on clutch housing. • Contact your service center or the
Grease every 3-6 months or as needed. manufacturer before servicing your winch.

Yes, but you will lose about half of your pulling power. On electric
Can I increase the line
winches, a simple exchange of gears can provide up to a 50% line speed
speed of my worm drive
increase, and on hydraulic winches, you can change your motor to one
winch?
with a different displacement.

How much wire rope will

The 8" drum will hold 100' of 3/8" cable, and the 11" drum will hold 125’.
FAQ

my winch hold?

Use of a fuse, or some circuit interrupting device, is highly recommended.

A better idea would be to use a breaker. High amp fuses are costly, and
amperage spikes are not uncommon when winching. A breaker that will
Can I use a fuse to protect
throw at 400 amps is ideal. It may cost more in the beginning, but will
my winch and vehicle?
far outweigh the cost of replacing 400 amp fuses. Cut-off switches are
less costly. While they do not prevent amperage spikes, they will allow
you to disconnect power in the event of a short in the winch.
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 Most electrical systems aren’t designed for accessories like a winch. Your
winch will work with your OEM battery, but there is a heavy amperage
load while winching. Think of the amperage to start your truck. It would
Does my winch need it’s
be like starting your truck the whole time you are winching. It is a good
own battery?
idea to use a deep cycle battery, or even add a battery to your system
just for your winch if you can. Just make sure your charging system can
handle the load as well.
FAQ (continued)

How much and what type

of oil does my winch PIERCE winches come pre-lubricated.
need?

See diagram below. Disconnect all three wires from your motor, making
sure to mark which wire is which for re-connection. Supply a solid
ground connection to the motor casing. Next, connect 12V to field
terminal, F1. Take a long screwdriver, or similar tool, and make contact
between field terminal, F2, and the armature post. This should bridge
How can I test my motor?
the electrical connection and start your motor. Now do this with the
opposite field terminal. Connect power to F2, then make contact from
F1Hto
T REthe
E armature
P O S T Mpost.
O TAgain,
O R on your motor should run. If the motor is
P S9000/ P S12000/ P S654 S E Rmust
unresponsive to both tests the motor I E S be
Wreplaced
I N C H Ewith
S a PS534H
Pierce 12V motor.

MOTOR
Step 1
TEST PROCEDURE

- Mount
If your motor is unresponsive, please follow these
motor
ground to
steps to test the power. If the test proves unsuccessful, your
casing.
motor will need to be replaced with a PS534H.
F1

1. Remove any wires connected to A, F1 and F2.

A
- GROUND
F2
2. Apply power to F2. Connect terminal A to F1 with a screwdriver. + 12V
3. Apply power to F1. Connect terminal A to F2 with a screwdriver. F1 FIELD 1
Note: The motor must be grounded to the motor casing, not the electrical terminals.
+ F2 FIELD 2
P O S T M O T O R on A ARMATURE
/ P S12000/ PStep
S654
2 SERIES WINCHES Step 3Pierce Arrow Inc. • www.piercearrowinc.com • 1-800-658-6301
549 U.S. HWY 287 S. • Henrietta, Texas 76365

- Mount ground to
motor casing.
- Mount ground to
motor casing.
CATEGORY MOTOR

ground to Step 2
+
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
casing.

A - F1
Mount ground to
motor casing.
Three Post Motor On PS9000,
PS12000, PS654 Series Winches
F2 F1
A
F2
PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION

This chart depicts the motor test procedure if your

+ motor is not spinning, spinning slowly, smoking or
sparking. Use one screwdriver and jumper cables for
Check out ourthis
winch maintenance video
procedure.

at youtube.com/piercearrowinc
INSTRUCTIONS
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Remove any wires connected to A, F1 and F2.
1. Apply power to F2.
Connect terminal A to F1 with a screwdriver.
 SPECIFICATIONS
PSW654- PSW654- PSW654- PSW654- PSW654- PSW654- PSW654- PSW654- PSW654- PSW654-
8K 11K 8MK 11MK 8EK 11EK 8EMK 11EMK 8HK 11HK

POWER
SOURCE
electric electric electric electric electric electric electric electric hydraulic hydraulic

9,000 lb 9,000 lb 12,500 lb 12,500 lb 7,500 lb 7,500 lb 11,000 lb 11,000 lb 9,000 lb 9,000 lb
DESCRIP-
TION
DC 8" DC 11" DC 8" DC 11" AC 8" AC 11" AC 8" AC 11" hydraulic hydraulic
drum drum drum drum drum drum drum drum 8" drum 11" drum

CAPAC-
ITY
4.5 T 4.5 T 6.25 T 6.25 T 3.75 T 3.75 T 5.5 T 5.5 T 4.5 T 4.5 T

VOLTAGE
110/ 110/ 110/ 110/
/ MAX 12V 12V 12V 12V 15 gpm 15 gpm
OIL FLOW 220 V 220 V 220 V 220 V

AMPERE 400 amps 400 amps 400 amps 400 amps 17.4 17.4 17.4 17.4
/ PRES- with with with with amps at amps at amps at amps at 2,000 psi 2,000 psi
SURE load load load load 115V 115V 115V 115V

3/8" x 3/8" x 3/8" x 3/8" x 3/8" x 3/8" x 3/8" x 3/8" x 3/8" x 3/8" x
CABLE
100' 125' 100' 125' 100' 100' 125' 125' 100' 125'

16.5" x 19.25" x 16.25” x 19.25” x 26” x 15” 26” x 15” 26” x 15” 26” x 15” 16.25” x 19.25” x
UNIT
13.5" 13.5" 8” x 13.5” 8” x 13.5” x 17.5” x 17.5” x 17.5” x 17.5” 8” x 13.5” 8” x 13.5”

DRUM 3.5" x 8" 3.5" x 11" 3.5" x 8" 3.5" x 11" 3.5" x 8" 3.5" x 11" 3.5" x 8" 3.5" x 11" 3.5" x 8" 3.5" x 11"

SPEED 14 fpm 14 fpm 9 fpm 9 fpm 4 fpm 4 fpm 4 fpm 4 fpm 12.6 fpm 12.6 fpm

WEIGHT 88 lbs 92 lbs 88 lbs 92 lbs 123 lbs 125 lbs 123 lbs 125 lbs 70 lbs 72 lbs

4.8 cu. 4.8 cu.

MOTOR 1.5 hp 1.5 hp 1.5 hp 1.5 hp 1.5 hp 1.5 hp 1.5 hp 1.5 hp
in/rev in/rev

RATIO 470:1 470:1 728.5:1 728.5:1 460:1 460:1 460:1 460:1 60:1 60:1

ROTA-
TION
CW/CCW CW/CCW CW/CCW CW/CCW CW/CCW CW/CCW CW/CCW CW/CCW CW/CCW CW/CCW

GEAR worm worm worm worm worm worm worm worm worm worm
TRAIN gear gear gear gear gear gear gear gear gear gear

CLUTCH dog dog dog dog dog dog dog dog dog dog

worm worm worm worm worm worm worm worm worm worm
BRAKE
gear gear gear gear gear gear gear gear gear gear
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F2 FIELD 2

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WIRING DIAGRAM
MOTOR CONNECTIONS
Electrical Connections: Replacement Parts
PLUG CONNECTIONS
F1 FIELD 1
In the event that the compact solenoid assembly, motor, or plug requires replacement, please use the
+
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PS528C-Nbelow
diagram SOLENOID ASSEMBLY
to connect the wires. F1 FIELD
A
1
F2 FIELD 2

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In the event that the compact solenoid assembly, motor and plug requires replacement please use the diagram below to connect the wires.
F2 FIELD 2 POSITIVE

+ POSITIVE - A ARMATURE

WIRINGWIRING
DIAGRAM
PLUG CONNECTIONS MOTOR CONNECTIONS SOLENOID CONNECTIONS

DIAGRAM
PLUG
PLUG CONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONS
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8C-N 12V COMPACT SOLENOID
FIELD 1
F1 F1 FIELD 1 F1 FIELD 1
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Wiring Diagram
This solenoid must be
FIELD
A2 2 12V COMPACT SOLENOID
F2 F2PS528C-N F2 FIELD 2
-
grounded twice.
FIELD PLUG CO

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perage F1 F2

WIRING DIAGRAM
WIRING DESCRIPTION
REMOTE CONTROL PLUGS
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A F1 PS528C-N
F2 12V COMPACT SOLENOID using part numbers P037B1 F2 FIE
F1 FIELD 1 F1 F2
SOLENOID CONNECTIONS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

+
and P037B2 for replacement
FIELD 1
F1 wires. This solenoid must be
- WIRING FOR 12V COMPACT
PO
round
FIELD 2
F2 F2 FIELD 2 - F1 NEGATIVE
grounded twice.
This solenoid must be
SOLENOID

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minal. POSITIVEF2 12V grounded twice.
P215F POSITIVE F2
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CONNECTIONS
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A F2 FIE
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part numbers P037B1

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A
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PART NUMBER
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Wiring Diagram
REMOTE CONTROL
This diagram Henrietta,
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standard
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PS528C-Nwinch now WIRING DESCRIPTION

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION F1 F2 WIRING DESCRIPTION
recommended for hook up. REMOTE CONTROL PLUGS
REMOTE CONTROL PLUGS MOTOR CONNECTIONS
of a can-style solenoid. Wire fitswinch
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A F1 F1 FIELD 1 PRODUCT
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CATEGORY CONTACT
P215F F2
PART NUMBER
A F1 F2 and P037B2 for replacement
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- ELECTRICAL Pie
DESCRIPTION
RIPTION P215F F2
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NEGATIVE
F1

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This solenoid must be
14 12V grounded twice.
12V F2
12V F2
F2 WIRING DESCRIPTION F2
P215M
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The PS654 electric
 PARTS DIAGRAMS

PSW654-K

PART PART PART

DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER
PS559 1/4" A/N Washer PS514 Transfer Gear PS552 Main Gear Cover
PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw PS520 Transfer Gear Housing Cover PS541 External Retainer Snap Ring
P040 PIERCE Wired Remote PS522 Transfer Gear Gasket PS508 Square Key
PSCSP Solenoid PS521 Winch Plug PS562 Main Housing Cover Plug
Total Solenoid Assembly, PS559 1/4" A/N Washer PS542 Drag Brake Spring
PS528C-N
Cover and Electrical wiring PS557 Open Bearing Cap
PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw
PS534H 12V Motor PS518 Motor Gear Set Screw PS543 Nylon Drag Brake
PS5648 8" Drum
12V Motor (PS534H) with PS519A Motor Drive Gear
PS534HGK PS56411 11" Drum
Motor Drive Gear (PS519A)
PS516 Long PW Key
PS508 Square Key PS555-8 8" Shaft
PS556A Motor Seal
PS508-W Woodruff Key PS555-11 11" Shaft
PS544 3/8" Lock Washer
P040 PIERCE Wired Remote PS549 Drum Set Screw
PS510 Motor Mount Screw
PSCSP Solenoid PS568 Drum Bushing
PS562VPS 1/4" Breather Vent
PS025 Safety Cut Off Switch PS541 External Retainer Snap Ring
PS536 Worm Gasket
FUS-LINK 400 Amp Fuse PS565 Clutch Dog
PS546 Bearing
ASTC9032 Quick Connects - 2 gauge PS567 Shift Yoke
PS563 Main Gear Housing
PS523A Transfer Housing PS569 Clutch Housing
PS558 Worm Gear PS549 Drum Set Srew
PS517 Power Shaft
PS536 Worm Gasket PS571 Handle Key
PS509 1/4" x 13/4" Mounting Screw 
PS561 Closed Cap Bearing PS573 Clutch Lever
PS515 Spacer
PS559 1/4" A/N Washer PS551S Grease Fitting
Small External Snap Ring
PS512 PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw
Retainer  PS570 Clutch Shaft
PS515 Spacer PS554 Main Gear PS567-1 Shift Yoke Shaft Spring
PS513 Idler Gear PS553 Main Gear Gasket PS572 Clutch Handle Set
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 PARTS DIAGRAMS

PSW654-MK

PART PART PART

DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER
PS534H 12V Motor PS522 Transfer Gear Gasket PS561 Closed Cap Bearing
PS508-W Motor Woodruff Key PS514 Transfer Gear PS559 1/4" A/N Washer
Total Solenoid Assembly, PS575 Planetary Gear PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw
PS528C-N
Cover and Electrical wiring PS554 Main Gear
PS508 Square Key
PS559 1/4" A/N Washer PS515 Spacer PS553 Main Gear Gasket
PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw PS552 Main Gear Cover
Small External Snap Ring
PS512
P040 PIERCE Wired Remote Retainer  PS542 Drag Brake Spring
PSCSP Solenoid PS509 1/4" x 13/4" Mounting Screw  PS543 Nylon Drag Brake
Total Solenoid Assembly, PS559 1/4" A/N Washer PS564-8 8" Drum
PS528C-N
Cover and Electrical wiring PS564-11 11" Drum
PS523MA Transfer Housing
12V Motor (PS534H) with PS536 Worm Gasket PS555-8 8" Shaft
PS534HGK
Motor Drive Gear (PS519A) PS555-11 11" Shaft
PS559 1/4" A/N Washer
PS025 Safety Cut Off Switch PS549 Drum Set Screw
PS519A Motor Drive Gear
FUS-LINK 400 Amp Fuse PS541 External Retainer Snap Ring
PS510 Motor Mount Screw
ASTC9032 Quick Connects - 2 gauge PS568 Drum Bushing
PS562VP 1/4" Breather Vent
PS510 Motor Mount Screw PS572 Clutch Handle Set
PS557 Open Bearing Cap
PS544 3/8" Lock Washer PS571 Handle Key
PS546 Bearing
PS556A Motor Seal PS567-1 Shift Yoke Shaft Spring
PS536 Worm Gasket
PS508-W Motor Woodruff Key PS570 Clutch Shaft
PS518 Motor Gear Set Screw PS562VPS 1/4" Breather Vent PS551S Grease Fitting
PS519A Motor Drive Gear PS563 Main Gear Housing PS573 Clutch Lever
PS521 Winch Plug PS558 Worm Gear PS569 Clutch Housing
PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw PS536 Worm Gasket PS567 Shift Yoke
PS520 Transfer Gear Housing Cover PS546 Bearing PS565 Clutch Dog
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 PARTS DIAGRAMS

PSW654-EK

PART PART PART

DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER
PSS110 110V Motor PS522 Transfer Housing Gasket PS546 Bearing
P003NS Intermittent Remote PS513 Idler Gear PS556 Motor Seal
P003NSC Continuous Remote PS514 Transfer Gear PS561 Closed Cap Bearing
PS523A Transfer Housing PS515 Spacer PS564-8 8" Drum
P003NA Aluminum Adapter PS556A Motor Seal PS564-11 11" Drum
PS509 1/4" x 13/4" Mounting Screw  PS517 Power Shaft PS555-8 8" Shaft
Small External Snap Ring PS553 Main Gear Gasket PS555-11 11" Shaft
PS512
Retainer PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw PS549 Drum Set Screw
PS514 Transfer Gear PS559 1/4" A/N Washer PS539 External Retainer Snap Ring
PS522 Transfer Gear Gasket PS552 Main Gear Cover PS568 Drum Bushing
PS510 Motor Mount Screw PS541 External Retainer Snap Ring PS540 .055 Thrust Washer
PS520 Transfer Gear Housing Cover PS554 Main Gear PS540 .055 Thrust Washer
PS521 Winch Plug PS562VPS 1/4" Breather Vent PS565 Clutch Dog
PS544 3/8" Lock Washer PS563 Main Gear Housing PS569 Clutch Housing
PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw PS558 Worm Gear PS518F Plug
P003NG Motor Gear PS536 Worm Gasket PS537 Clutch Housing Plug
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 PARTS DIAGRAMS

PSW654-EMK

PART PART PART

DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER
PSS110 110V Motor PS513 Idler Gear PS536 Worm Gasket
P003NS Intermittent Remote PS508-W Motor Woodruff Key PS546 Bearing
P003NSC Continuous Remote PS575 Planetary Gear PS561 Closed Cap Bearing
PS523MA Transfer Housing PS514 Transfer Gear PS556 Motor Seal
P003NA Aluminum Adapter PS515 Spacer PS564-8 8" Drum
PS509 1/4" x 13/4" Mounting Screw  PS564-11 11" Drum
PS556 Motor Seal
Small External Snap Ring PS555-8 8" Shaft
PS512 PS517 Power Shaft
Retainer PS555-11 11" Shaft
PS553 Main Gear Gasket
PS514 Transfer Gear PS549 Drum Set Screw
PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw
PS522 Transfer Gear Gasket PS539 External Retainer Snap Ring
PS559 1/4" A/N Washer
PS510 Motor Mount Screw PS568 Drum Bushing
PS552 Main Gear Cover
PS520 Transfer Gear Housing Cover PS540 .055 Thrust Washer
PS521 Winch Plug PS541 External Retainer Snap Ring
PS540 .055 Thrust Washer
PS544 3/8" Lock Washer PS554 Main Gear PS565 Clutch Dog
PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw PS562VPS 1/4" Breather Vent PS569 Clutch Housing
P003NG Motor Gear PS563 Main Gear Housing PS518F Plug
PS522 Transfer Housing Gasket PS558 Worm Gear PS537 Clutch Housing Plug
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 PARTS DIAGRAMS

PSW654-HK

PART PART PART

DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER
PS536 Worm Gasket PS541 External Retainer Snap Ring PS564-11 11" Drum
PS562VPS 1/4" Breather Vent PS555-8 8" Shaft
Motor to Winch Hydraulic
PS577 PS555-11 11" Shaft
Adapter PS558 Worm Gear
PS546 Bearing PS549 Drum Set Srew
PS556 Motor Seal
PS541 External Retainer Snap Ring
PS508 Square Key PS536 Worm Gasket
PS568 Drum Bushing
PS510H Motor Mount Screw PS561 Closed Cap Bearing
PS565 Clutch Dog
PS544H 3/8" Lock Washer PS559 1/4" A/N Washer
PS567 Shift Yoke
P004 4.8 cu. in. Hydraulic Motor PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw
PS572 Clutch Handle Set
Motor to Worm Gear PS554 Main Gear
PS5771 PS571 Handle Key
Hydraulic Adapter PS553 Main Gear Gasket
PS573 Clutch Lever
PS5772 Woodruff Key PS560 1/4" Allen Head Cap Screw PS569 Clutch Housing
PS509L 1/4" x 13/4" Mounting Screw PS552 Main Gear Cover PS573 Clutch Lever
PS546 Bearing PS542 Drag Brake Spring PS551S Grease Fitting
PS557 Open Bearing Cap PS543 Nylon Drag Brake PS570 Clutch Shaft
PS563 Main Gear Housing PS564-8 8" Drum PS567-1 Shift Yoke Shaft Spring
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 LIMITED WARRANTY

Pierce Arrow Inc. warrants that the goods, equipment, and Merchandise manufactured by Pierce Arrow Inc. is not de-
merchandise manufactured by Pierce Arrow Inc. are free signed or intended for the movement of people and are
from defects in material and workmanship. The limited not to be used in the operation of elevators or other im-
warranty includes replacement or repair of defective me- proper uses. Any improper use of the product may void the
chanical and electrical parts for a period of one year from warranty.
the date of shipment by Pierce Arrow Inc.
OT H E R M A N U F ACT U R E R S' WA R RA N T I E S
O BTA I N I N G WA R RA N TY S E RV I C E
Pierce Arrow Inc. makes no warranty, expressed or implied,
Pierce Arrow Inc. must be notified of any defect before to finished products manufactured or supplied by other
repair or replacement may be granted. The merchandise manufacturers, and sold by Pierce Arrow Inc. to the pur-
must be delivered by the purchaser to Pierce Arrow Inc. in chaser, including but not limited to, any vehicle to which
Henrietta, Texas at the purchaser’s expense. Any repairs not our product is affixed and any accessories. Such merchan-
made by Pierce Arrow Inc. are not covered by the limited dise is subject to the manufacturer’s warranty only, which
warranty and are the responsibility of the purchaser. will be provided upon request.
Pierce Arrow Inc. reserves the right to repair or replace de-
fective parts or products in its sole discretion. The cost of CO N D I T I O N S O F S A L E
any repairs not covered by the warranty will be charged to
When placing an order with Pierce Arrow Inc., the terms
the purchaser.
and conditions provided for payment, shipping, delivery
and claims create an agreement between the purchaser
E XC L U S I O N S and Pierce Arrow Inc. The agreement is to be performed
All Pierce products are manufactured for a specific intend- in Clay County, Texas.
ed purpose. The Pierce Arrow Inc. limited warranty does RETURNS: No returns are accepted without prior au-
not cover, and Pierce Arrow Inc. is not liable for, damage thorization. All items must be returned in their entirety.
arising from any use other than the specific intended use Please contact a sales representative for authorization.
of each product. Upon authorization, returns must be shipped freight
All coolers manufactured by Pierce are warranted for gen- prepaid and may be subject to a 15% restocking fee.
eral cooling, and are not guaranteed to produce cooling Please do not send returns COD. No returns will be ac-
sufficient for any specific purpose or for specific tempera- cepted later than 30 days from the date of invoice.
ture. Pierce is not liable for any injury or damage arising
from insufficiently cooled objects placed in the cooler, in- DAMAGED GOODS: Pierce Arrow Inc. is not responsible
cluding but not limited to medications and perishables. for, and has no liability for:
The Pierce Arrow Inc. limited warranty does not cover: • Damage arising during shipment
• Ongoing maintenance parts or repair due to nor- • Any change or defect due to accident, misuse or
mal wear and tear, and any use for which the equipment was not intended,
improper or unauthorized repair, failure to provide
• Any change or defect due to accident, misuse or regular maintenance, and deterioration due to
any use for which the equipment was not intended, weather or road conditions.
improper or unauthorized repair, failure to provide
regular maintenance, and deterioration due to CLAIMS: Claims for breakage or damages during ship-
weather or road conditions. ment must be made to the carrier at the time of deliv-
Purchasers should consult their owner’s manual for safety, ery. If a signature is required, you must notify the driver
installation, operation, and maintenance guidelines. and sign that there was damage. You must notify Pierce
Arrow Inc. of the damage promptly so that a claim can
The Pierce Arrow Inc. limited warranty does not cover pur- be filed.
chaser’s cost of labor, transportation, shipping damages,
installation or removal costs, down time, loss of profit or
CO N TACT U S
goodwill, or any other special, incidental, indirect, or conse-
quential damages, concerning or related to any product or Pierce Arrow Inc. Toll Free: (800) 658-6301
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