Generac — Manually Lowering the Mast
Maintenance · Winch motor assembly
From a Generac operator's manual covering: 201CSA5411, MLT3060K, MLT3060M, MLT3080KV. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Generac MLT3060K, Generac MLT3060M, Mitsubishi L3E-W461ML engine, Kubota D1005-E3BG1-MGM-1 engine
Before you start
- Do not use this procedure unless absolutely necessary. Continuous use could damage the planetary gear brake of the winch. This procedure will not work if the planetary gear brake is damaged.
Procedure
- Remove the power cables from the two terminals on the winch motor assembly.
- Remove the two flange head screws securing the winch motor assembly to the winch; retain the screws.
- Carefully remove the motor assembly, making sure the two pieces do not separate.
- Insert a 3/8 inch allen head wrench into the sleeve bearing.
- Rotate the wrench counter-clockwise to lower the mast; if slack is observed stop immediately and remove the slack.
- When the mast is completely down, reinstall the winch motor assembly with the retained screws.
Tools required
- 3/8 inch allen head wrench Amazon
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Full service-parts list: Generac MLT3060K →, Generac MLT3060M →, Kubota D1005-E3BG1-MGM-1 engine →
Source: Generac operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.