DX Engineering DXE-VRW-1 Instructions manual

Manual Winch

Add-On Raising Kit

DXE-VRW-1

DXE-VRW-1-INS-Revision 1c

Shown mounted on the
optional DXE-8040-VA-1
80 & 40 Meter Dual Band
Vertical Antenna System

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Introduction

The DX Engineering DXE-VRW-1 is a manual winch add-on kit for the High Performance DX
Engineering vertical antennas using the Heavy Duty Pivot Base. Models included are:

DXE-7580VA-1, DXE-8040VA-1, DXE-7580FS-VA-2 and DXE-7580FS-VA-3

The heavy duty pivoting fixtures for these antennas are equipped to accept the winch directly.

Allows easy one-person raising and lowering of tall antennas - may be easily moved from one
compatible DX Engineering antenna to another in multi-antenna arrays.

The DXE-VRW-1 winch kit is supplied complete with a 15 foot Polyester web strap with hook, and
base mounting hardware. The winch is not weatherproof and should be removed and properly
stored in a dry environment when not in use.

Features

 One person operation
 Friction brake which automatically applies constant positive holding action throughout

raising and lowering operations

 Holds the antenna in position automatically
 Handle will not spin under load
 Meets ASAE safety standard S361.3
 Rated capacity is 1500 pounds
 Minimum operating load is 75 pounds
 Drum Hub is 2-1/2" in diameter
 Gear Ratio is 5.4:1
 Zinc Tuffplate® Finish
 Winch Strap (2" wide x 15 foot long) with Loop and Hook is made from Low Stretch

Polyester Webbing with 4,000 pound breaking strength

 Includes stainless steel hardware for mounting the included web strap
 Includes stainless steel hardware for mounting the winch to the High Performance DX

Engineering vertical antennas that use the Heavy Duty Pivot Base

Tools Required

Two 9/16" wrenches
One 3/4" wrench

Manual Updates

Every effort is made to supply the latest manual revision with each product. Occasionally a manual
will be updated between the time your DX Engineering product is shipped and when you receive it.
Please check the DX Engineering web site (www.dxengineering.com) for the latest revision manual.

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DXE-VRW-1 Parts List

DXE-VRW-1 Manual Winch Assembly

QTY

Description

1

1,500 Lb Exposed Gear Hand Winch with Brake

3

3/8-16 x 1-3/8" long Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screw

8

3/8" Stainless Steel Flat Washer

4

3/8-16 Stainless Steel Nyloc Nut

1

2" x 15 ft long Polyester web strap with hoop and hook

1

3/8-16 x 3-1/2" long Grade 8 Hex Head Cap Screw

Note: JTL-12555 Jet-Lube SS-30 Anti-Seize must be used on all clamps, bolts and stainless steel
threaded hardware to prevent galling and to ensure proper tightening.

As supplied, the winch has hardware that is not used. The wire cable retainer with screw and keps
nut are not used. The 3/8" x 2-1/2"" long bolt and 3/8-16 hex nut are not used.

The 3/4" nut and spring supplied with the winch are used.

Additional hardware that is required is supplied:

Three 3/8-16 x 1-3/8" long Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screws
Eight 3/8" Stainless Steel Flat Washers
Four 3/8-16 Stainless Steel Nyloc Nuts
One 3/8-16 x 3-1/2" long Grade 8 Hex Head Cap Screw
One 2" x 15 ft long Polyester web strap with hoop and hook