This manual contains useful ideas in obtaining the most effi cient operation from your Ramsey Winch,
and safety procedures one needs to know before operating a Ramsey Winch.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Ramsey Winches are designed and built to exacting specifi cations. Great care and skill go into every
winch we make. If the need should arise, warranty procedure is outlined on the back of your self-addressed postage paid warranty card. Please read and fi ll out the enclosed warranty card and send it
to Ramsey Winch Company. If you have any problems with your winch, please follow instructions for
prompt service on all warranty claims. Refer to back page for limited warranty.
*SPECIFICATIONS: Conforms to SAE J706
Rated Line Pull 1st Layer (l bs.)................................................................................................ 8,000
*These specifi cations are based on recommended 3/8 inch dia. extra improved plow steel wire rope or equivalent.
Winch only conforms to SAE J706. For SAE qualifi cation of mounting angles,
if applicable, consult Ramsey Engineering.
....................... 470
16
(MPM)
AMPS
1.5).90
1.7).
(1.1).
200
100
116 lb. ( 52. 6
105 lb. ( 47. 6
75
22
AMPS
280
140
3.5330
1.1).160
Kgs.)
Kgs.)
NOTE: The rated line pulls shown are for the winch only. Consult the wire rope manufacturer for wire rope ratings.
Winch duty cycles are shown below:
6
5
4
3
MINUTES
2
1
0
180
270360
AMPS
5
4
3
2
MINUTES
1
0
90120160190
AMPS
12V24 V
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TECHNIQUES OF OPERATION
The best way to get acquainted with how your winch operates is to make test runs before you actually
use it. Plan your test in advance. Remember, you hear your winch, as well as see it operate. Get to
recognize the sounds of a light steady pull, a heavy pull, and sounds caused by load jerking or shifting.
Gain confi dence in operating your winch and its use will become second nature with you.
The uneven spooling of cable, while pulling a load, is not a problem, unless there is a cable pileup on
one end of drum. If this happens, reverse the winch to relieve the load and move your anchor point
further to the center of the vehicle. After the job is done you can unspool and rewind for a neat lay of
the cable.
When pulling a load where there is even a remote chance of cable failure, place a blanket, jacket or
tarpaulin over the cable about six feet behind the hook. This will slow the snap back of a broken cable
and could prevent serious injury.
Check oil level of winch every six months. Replace oil annually or more often if winch is used frequently. Use 3/4 pint of all purpose E. P. 140 oil in the worm gear housing and 1/2 pint SAE 20 for spur gear
box. If the oil is contaminated with metallic particles, inspect winch for cause of abnormal wear. Periodically check all electrical connections and mounting bolts. Tighten hardware if necessary.
The minimum ampere-hour rating of vehicle battery should be 70, and used with at least a 40 amp
alternator. An Auxiliary battery is recommended to supply additional battery power. Inspect the cable
frequently. If the cable becomes frayed with broken strands, replace immediately. Cable and hook assembly may be purchased from a Ramsey distributor. The RAM-LOK® semi-automatic clutch allows
rapid unspooling of the cable, from cable drum, for hooking onto a load. The clutch is operated by the
“T-handle”, located on the end of the winch, as follows:
1. TO DISENGAGE CLUTCH, run the winch in the reverse (reel out) direction until the load is off the
0
cable. Pull outward on the clutch handle, rotate it counter-clockwise 90
now locked out and the cable may be pulled off by hand.
2. TO ENGAGE CLUTCH, pull outward on the handle, rotate it clockwise 900 and release. Run the
winch in reverse until the clutch handle snaps fully in or until the cable drum starts turning. At this
point make sure the clutch handle is all the way in. The plastic plug in top of clutch housing may be
removed, for inspection of clutch to assure total engagement. After the clutch is fully engaged, the
winch is ready for winching in the cable.
WARNINGS
and release. The clutch is
CLUTCH MUST BE TOTALLY ENGAGED BEFORE STARTING THE WINCHING OPERATION.
DO NOT DISENGAGE CLUTCH UNDER LOAD.
DO NOT LEAVE CLUTCH ENGAGED WHEN WINCH IS NOT IN USE.
STAY OUT FROM UNDER AND AWAY FROM RAISED LOADS.
STAND CLEAR OF CABLE WHILE PULLING. DO NOT TRY TO GUIDE CABLE.
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM LINE PULL RATINGS SHOWN IN TABLE.
DO NOT USE WINCH TO LIFT, SUPPORT, OR OTHERWISE TRANSPORT PERSONNEL.
A MINIMUM OF 5 WRAPS OF CABLE AROUND THE DRUM BARREL IS NECESSARY TO HOLD
THE LOAD. CABLE CLAMP IS NOT DESIGNED TO HOLD LOAD.
DISCONNECT THE REMOTE CONTROL SWITCH FROM WINCH WHEN NOT IN USE. A RAMSEY
PART NO. 282053 SAFETY ON-OFF SWITCH IN YOUR VEHICLE IS RECOMMENDED.
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WINCH MAINTENANCE
Adhering to the following maintenance schedule will keep your winch in top condition and
performing as it should with a minimum of repair.
A. WEEKLY
1. Check the oil level and maintain it to the oil level plug. If oil is leaking out, determine loca tion and repair.
2. Check the pressure relief plug in top of the gear housing. Be sure that it is in good operat ing condition so that hot oil gasses may escape.
3. Lubricate cable with light oil.
B. MONTHLY
1. Lubricate the various grease fi ttings located in the cable drum, end bearing, clutch hous-ing or clutch operating linkage. Any good grade of moly-disulfi de containing grease is
acceptable.
2. Check the action of the sliding clutch, making sure it is fully engaging and disengaging
with the cable drum. Remove the plastic plug in top of the housing and observe if the
clutch is fully engaging. If clutch is not fully engaging, inspect clutch shifter assembly
parts, check for damage or excessive wear and replace as necessary. Observe the jaws
on both the clutch and cable drum, checking for rounding of the driving faces. If rounding
has occurred they should be replaced immediately.
3. Check the winch mounting bolts. If any are missing, replace them and securely tighten
any that are loose. Make sure to use only grade 5 bolts or better.
4. Check the torque setting of the oil cooled worm brake. Make any adjustments re quired, following the procedure described in ADJUSTING THE OIL COOLED WORM
BRAKE in the Owner’s Manual.
5. Check alignment of chain and sprockets and adjust as required to minimize wear.
6. Inspect the cable. If the cable has become frayed with broken strands, replace
immediately.
C. ANNUALLY
1. Drain the oil from the winch annually or more often if winch is used frequently.
2. Fill the winch to the oil level plug with clean kerosene. Run the winch a few minutes with
no load in the reel in direction. Drain the kerosene from the winch.
3. Refi ll the winch to the oil level plug with all purpose EP 140 gear oil.
4. Inspect frame and surrounding structure for cracks or deformation.
5. Gear wear can be estimated by rocking the drum back and forth and if necessary drain oil
and remove cover for closer inspection.
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WINCH MOUNTING
WINCH MOUNTING
It is most important that this Winch be mounted securely so that the three major sections (the
clutch housing end, the cable drum and the gear housing end) are properly aligned. All standard
model DC-200 Series winches are furnished with recommended mounting angles. Angle size is 1/4
x 2-1/2 x 2-1/2 x 36” Lg. high strength (50,000 PSI yield) steel angle.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
See dimensional drawing on page 17. Using a power cable with appropriate end terminals, connect
the positive (+) battery terminal to the 5/16” dia. stud on the plastic solenoid cover on the winch.
IMPORTANT: hold inner nut on stud with a wrench while tightening outer nut. Using a ground cable
with appropriate end terminals, connect the negative(-) battery terminal to the motor isolated ground
terminal. In applications where the chassis is non-grounded, a jumper wire (#440315) will be required
between the winch and the motor isolated ground terminal. This ground is required to insure a suffi -
cient ground to operate the solenoid assembly (see diagram below). For distances up to 15 feet from
battery to winch, use #2 Ga. wire for the above connections. For distances greater than 15 feet, use
wire larger than #2 Ga.
WINCH WILL NOT OPERATE UNLESS
GROUND CABLE IS INSTALLED FROM THE
ISOLATED GROUND TERMINAL TO THE
NEGATIVE BATTERY POST.
(SEE DIAGRAM BELOW)
NEGATIVE BATTERY POST
Isolated Motor Ground
CABLE INSTALLATION
ISOLATED GROUND
TERMINAL
GROUND CABLE
SEE ILLUSTRATION
BELOW
JUMPER CABLE (#440315) MUST BE
INSTALLED ON WINCH FROM MOTOR
ISOLATED GROUND STUD TO GEAR
HOUSING COVER BOLT AS SHOWN
FOR NON GROUNDED CHASSIS
APPLICATIONS.
For non-grounded chassis applications
a jumper wire (#440315) is required to
ground the solenoid assembly.
1. Unwind cable by rolling it out along the ground to prevent kinking. Securely wrap end of cable,
oppo site hook, with plastic or similar tape to prevent fraying.
2. Insert the end of cable, opposite hook end, into the 7/16” dia. hole in drum barrel. Secure cable
to drum barrel, using setscrew furnished with winch. TIGHTEN SETSCREW SECURELY.
3. Carefully run winch in the “reel-in” direction. Keeping tension on end of cable, spool all the cable
onto the cable drum,taking care to form neatly wrapped layers.
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WORM BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTING THE OIL COOLED WORM BRAKE
The oil-cooled, fully adjustable, automatic safety brake operates in the worm housing lubricant,
all parts being submerged in oil. When the brake wears to the point that the load begins to drift,
the brake can be adjusted as follows:
1. Loosen the lock nut on the adjusting screw.
2. Tighten the brake by turning the adjusting screw clockwise.
CAUTION: Only 1/4 turn is usually required to adjust the brake. Over-tightening can cause over
heating, and damage to the brake parts. Tighten the lock nut after adjustment is completed. If the
brake does not respond to adjustment then a new leaf spring and brake disc is needed. A torque
wrench can be equipped with a special adapter to fi t the input shaft (worm) of the winch. The
adapter can be made by welding a nut to the end of a piece of tubing as shown in the following
fi gure.
After welding the cap and nut to the tubing, slot the tubing as shown. This will allow the special
adapter to slide over the keyway and will then act as a large socket. A torque wrench can then
be used to apply the proper torque. Turn the torque wrench so that the drum turns in the spool
out direction or lowering direction. The torque rating for the Model 200/246 should be 8 to 13ft.
lbs. (D-200, 13 to 18ft. lbs.).
If the torque wrench does not show the proper value as it turns the worm brake adjusting bolt
should be turned clockwise 1/4 turn. Each time the adjusting bolt is turned, check the torque reading. Continue this procedure until the proper torque reading is achieved. Then tighten the lock
nut.
If the torque wrench does not show the proper value as it turns the worm brake adjusting bolt
should be turned clockwise 1/4 turn. Each time the adjusting bolt is turned, check the torque reading. Continue this procedure until the proper torque reading is achieved. Then tighten the lock
nut.
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SERVICING OF THE OIL COOLED SAFETY BRAKE
SERVICING OF THE OIL COOLED SAFETY BRAKE
1. Remove the drain plug and drain the worm gear oil from the worm housing.
2. Back off the lock nut, then the adjusting screw, both two turns or more by turning them
counter-clockwise.
3. Remove the cover mounting screws.
4. Remove the cover along with coil spring and leaf spring.
5. Remove the retainer plate, composition brake disc, cam plate and balls. Note, the slots the balls
are in.
6. Inspect parts as follows:
a). Composition brake discs are 1/8” thick when new. Replace if thinner than 0.080” or if
surfaces are glazed or burnt.
b). Inspect the fl at, ground surface of the cam plate and retainer plate for glazing, warpage,
or other damage. Glazing can be removed by scraping carefully.
c). Inspect the leaf spring. It should be bowed 1/8”.
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BRAKE - CHECKING / RE-ASSEMBLY AND TESTING
BRAKE RE-ASSEMBLY
1. Press brake hub into place over worm shaft and key.
2. Assemble ball into appropriate slots of cam. (Refer to diagram 1, page 5). Use stiff grease
to hold balls into place and slide cam over end of worm. Be sure that balls are secure,
between cam slots and hub slots. Refer to Page 7 to determine proper ball slot setting.
3. Install brake disc.
4. Install retainer plate, smooth side toward brake disc.
5. Install the gasket on the cover with a small amount of grease or sealer.
6. The coil spring goes over the adjusting screw on the inside of the cover.
7. Install the notches of the leaf spring on the pins protruding through the cover.
The hollow side of the leaf spring goes toward the brake.
8. Install brake housing cover, making sure the protruding pins go through the leaf spring and
into the holes in the retainer plate.
9. Bolt cover into place with the mounting screws. Install drain plug and add 1 pint all purpose EP 140 oil.
10. Turn winch in the hoisting direction at least one turn of the input shaft.
11. Turn the adjusting screw in until it is fi nger tight.
TEST FOR PROPER BRAKE ASSEMBLY
After the brake has been adjusted to the proper torque setting disengage clutch. Start vehicle
engine and run winch in the reel in (hoisting direction). Allow winch to run in this direction for one
minute.
Place your hand on the safety brake housing. If housing is not hot to the touch then run winch in
the reverse direction (cable out) for one minute. Brake housing should begin to heat.
When these conditions exist, proper installation has been made. If heating becomes noticeable
when running the winch in forward rotation (hoisting direction), the brake should be again disassembled. When disassembled, place the brake balls in the alternate set of slots in the cam plate,
then carefully follow the instructions for re-assembling and checking the brake.
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