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Ramsey Winch Company
OWNER'S MANUAL
Front and Rear Mount
Detachable Electric Winch
Model Quick-Mount 8000 (QM 8000)
*Depends on wire rope being uniformly wound onto drum.
(5/16"-8MM-DIA. WIRE ROPE)
LAYER OF CABLE
FIRST LAYER
LINE SPEED FPM (12V)
AMP DRAW- 12V
LINE PULL
MPM (12V)
(LBS)
(KGS)
CAPACITY PER LAYER (M) *
CUMULATIVE CABLE (ft.)*
RATED LINE LBS
PULL PER LAYER KGS
4,000
1,810
270
1335
10.7
95
0
0
18
210
5.5
2,000
900
355
2,710
6,000
10
4
3
8
2.4
420
3,620
8,000
QM 8000
8,000
3,620
15
4
1
6,500
2,940
12
40
2
5,500
2,490
21
70
3
28
95
4
4,800
2,170
Ramsey performance data is compiled from actual winch testing.
Congratulations
You have purchased the finest winch available in its service
class. The Quick Mount is a detachable winch. It can be
easily mounted to the front or rear of a vehicle for self
recovery and other applications. It allows one winch to be
used on multiple vehicles, and can be quickly installed and
removed to avoid extra vehicle weight.
The Quick Mount comes with a 12 ft. remote control
switch, anti-theft locking pin and a hawse fairlead. Front
mount requires a front receiver mounting kit. Optional 5 ft.,
20 ft. or 24 ft. battery cables for front or rear mounting are
available.
The Quick Mount features a highly efficient 3 stage planetary gear set which transmits torque from a series wound
D.C. motor. A positive clutch allows free spooling for quick
cable deployment. An automatic load holding brake is
designed to hold the full rated capacity of the winch. It was
designed and manufactured to provide you with the utmost
in utility. As with any device that combines power and
movement in its use, there are dangers if improperly used.
At the same time, there are easier and faster ways for getting the job done if certain precautions are taken first.
Please read this manual carefully. It contains useful ideas
in obtaining the most efficient operation from your Ramsey
Winch and safety procedures you need to know before
beginning use.
When you follow our guidelines for operation, your Ramsey
Winch will give you many years of satisfying service.
Thank you for choosing Ramsey. You will be glad you have
one working for you.
Contents
Performance Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Tips for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Techniques of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Assembling Your Winch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Clutch Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Cable Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Winch Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Please Note: Ramsey Quick Mount series winches are
designed for front and rear mount vehicle use. The winches are not designed for and should not be used in industrial
applications (car haulers /carriers, wreckers, hoisting,
etc.), and Ramsey does not warrant them to be suitable for
such use. Ramsey makes a separate, complete line of
winches for industrial/commercial use. Please contact the
factory for additional information.
CAUTION: Read and understand this manual before installation and operation of winch. See Safety Precautions.
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Safety Precautions
To Guard Against Possible
Injury.....
A minimum of five wraps of cable around the drum barrel
is necessary to hold the rated load. Cable clamp is not
designed to hold the load.
A. Secure Quick Mount locking pin into place before starting
winching operation.
B. Use only locking pin #448097.
C. Front mount receiver is for use with the Quick Mountwinch
only. Do not use for towing.
D. Keep yourself and others a safe distance to the side of the
cable when pulling under load.
E. Do not step over a cable, or near a cable under load.
F. Use supplied hook strap when handling hook for spooling
wire rope.
G. Do not move the vehicle to pull a load on the winch cable.
This could result in cable breakage and/or winch damage.
H. Use a heavy rag or gloves to protect hands from burrs
when handling winch cable.
I. Apply blocks to wheels when vehicle is on an incline.
J. Winch clutch should be disengaged when winch is not in
use and fully engaged when in use.
K. Modification, alteration, or deviation to the winch should
only be made by Ramsey Winch Company.
L. Keep the duration of your pulls as short as possible. If the
motor becomes uncomfortably hot to the touch, stop and
let it cool for a few minutes. Do not pull more than one
minute at or near the rated load. Do not maintain power to
the winch if the motor stalls. Electric winches are for inter-
mittent usage and should not be used in constant duty
applications.
M. Disconnect the remote control switch from the winch when
not in use. A Ramsey Part No. 282053 battery disconnect
switch in your vehicle is recommended.
N. Do Not use winch in hoisting applications due to required
hoist safety factors and features.
O. Do not exceed maximum line pull ratings shown in tables.
Shock loads must not exceed these ratings.
P. To respool correctly, it is necessary to keep a slight load on
the cable. This is accomplished by (wearing gloves) holding the cable with one hand and the remote control with the
other, starting as far back and in the center as you can,
walking up keeping load on the cable as the winch is powered in. Do not allow the cable to slip through your hand
and do not approach the winch too closely. Turn off the
winch and repeat the procedure until all the cable except a
few feet is in. Disconnect the remote control switch and finish spooling in cable by rotating the drum by hand with
clutch disengaged.
Tips for Safe Operation
Do not underestimate the potential danger in winching operations. Neither should you fear them. Do learn the basic dangers
and avoid them.
Observe spooling of cable onto drum. Side pulls can cause
cable to pile up at one end of the drum. To correct uneven
stacking, spool out that section of the cable and move it to the
other end of the drum and continue winching. Uneven spooling
which causes cable pileup can interfere with the solenoid housing causing damage to the winch.
Store the remote control switch inside your vehicle where it will
not become damaged. Inspect it before you plug it in.
When ready to begin spooling in, plug in remote control switch
with clutch disengaged. Do not engage clutch with motor running.
Never connect the hook back to the cable. This causes cable
damage. Always use a sling or chain of suitable strength as
shown in the illustration, page 3.
Observe your winch while winching, if possible, while standing
at a safe distance. If you use vehicle drive to assist, stop and
get out every few feet to assure the cable is not piling up in one
corner. Jamming cable can break your winch.
Do not attach tow hooks to winch mounting apparatus. They
must attach to vehicle frame.
When double lining during stationary winching, the winch hook
should be attached to the chassis of the vehicle.
Since the greatest pulling power is achieved on the innermost
layer of your winch, it is desirable to pull off as much line as you
can for heavy pulls. If this is not practical, use a snatch block
and double line arrangement as shown in the illustration on
page 3. Remember, a minimum of 5 wraps of cable around the
drum barrel is necessary to hold the rated load.
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Neat, tight spooling avoids cable binding. Cable binding
occurs when a cable under load pulls down into the layer
below, becoming pinched between two other wraps of
cable. If this happens, alternately power the winch in and
out a few inches. Do not attempt to work a bound cable
under load; free by hand.
Techniques of Operation
The best way to get acquainted with how your winch operates is to make a few test runs before you actually need to
use it. Plan your test in advance. Remember you hear
your winch as well as see it operate. Get to recognize the
sound of a light steady pull, a heavy pull, and sounds
caused by load jerking or shifting. Soon you will gain confidence in operating your winch and its use will become
second nature with you.
When pulling a heavy load, place a blanket, jacket or tarpaulin over the cable five or six feet from the hook. It will
slow the snap back in the event of a broken cable. Also,
open the vehicle hood for additional protection.
Use the vehicle wheel power to help the winch, but do not
overtake the winch line. Plan your pull. You can not always
hook up and pull out in one step. Examine the area for
anchoring possibilities as well as leverage situations,
direction, and goal.
Your winch will not only pull you up or ease you down a
steep grade, it will also pull another vehicle or a load while
your vehicle is anchored in a stationary position. The following illustrations show a few basic winching
techniques.
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For basic self recovery, anchor to a tree or heavy rock. When
anchoring to a tree, always use a tree trunk protector.
Stakes driven in solid earth and chained together make a good
anchor point for self-recovery when no solid anchor point is
available.
For a solid anchor, bury a log with earth or sand or place it in
a deep ravine
For a direct pull of 2,000 lbs., hitch truck to a tree or solid
anchor, and take out of gear.
To double the pull, use 2-part line with snatch block and tie off
to chassis. Take out of gear.
Use for loading and unloading boats, trailers, race cars, etc.
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Assembling Your Winch
To assemble the QM-8000 winch to the quick mount channel,
attach the handles to both ends of the quick mount channel
using (2) black 3/8” button head screws for each handle.
Tighten to 20 ft-lbs. torque.
Once the handles are attached, lift the winch into the quick
mount channel. Feed the looped end of the pre-wrapped cable
through the fairlead.
Place a 3/8” nut and flatwasher in each of the feet. Align the
four mounting holes in the quick mount channel with the feet of
the winch. Place a lockwasher on each 3/8” hex head screw
and then press a screw through each mounting hole and start
it through a nut. Do not tighten until all of the screws have been
started. Tighten to 34 ft-lbs. torque.
Align the base of the clevis hook with the loop on the end of the
cable. Run the pin through the clevis hook and the loop. Push
the cotter pin through the hole in the pin and bend the cotter pin
to lock.
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34 ft-lbs.
torque
20 ft-lbs.
torque
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Installation
The Quick Mount is solely and exclusively designed for vehicle
mounted, non-industrial applications. All other applications will
void warranty.
The Quick Mount must be front mounted with a front receiver
hitch available from Ramsey for selected vehicles. For rear
mounting of the QM, a SurePull Class III rear receiver or equivalent with a 5,000 lb. minimum weight carrying rating must be
used.
For normal self recovery work, your existing electrical system is
adequate. Your battery must be kept in good condition. A fully
charged battery and proper connections are essential.
For front mounting, route quick connect battery power lead
through grille, leaving connector on outside and connect red
cable to positive(+) terminal and black cable to negative(-) terminal of battery. Secure cable under hood with cable ties.
For rear mounting connect battery power lead as instructed
above. Secure cables under vehicle away from moving parts
and exhaust system. Terminate routing near the center of the
vehicle at the rear. BE SURE BATTERY CABLES ARE NOT
DRAWN TAUT ACROSS ANY SURFACES WHICH COULD POSSIBLY DAMAGE THEM.
Secure Quick Mount in the receiver with the Ramsey locking
pin. Connect quick disconnect from Quick Mount winch to battery power lead. Plug remote switch into receptacle on
solenoid assembly.
Clutch Operation
The winch clutch allows rapid unspooling of the cable for hooking onto the load or anchor point. The clutch is operated by the
shifter tab located on the gear housing end of the winch.
Disengage the clutch (move the clutch shifter tab to the "OUT"
position). Free spool some cable off the drum. Engage the
clutch (move the clutch shifter tab to the "IN" position).
Remote Control Switch Operation
The remote control switch is waterproof and has push button
stations on either side. It is designed this way to prevent quick
winch reversals which lead to premature solenoid failure. The
switch is also color coded to aid you in not having to guess at
the direction your winch willl run. Make sure the motor has
stopped fully before reversing. Run the winch forward and
reverse to check connections. Snap appropriate plastic disc
into proper thumb button cavity on remote switch after determining direction of rotation for winch drum.
DO NOT LEAVE SWITCH PLUGGED IN WHEN WINCH IS NOT IN
USE.
Maintenance
Corrosion on electrical connections will reduce performance or
may cause a short. Clean all connections, especially in remote
control switch and receptacle. In salty environments use a silicone sealer to protect from corrosion.
All moving parts in the winch are permanently lubricated with
high temperature lithium grease at the time of assembly. Under
normal conditions, factory lubrication will suffice.
Lubricate the cable periodically using light penetrating oil. If the
cable becomes worn or damaged it must be replaced. Inspect
for broken strands and replace if necessary (see the next section for cable replacement instructions).
To minimize corrosion of the internal motor components that
may occur due to condensation, power the winch in or out periodically. Energizing the motor will generate heat, which will help
dissipate any moisture buildup in the motor. This should be performed at periodic intervals. (such as with each oil change to
your vehicle. Note:
Refer to Troubleshooting Guide if motor has
been submerged.
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CONDITIONS POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
MOTOR RUNS IN ONLY ONE Defective solenoid or stuck solenoid. Jar each solenoid to free contacts. Check each solenoid by
DIRECTION applying power to coil terminal (it should make an audible
click when energized).
Defective remote control switch Disengage winch clutch, remove remote control switch
plug. from the socket and jump pins at 8 and 4 o’clock. Motor
should run. Jump pins at 8 and 10 o’clock. Motor should
run.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MOTOR RUNS EXTREMELY HOT Long period of operation Cooling-off periods are essential to prevent
overheating.
Insufficient battery Check battery terminal voltage under load. If 10 volts or
less, replace or parallel another battery to it.
MOTOR RUNS, BUT WITH Bad connection Check battery cable for corrosion; clean and grease.
INSUFFICIENT POWER,
OR WITH LOW LINE SPEED Insufficient charging system Replace with larger capacity charging system.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MOTOR RUNS, BUT DRUM Clutch not engaged If clutch engaged but symtoms still exists, it will be
DOES NOT TURN necessary to disassemble winch to determine cause and
repair.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MOTOR WILL NOT OPERATE Defective solenoid or stuck solenoid. Jar solenoid to free contacts. Check solenoid by applying
power to coil terminal (it should make an audible click
when energized).
Defective remote control switch plug Disengage winch clutch, remove rem ote control switch
from the socket and jump pins at 8 and 4 o’clock. Motor
should run. Jump pins at 8 and 10 o’clock. Motor should
run.
Defective motor If solenoids operate, check for voltage at armature post;
replace motor.
Loose connections Tighten connections on bottom side of hood and on motor.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MOTOR WATER DAMAGED Submerged in water or water Allow to drain and dry thoroughly, then run motor without
from high pressure car wash a load in short bursts to dry windings.
Cable Installation
Unwind the new cable by rolling it out along the ground, to prevent kinking. Remove old cable and observe the manner in
which it is attached to the drum. Before installing the new cable
assembly, securely wrap the end of the cable with plastic tape
or similar tape to prevent fraying.
Position the cable drum so that the large 13/32" diameter hole
in the motor end drum flange is approximately on the top. Form
a short bend (approximately 1/2" long) in the end of the cable.
Insert the bend into the 13/32" hole in the drum flange and then
carefully run the winch in the "reel in" direction approximately
3/4 revolution until the 1/4" diameter threaded hole in the drum
flange is on top.
Secure the cable to the drum flange using cable anchor and
capscrew shown in the parts drawing on page 7. Securely
tighten the capscrew, but do not over-tighten.
Wind 5 wraps of cable onto the drum. Wind on the rest of the
cable by pulling in a light load to keep the tension constant.
Allow the cable to swivel by using a length of chain or a swivel
block between the cable hook and the load.
Troubleshooting Guide
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QM 8000
Winch Parts List QM 8000
1 1 247024 GEAR CARRIER ASS'Y - INPUT 25 4 414937 SCREW 3/8-16NC X 3/4" HEX SOC BUTT. HD
2 1 247005 GEAR CARRIER ASS'Y - INTERMEDIATE 26 1 414370 CAPSCREW 3/8-24 NF X 1/2 HX. HD.
3 1 247008 GEAR CARRIER ASS’Y-OUTPUT 27 6 416273 SCREW #6-32NC X 3/8” FIL HD F/B
4 1 278180 SOLENOID ASS’Y. 28 1 418029 NUT 5/16-18NF HX. JAM PLTD
5 1 251110 SWITCH ASS’Y. 29 2 418033 NUT 3/8-16NC HX. REG. F/B
6 1 251118 CABLE ASS’Y-5/16 DIA. X 95’ 30 4 418035 NUT 3/8-16NC HX. REG. PLTD
7 1 251152 FAIRLEAD 31 2 418175 LOCKWASHER 3/8 ID MED. SECT. F/B
8 32 5 418177 LOCKWASHER 3/8 ID MED. SECT. PLTD
9 1 296553 BRAKE/SHAFT ASS’Y. 33 4 418181 WASHER-FLAT 3/8 ID SAE PLTD
10 1 299697 WINCH MOUNTING ASS’Y. 34 1 442207 GASKET-COVER
11 1 332128 DRUM-CABLE 35 1 444048 GEAR-OUTPUT SUN
12 1 334143 GEAR-RING 36 1 448046 CABLE ANCHOR
13 1 334145 GEAR-INTERMEDIATE SUN 37 1 452001 KNOB-SHIFTER
14 1 444097 GEAR-INPUT SUN 38 1 296570 MOTOR
15 1 338337 END BEARING-GEAR HOUSING 39 1 470053 ROLL PIN 1/8” DIA X 3/8” LG
16 2 395294 HANDLE 40 1 477011 CAM RING
17 2 412056 BUSHING-DRUM 41 2 477004 RING-HALF
18 1 412061 BUSHING-SHAFT 42 1 477002 LOCKING RING
19 1 413018 COVER-GEAR HOUSING 43 1 479007 RETAINER-RING GEAR
20 4 414316 CAPSCREW 3/8-16NC X1-1/4LG.HX.HD. GR.5 PLTD 44 6 494077 SPRING
21 2 414320 CAPSCREW 3/8-16NC X1-1/4LG.HX.HD. GR.5 F/B 45 2 518020 THRUST WASHER
22 4 414823 CAPSCREW ¼-20NC X ¾” LG. SOC. BUTT.HD. F/B 46 1 518027 THRUST DISC
23 1 414830 CAPSCREW 1/4-20NC X 3/8” LG. BUTT HD 47 2 518019 THRUST WASHER
24 6 414861 CAPSCREW ¼-20NC X ¾” FLAT SOC HD NYLOK 48 1 448097 LOCKING PIN
ITEM
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QTY
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Solenoid Assembly Parts List: QM 8000
278180 12v QM 8000
Item
No.
Qty. Part No. Description
Item
No.
Qty. Part No. Description
1 1 289195 WIRE ASSEMBLY - #2 GA 13.25" MOTOR LEAD 11 1 440180 WIRE ASSEMBLY - 24" QUICK CONN ECT
2 2 289196 WIRE ASSEMBLY - #2 GA 14.5" MOTOR LEAD 12 1 440259 STRAP - COPPER
3 1 316101 CAP - LH END 13 3 440260 STRAP - COPPER
4 1 316103 CAP - RH END 14 4 440262 SOLENOID - 12V
5 1 413078 COVER - ASSEMBLY 15 1 440276 WIRE ASSEMBLY - SOLENOID GROUND
6 6 414880 CAPSCREW - 5/16-18NC X 1-1/2 HX SOC F/B 16 1 442222 GASKET
7 3 416207 SCREW - #8-32NC X 3/8 HX SOC BUTT HEAD F/B 17 1 472047 GROMMET
8 2 416227 SCREW - #10-24NC X 3/4 TRUSS RECESS F/B 18 1 482029 COVER - FEMALE RECEPTACLE
9 1 430022 CONNECTOR - FEMALE RECEPTACLE 19 1 682166 COVER - WIRE
10 1 440138 TIE - CABLE 20 1 682167 CHANNEL - SOLENOID
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NOTES
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NOTES
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NOTES
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OM-914083-0607-K
Warranty Information
Ramsey Winches are designed and built to exacting specifications. Care and skill go into every winch
we make. If the need should arise, the warranty procedure is outlined on the back of your selfaddressed postage paid warranty card. Please read and fill 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.
Ramsey Winch offers a limited lifetime warranty for each new Ramsey
consumer/RV winch against manufacturing defects in workmanship
and materials on all mechanical components.
Warranty registration cards for each winch must be submitted at the
time of purchase or within 30 days. Warranty will only be valid for the
original purchaser of the winch and installed on the vehicle with which
it was originally registered.
New cable assemblies are warranted against defects in workmanship
and materials. No warranty applies after initial use.
All Ramsey mounting kits and other accessories carry a 1-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
This warranty is void if winch is used in commercial/industrial applications other than front mount self recovery.
Electrical components consisting of motors, solenoids, wiring, wire
connectors, and associated parts carry a 1-year limited warranty.
Battery isolators carry a 90-day limited warranty.
The obligation under this warranty, statutory or otherwise, is limited to
the replacement or repair at the manufacturer’s factory, or at a point
designated by the manufacturer, of such par t as shall appear to the
manufacturer, upon inspection of such par t, to have been defective in
material or workmanship. This warranty does not obligate Ramsey
Winch Company to bear the cost of labor or transportation charges in
connection with the replacement or repair of defective parts, nor shall
it apply to a product upon which repairs or alterations have been
made, unless authorized by the manufacturer, or for equipment misused, neglected, or improperly installed.
Impor
tant Notice: To the fullest extent permitted by applicable
law, the following are hereby excluded and disclaimed: 1. All
warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. 2. All warranties
of merchantability; 3. All claims of consequential or incidental
damages. There are no warranties that extend beyond the
description that appears on the face hereof.
Some states do not allow the above exclusions or disclaimers
in consumer transactions and as such this disclaimer/exclusion
may not apply to your particular case.
To the extent such warranties of fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability are deemed to apply to this product,
they exist for only so long as the express limited warranty elsewhere set forth in existence.
Ramsey Winch Company makes no warranty in respect to accessories, same being subject to the warranties of their respective
manufacturers.
Ramsey Winch Company, whose policy is one of continuous product
improvement, reserves the right to improve any product through
changes in design or materials as it may deem desirable without being
obligated to incorporate such changes in products of previous manufacture.
If field service at the request of the buyer is rendered and the fault is
found not to be with Ramsey Winch Company’s product, the buyer
shall pay the time and expense cost of the field representative. Bills for
service, labor, or other expenses which have been incurred by the
buyer without express approval or authorization by Ramsey Winch
Company will not be accepted.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other legal rights which vary from state to state.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
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