Ramsey RE-10000, RE-12000T User Manual
1
Ramsey performance data is compiled
from actual winch testing. Drum cable
shown is not included with winch.
Intended purpose for Ramsey RE 8000T, RE 10,000T and RE
12,000T Series Winches: Vehicle Recovery and Pulling of
Loads
CAUTION: Read and understand this manual before installation and operation of winch. See Safety Precautions.
T
T
T
(Kn)per layer
*Based on recommended 11,0 mm dia. wire rope.
*Cable capacity
Amp draw
Line speed
Line pull
per layer
12V
(FPM)
(MPM)
(M)
(lbs.)
(Kn)
(ft.)
200
4,000
17,79
80
4,9
16
150
2,6
8.6
2,0000
0
19
6
8,89
250
1,62,0
6.5 5.3
6,000
26,69
42
13
65
20
RE 8000T
105
4,240
18,9
30
6,740
343
32
7,190
1,4
4.8
270
4.8
1,4
*Based on recommended 9,5 mm dia. wire rope.
*Based on recommended 10,0 mm dia. wire rope.
312LAYER OF CABLE
RE 12,000T
Amp draw
Rated line pull
LAYER OF CABLE
(lbs.)
12V
per layer
Rated line pull
per layer
*Cable capacity
Line pull
Line speed
(M)
(MPM)
(FPM)
(Kn)
(lbs.)
(Kn)
(ft.)
(lbs.)
200
1
80 150
2
3
250
26,7
6,000
4,000
17,79
2,000
4,9
16
0
0
2,6
8.6
8,89
32
6
20
7,190
1,6
26,69
6,000
2,0
6.5 5.3
14
46
22,9
23
75
5,140
RE 10,000T
Line speed
Amp draw 12V
(MPM)
(FPM)
per layer
Line pull
per layer
*Cable capacity
Rated line pull
LAYER OF CABLE
(Kn)
(M)
(Kn)
(lbs.)
(ft.)
(lbs.)
23590
6,1
20
170
9.5
2,9 1,6
305
7
2,1
5.3
17,79
4,000
2530
2,000
0
0
6
20
8,89
14
45
1
6,74025,690
21
26,69
6,000
22
73
32
3
4,920
4
8,990
40
7,420
33
6,300
28
8,990
40
3.9
1,1
325
Noise Level 80 db(A)
.
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. Keep yourself and others a safe distance to the side of the
cable when pulling under load.
B. Do not step over a cable, or near a cable under load.
C. Use supplied hook strap when handling hook for
spooling wire rope.
D. Do not move the vehicle to pull a load on the winch cable.
This could result in cable breakage and/or winch damage.
E. Use a heavy rag or gloves to protect hands from burrs when
handling winch cable.
F. Apply blocks to wheels when vehicle is on an incline.
G. Winch clutch should be disengaged when winch is not in use
and fully engaged when in use.
H. Modification, alteration, or deviation to the winch should only
be made by Ramsey Winch Company.
I. 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 two minutes at
or near the rated load. Do not maintain power to the winch if
the motor stalls. Electric winches are for intermittent usage and
should not be used in constant duty applications.
J. Disconnect the remote control switch from the winch
when not in use. A safety on-off switch in your vehicle is
required.
K. Do Not use winch in hoisting applications due to required
hoist safety factors and features.
L. An overload device is required to prevent winch from
exceeding maximum line pull ratings shown in tables.
M. 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. On
hidden winches, spool cable in under power using supplied
hook strap.
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.
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.
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, page
3. Remember, a minimum of 5 wraps of cable around the
drum barrel is necessary to hold the rated load.
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.
2
3
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.
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.
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.
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.
Winches equipped with cable guide fairleads can pull from several
directions. Pull from an angle only to straighten up the vehicle-otherwise you can damage structural members or other parts of your vehicle and cause excess cable buildup on one end of the winch drum.
Installation
It is recommended that Ramsey mounting kits be used to
mount the winch. They are designed to align the winch and distribute up to the full rated load correctly to avoid possible damage to the winch or the vehicle. NOTE: If Ramsey kits are not
used, the winch must be mounted to angles (3/8 x 2 1/2 x 3
min.) or in a frame with both sides of the clutch housing and
gear housing bolted to the angles or frame. See below for
dimensions.
Substitution of attaching hardware items (bolts, nuts, or washers) different from those supplied with your winch mounting kit
can lead to failure causing damage or serious injury. (Use SAE
grade 5 bolts or better). See diagram below for recommended
mounting dimensions.
Electrical Connections and Operations
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. Run the
vehicle engine during winching operation to keep the battery
charged.
An emergency stop switch (reference Ramsey part number
282053 is required between the positive (+) battery terminal
and the red battery cable from winch. An overload device is
required to prevent winch from exceeding the rated line pull.
Connect red cable to battery positive (+) terminal and stud on
plastic solenoid cover on winch. IMPORTANT: Hold inner nut
with open end wrench while tightening outer nut.
Connect black cable to negative (-) terminal of battery and to
winch mounting bolt nearest drum, as shown below. A good
electrical ground is required for proper performance.
The remote control switch is water proof and practically indestructible. It has push button stations on either side. It is
designed this way to prevent quick winch reversals which lead
to solenoid failure. Make sure the winch motor has stopped
fully before reversing.
When first setting up your winch, follow the directions for
inserting the proper “IN” or “OUT” sign in the thumb button.
The switch is also color coded to aid you in not having to guess
at the direction your winch will run. DO NOT LEAVE SWITCH
PLUGGED IN WHEN WINCH IS NOT IN USE.
Cable Installation
1. Unwind cable by rolling it out along the ground to prevent
kinking. Securely wrap end of cable opposite hook, with plastic or similar tape to prevent fraying.
2. Insert the end of the cable, opposite hook end, under drum
and into the 7/16” dia. hole in drum barrel. Secure cable to
drum barrel, using setscrew provided 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 drum, taking care
to form neatly wrapped layers.
Inspect the cable frequently. If the cable becomes frayed with
broken strands, replace immediately. Cable and hook assemblies may be purchased from a Ramsey distributor.
Operating Instructions
The RAM-LOK
TM
semi-automatic clutch provides free spooling
and clutch engagement with cable drum. With the clutch disengaged, the cable can be pulled off the drum by hand. For
winching in the load, the clutch must be fully engaged with the
drum.
To disengage the clutch, run the winch in the reverse (reel-out)
direction until the load is off the cable and the cable drum stops
turning. Pull outward on the clutch handle, rotate it counterclockwise 90° and release. The clutch is now locked out and the
cable may be pulled off by hand. (Note: If the clutch handle can
not be pulled out, again run the winch momentarily in reverse to
relieve pressure on the clutch jaws). Warning: Do not attempt
to disengage the cable drum when there is a load on the cable.
Maintenance
Check monthly the action of the sliding clutch, making sure it is
fully engaging and disengaging with the cable drum. With the
clutch in the engaged position, 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 drive faces. If rounding has occurred, they
should be replaced immediately.
4
T
T
T
Loading...