PARTS LIST AND PART DRAWING.......................................................................................13-14
LIMITED WARRANTY
RAMSEY WINCH warrants each new RAMSEY WINCH to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase.
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 part that shall
appear to the Manufacturer, upon inspection of such part, to have been defective in material or
workmanship.
This warranty does not obligate RAMSEY WINCH 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 repair or alterations have been made, unless authorized by Manufacturer, or
for equipment misused, neglected or which has not been installed correctly.
RAMSEY WINCH shall in no event be liable for special or consequential damages. RAMSEY
WINCH makes no warranty in respect to accessories such as being subject to the warranties of
their respective manufacturers.
RAMSEY WINCH, whose policy is one of continuous improvement, reserves the right to improve
its products through changes in design or materials as it may deem desirable without being
obligated to incorporate such changes in products of prior manufacture.
If field service at the request of the Buyer is rendered and the fault is found not to be with
RAMSEY WINCH's product, the Buyer shall pay the time and expense to the field representative.
Bills for service, labor or other expenses that have been incurred by the Buyer without approval or
authorization by RAMSEY WINCH will not be accepted.
See warranty card for details.
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RAMSEY HYDRAULIC PLANETARY WINCH MODEL RPH 20,000
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
This manual contains useful ideas in obtaining the most efficient operation from your Ramsey Winch, and safety procedures one needs to
know before operating a Ramsey Winch. Do not operate this winch until you have carefully read and understand the "WARNINGS" and
"OPERATION" sections of this manual.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Ramsey Winches are designed and built to exacting specifications. 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 fill out the enclosed
warranty card and send it to Ramsey Winch Company. If you have any problems with our winch, please follow instructions for prompt service
on all warranty claims. Refer to back page for limited warranty.
SPECIFICATIONS*
Rated Line Pull(lbs.) …………………………………………………
(Kg.) …………………………………………………
Gear Reduction25.53:1
Weight (without cable)
LAYER OF CABLE
*Rated line pull
per layer
Cable Capacity
per Layer
* Line Speed (at
15 GPM)
* These specifications are based on recommended .56" (14 mm) wire rope and
a 8.0 cu.in./Rev. motor.
NOTE: The rated line pulls shown are for the winch only. Consult the wire rope manufacturer for wire rope ratings.
…………………………………………………………
………………………………………375 lb. 170,0 Kg
12345
lbs.20,00016,90014,70013,00011,600
Kg.9,0707,6606,6605,8905,260
ft.3585135195265
m1025415980
FPM2630353944
MPM7,99,110,611,813,4
20,000
9,070
WARNINGS:
CLUTCH MUST BE TOTALLY ENGAGED BEFORE STARTING THE WINCHING OPERATION.
DO NOT START WINCH MOTOR BEFORE ENGAGING CLUTCH.
DO NOT DISENGAGE CLUTCH UNDER LOAD.
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 PEOPLE.
A MINIMUM OF 5 WRAPS OF CABLE AROUND THE DRUM BARREL IS NECESSARY TO HOLD THE LOAD.
CABLE ANCHOR IS NOT DESIGNED TO HOLD LOAD.
WINCH FRAME MOUNTING
Use (8) 1/2" diameter grade 5 or better bolts to attach mounting frame to the wrecker.
3
CABLE INSTALLATION
The RPH-20000 winch has two tapered pockets cast into the drum. One pocket is for installations with the wire rope wound over
the drum. The other pocket is for an underwound wire rope. When properly used, the wedge pocket design is one of the most
secure anchoring methods available.
1. Unwind cable by rolling it out along the ground to prevent kinking. Securely wrap end of wire rope, opposite hook, with
plastic or similar tape to prevent fraying.
2. Slide the wire rope through narrow end of pocket against the drum flange and wrap the wire rope around the anchor “puck”
and pull the wire rope and anchor back into the wide end of the pocket. Use a soft hammer to drive the back side of the wire
rope, firmly seating the wire rope and anchor, into the pocket.
3. Carefully run the 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.
The wire rope can easily be removed from the drum by driving the anchor out the wide end of the pocket.
CLUTCH OPERATION
To engage clutch:
1. Move the clutch control valve to the “clutch engaged” position.
2. Anytime the temperature is below freezing, run the motor in the “cable out” direction only until the drum starts to turn. In
extreme cold temperatures (below 0o F/-18o C), pull out on the cable by hand only until the drum starts to turn.
3. Wait at least 3 seconds for the clutch to fully engage, after which the winch is ready to winch in the cable.
WARNING: Do not attempt to engage the clutch by first running the winch motor and then moving the clutch control valve to the
"clutch-engaged" position while the motor is running. Do not start picking up the load at the same time the clutch is being
engaged.
To disengage clutch:
1. Run the winch in the "cable out" direction until the load is off the cable.
2. Move the clutch control valve to the "clutch-disengaged" position.
The cable may now be pulled off by hand.
WINCH OPERATION
The best way to get acquainted with how your winch operates is to make test runs before you use it. Plan your test in
advance. Remember, you hear your winch, as well as see it operate; learn to recognize the sounds of a light steady
pull, a heavy pull, and sounds caused by load jerking or shifting. Gain confidence 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.
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
Check the oil level and maintain it to the oil level plug. If oil is leaking out, determine location and repair.
1.
2. Check the pressure relief plug in top of the gear housing. Be sure that it is not plugged. Lubricate cable with light oil.
B. MONTHLY
1.
Check the winch mounting bolts. If any are missing, replace them and securely tighten any that are loose. Use grade 5
or better bolts.
2. 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 seconds with no load in the reel in direction.
Drain the kerosene from the winch.
3. Refill the winch to the oil level plug with all purpose SAE 80W-140 gear oil.
4. Inspect frame and surrounding structure for cracks or deformation.
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Refer to the performance charts, below, to properly match your hydraulic system to RPH-20000 winch performance. The charts
consist of:
(1) Line pull (lb.) first layer vs. working pressure (PSI) and
(2) Line speed, first layer (FPM) vs. gallons per minute (GPM).
TYPICAL LAYOUT
DUAL-A & B PORT CONTROL
WITH BRAKE RELEASE SHUTTLE
MOTOR
BRAKE
PORT
A
B
PERFORMANCE CHARTS
20000
HIGH PRESSURE LINE
CONTROL VALVE
3 POSITION
4 WAY VALVE
(MOTOR SPOOL)
30
LOW PRESSURE LINE
PUMP
25
N
15000
R
E
Y
A
L
10000
T
S
R
I
F
5000
0
0500
WORKING PRESSURE, PSI
2000150010002500
I
M
/
T
F
,
D
E
E
P
S
E
N
I
L
20
R
E
Y
A
15
L
T
S
R
10
I
F
5
0
0
5
10
15
GALLONS PER MINUTE
BASED ON 8.0 CU. IN/REV. MOTOR
5
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
CONDITIONS POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
OIL LEAKS FROM WINCH
2. Too much oil. 2. Drain excess oil. Refer to
3. Damaged gaskets. 3. Replace gaskets.
WINCH RUNS TOO SLOW
2. Hydraulic motor worn out. 2. Replace motor.
CABLE DRUM WILL NOT
FREESPOOL
BRAKE WILL NOT RELEASE
1. Seals damaged or worn. 1. Replace seal.
OPERATION.
1. Low flow rate 1. Check flow rate. Refer to
Hydraulic Systems requirements,
page 5
1. Clutch not disengaged 1. Check air pressure to clutch
cylinder 90 PSI minimum
required-Refer to page 12.
1. Air in hydraulic system 1. Bleed air from brake. Refer to
page 11.
WINCH MOUNTING CONFIGURATIONS
ANGLE SIDE
R. H. MOUNTING
CONFIGURATION
ANGLE SIDE
L. H. MOUNTING
CONFIGURATION
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR OVERHAUL
1. Drain oil from gear housing #9 by removing pipe
cap #43 from pipe nipple in end bearing. Remove
reducer #41 and relief fitting #35. If new air
cylinder is required, remove air cylinder #30 from
36
42
3/8
9
cover by removing (4) capscrews #23.
Remove washer #25, nut #26, setscrew #22, and
insert #28 from end of air cylinder rod. Apply Loctite to threads of nut #26 and thread onto setscrew
27
34
23
31
#22 to 3/8” from drive end, as shown below.
Apply Loc-tite to threads of setscrew and thread
insert #28 over end of setscrew and against nut.
Use setscrew and nut to thread insert #28 into end
of air cylinder rod. Tighten nut against cylinder rod,
3
26
44
27
29
37
keeping 3/8” distance from drive end of setscrew to nut. If breather vent is damaged, remove and replace.
2. Disconnect tube #46 from elbows #29, as shown.
Remove motor #37 and gasket #32 by removing
(2) capscrews #20. Remove valve #47, if
needed, from motor by loosening (3) capscrews
#19, as shown on page 13.
attaching brake to end bearing (item #8). Remove coupling (item #5) and gasket (item
#34) from end bearing. Take note of mounting configuration for proper mounting of
parts during re-assembly.
AIR CYLINDER
23
29
APPLY LOC-TITE TO SETSCREW
24
47
ROD
BLEEDER
FITTING
20
32
10
5
35
8
7
4. Remove winch from upright
mounting frame (item #1) by
17
25
removing (4) capscrews and
lockwashers. Pull motor end
bearing (item #8) from drum
assembly (item #2).
16
25
8
25
17
2
16
25
1
9
5. Pull drum assembly (item #2) upward from end bearing (item #9). Remove quad-rings (item #39 & #38) from grooves in
drum bushings. Remove input shaft (item #11), clutch spring (item #45) and washer (item #27) from end bearing (item
#9). Examine splined ends of input shaft for signs of wear, replace if damaged.
Examine drum assembly (item #2) for signs of wear. If splines inside of drum driver (332166) are damaged, drum driver
must be replaced. Remove drum driver by unscrewing (8) capscrews (414462). Place well-oiled o-ring (462053) into drum
driver groove and attach driver to drum (332165) using (8) capscrews (414462). Torque capscrews to 55 ft. lbs. each, in
criss-cross pattern.
Press old bushings from drum and drum driver. Remove o-rings (462055 & 462052) from grooves in drum and drum
driver-bushing (412092). Place well-oiled o-rings (462055 & 462052) into grooves in drum and outer diameter of drum
driver bushing (412092). Press new bushing (412091) into end of drum opposite drum driver and press bushing (412092)
into drum driver until flange of bushings are flush against drum and driver. Secure bushings to drum and drum driver using
(2) capscrews (414819).
39
2
10
46
40
11
28
9
412091
414819
462055
462053
332166
332165
DRUM DRIVER
GROOVE
414462
462052
412092
414819
DRUM ASSEMBLY 234170 (ITEM #2)
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6. Remove output coupling (item #7) and coupling shaft (item #6) from end bearing (item
#9). Examine bearings (item #13), pressed in output coupling (item #7), for signs of
wear. Replace bearings, if necessary, by pressing old bearings from coupling and press
new bearings (item #13) into each end of output coupling (item #7). Place coupling
shaft (item #6) into bearings (item #13).
7. Remove (8) capscrews (item #15) to pull gear-housing cover from ring
gear. Remove input thrust washer, sun gear, carrier assemblies, and
GEAR HOUSING
COVER
spacer (item #13) from inside of ring gear. Examine splines of ring gear
and if necessary, remove ring gear from end bearing (item #9) by
removing (12) capscrews (item #16). Examine bushing (item #14) for
signs of wear. Replace bushing, if necessary, by pressing old bushing
from housing and pressing new bushing into place.
Apply RTV sealing compound to ring gear-mounting surface of end bearing
(item #9). Place ring gear onto end bearing, aligning holes in ring gear with
holes and gear housing end bearing. Secure ring gear to end bearing using
(12) capscrews (item #16). Torque to 40 ft-lbs, each in a criss-cross pattern.
Examine shifter shaft (item #12) for signs of wear, replace if necessary.
8. NOTE: DETERMINE MOUNTING CONFIG-
URATION OF WINCH (R.H. or L.H.
MOUNTED) BEFORE ATTACHING FRONT
AND REAR FRAME ASSEMBLY TO WINCH,
TO ASSURE PARTS ARE MOUNTED TO
PROPER SIDE, REFER TO WINCH
MOUNTING CONFIGURATIONS, PAGE 6.
Seat well-oiled quad-rings (item #38 &
#39) into groove of bushing in each end of
drum assembly (item #2), as shown.
Carefully set drum assembly (item #2)
down over motor end bearing (item #9). Lift
gear-housing end bearing (item #9) and set
into place on drum assembly. Install frame
assembly (item #1) using capscrews and
lockwashers shown below. Tighten (4)
capscrews securely, check rotation of cable
drum.
8
1
2516
16 25
39
17
25
6
14
7
14
9
21
RING GEAR
13
15
9
22
2
40
17
25
9
12
22
RING GEAR
9
9. Liberally apply grease to shoulder of input shaft (item #11). Place spring (item #45) over longer splined end of shaft. Use
grease to hold spring in place against shoulder of shaft.
Place spring and shaft through motor end bearing (item #8) and drum until shaft extends through bushing (item #14) in end
bearing (item #9). Place clutch washer (item #27) over splined end of shaft and against spring. Place end of output
coupling assembly (item #7), with longest spline inward, through end bearing bushing (item #14) and mesh shaft coupling
spline with splined end of shaft. Place short splined end of shifter shaft (item #12) through washer (item #27) and into
shaft coupling (item #6), meshing splines of shifter shaft with splines in shaft coupling. Place spacer (item #13) over
output coupling assembly (item #7).
10
11
46
8
10. Place (2) gear carrier assemblies into ring gear meshing carrier
gears with ring gear. Make sure that ring gear and carrier
assemblies are securely against end bearing (item #9). Inspect
cover o-ring for damage and replace if necessary. Attach cover to
ring gear. Use (8) capscrews (item #15) to secure gearbox cover
to gear housing end bearing. Torque capscrews to 18 ft-lbs.
each, in criss-cross pattern.
11. Pull rod from air cylinder as far as possible. Slide washer (item
#25) over setscrew (item #22) and against nut attached to air
cylinder rod. Place setscrew into hole of shifter shaft (item #12).
Attach new air cylinder (item #30) and gasket (item #33) with
sealer, to adapter using (4) capscrews (item #23). Apply Loc-tite
PST thread sealer to threads of capscrews. Torque capscrews to
5 ft-lbs. each, in criss-cross pattern.
9
15
LONGEST SPLINES
6
28
7
12
28
13
9
GEAR HOUSING
COVER
RING
GEAR
12
21
9
34
23
31
24
10
3
26
12. With pin (item #44) installed in coupling, slide coupling (item #5) over end of input shaft
below. Slide coupling over end of shaft (item #12). Place gasket (Item #34) into
position on motor mounting surface of end bearing (item #8). Insert brake shaft into
coupling. Use (2) screws (item #21) to attach brake assembly to motor end bearing.
Torque capscrews to 85 ft lbs each.
13. Attach motor (item #37) with well oiled gasket
(item #32) to brake (item #31). Use (2)
capscrews (item #20) and torque to 74 ft. lbs.
each. Securely connect tube (item #46) to elbow
(item #29), in valve (item #47), and brake (item
#31).
14. Apply Permatex to threads of pipe cap (item #43).
Thread pipe cap onto pipe nipple in bottom of gear
housing end bearing (item #9). Pour approx. 1.75
pints of SAE 80W-140 oil into end bearing. Check oil
level by removing oil plug noted below. Insert relief
fitting (item #35) and thread reducer (item #41)
into end bearing at oil fill hole.
Install winch and connect pressure lines. Apply at
least 230 PSI pressure to release brake and verify
that brake releases, by observing that the winch
drum rotates.
15. Check proper operation of clutch by applying air
pressure to clutch air cylinder to disengage clutch.
Verify that winch freespools. Re-engage clutch. A
loud noise should be heard when clutch engages.
Winch drum should not freespool.
16. Operate winch forward and reverse to verify that
drum rotates.
16 10 414561 CAPSCREW 1/2-13 NC X 1-1/4 LG HX HD GR 5 40 1 462050 QUAD. RING*
17 2 414551 CAPSCREW 1/2-13 NC X 1-1/2 LG HX HD GR 5 41 1 468017 PIPE PLUG
18 3 414935 CAPSCREW 3/8-16NC X 2-1/2 LG HX SOC HD 42 1 468024 REDUCER
19 2 414948 CAPSCREW 1/2-13NC X 1-1/4 LG SOC HD 43 1 468036 PIPE NIPPLE
20 2 414958 CAPSCREW 1/2-13NC X 4 LG SOC HD 44 1 468037 PIPE CAP
21 8 415152 BOLT – M8-1.25X30MM LG. HX HD GR 8.8 Z/P 45 1 470091 PIN
22 12 415207 BOLT – M10-1.25X60MM LG. HX HD GR 8.8 Z/P 46 1 494108 SPRING
23 1 416051 SETSCREW 5/16-24 NF X 1 LG SOC HD 47 1 509006 TUBE ASSEMBLY
24 4 416233 CAPSCREW #10-24NC X 2-1/2 LG HX SOC HD 48 1 516011 CONTROL VALVE
* THESE ITEMS ARE PART OF SEAL AND GASKET KIT #246047 WHICH ALSO INCLUDES (3) O-RINGS USED IN DRUM ASSEMBLY #234170 (SEE PAGE8) AND O-RING
USED ON GEAR BOX COVER (SEE PAGE 9).
MANUEL D’UTILISATION, DE
DÉPANNAGE ET D’ENTRETIEN
TREUIL À PLANÉTAIRE
MODÈLE RPH-20000
MISE EN GARDE : ASSUREZ-VOUS DE LIRE ET DE COMPRENDRE CE MANUEL AVANT D’INSTALLER ET D’UTILISER
LE TREUIL. N’OUBLIEZ PAS LES AVERTISSEMENTS ET MISES EN GARDE.
DIAGRAMMES DE PERFORMANCES ...............................................................................19
GUIDE DE RÉSOLUTION DES PROBLÈMES ......................................................................20
CONFIGURATIONS DE MONTAGE....................................................................................20
INSTRUCTIONS DE RÉVISION DES TREUILS....................................................................21-25
PLAN COTÉ ...................................................................................................................26
LISTE ET SCHÉMA DES PIÈCES......................................................................................27-28
RAMSEY WINCH garantit chaque treuil RAMSEY neuf contre tout défaut de matériau et de
fabrication pendant une période d’un (1) an à partir de la date d’achat. L'obligation aux termes de
cette garantie, statutaire ou autre, est limitée au remplacement ou à la réparation à l’usine du
fabricant, ou à un endroit désigné par le fabricant, de la pièce qui semblera présenter un défaut de
fabrication ou de matériau, suite à l'inspection effectuée par le fabricant.
Cette garantie n’oblige pas RAMSEY WINCH à s’acquitter des frais de main-d'œuvre ou de
ransport liés au remplacement ou à la réparation des pièces défectueuses, et ne s'applique pas à
un produit ayant subi des réparations ou des modifications (sauf si elles ont été autorisées par le
fabricant), ou en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l’équipement, de négligence ou de matériel mal
installé.
RAMSEY WINCH ne pourra en aucun cas être tenue responsable des dommages particuliers et
indirects. RAMSEY WINCH n’émet aucune garantie au sujet des accessoires et portant par
exemple sur les garanties de leurs fabricants respectifs. RAMSEY WINCH s’efforce de poursuivre
une politique d’amélioration constante et se réserve par conséquent le droit d'améliorer ses
produits par le biais de modifications de leur conception ou des matériaux employés, selon les
besoins, et sans être obligée d'incorporer ces modifications aux produits fabriqués
précédemment.
En cas d’intervention sur le terrain à la demande de l’acquéreur, et si la défaillance s’avère ne pas
provenir du produit RAMSEY WINCH, l’acquéreur s’engage à s’acquitter auprès du représentant
des frais correspondant au temps et aux dépenses.
GARANTIE LIMITÉE
Les factures d'entretien, de main-d’œuvre et autres frais engagés par l’acquéreur sans l'accord ou
l'autorisation de RAMSEY WINCH ne seront pas acceptées.
Reportez-vous à la carte de garantie pour les détails.
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TREUIL À PLANÉTAIRE MODÈLE RPH-20000
VEUILLEZ LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT CE MANUEL
Ce manuel contient des conseils utiles pour l'utilisation efficace de votre treuil Ramsey ; il aborde aussi les procédures de sécurité à connaître
absolument avant l’utilisation d’un tel équipement.
INFORMATIONS DE GARANTIE
Les treuils Ramsey sont conçus et fabriqués selon des spécifications rigoureuses. Ils font tous l’objet d’un travail soigné et compétent. En cas
de besoin, la procédure de recours en garantie est détaillée au verso de votre carte de garantie préadressée à port payé. Veuillez lire et remplir
la carte de garantie ci-jointe, et l'envoyer à Ramsey Winch Company. En cas de problème avec votre treuil, suivez les instructions fournies afin
d’obtenir un service rapide de recours en garantie.
*CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES
Traction du câble
nominale
Démultiplication25.53:1
Poids (sans le câble)
Couche de câble
*Traction Nominale
Par Couche De Câble
Capacité De Câble
Par Couche
* Vitesse du câble
(à 56 l/min)
*Ces caractéristiques techniques sont basées sur un câble de 14 mm et sur un
moteur de 131 cm³/tr.
Remarque : les tractions nominales indiquées sont uniquement pour le treuil. Consultez le fabricant du câble pour les caractéristiques
nominales de ce dernier.
AVERTISSEMENTS :
L’embrayage doit être entièrement enclenché avant de commencer tout treuillage.
Ne relâchez jamais l’embrayage en présence d’une charge.
Ne laissez pas l’embrayage enclenché lorsque le treuil n’est pas utilisé.
Ne vous placez jamais sous une charge soulevée ni à proximité.
Restez à l’écart du câble lors du treuillage. N’essayez pas de guider le câble.
Ne dépassez pas les caractéristiques de traction nominales maximales indiquées dans le tableau.
N’utilisez pas le treuil pour soulever, maintenir ou transporter des personnes.
Il convient de conserver au minimum cinq tours de câble autour du tambour pour maintenir la charge.
L’attache du câble n’est pas conçue pour assurer le maintien d’une charge.
Dans les applications de transport d’automobiles, veillez à bien fixer le véhicule sur le porte-voitures. La
charge imposée au câble du treuil ne doit pas être maintenue pendant le transport. N’utilisez pas le
treuil comme dispositif d’attache.
Lorsque vous treuillez une lourde charge, placez une couverture, une veste ou une bâche sur le câble à
environ 1,8 m du crochet.
Évitez tous risques de glissement de la charge ou d’à-coups à son niveau, car ils pourraient s’avérer
dangereux.
MONTAGE DU CADRE DU TREUIL
Utilisez huit boulons de 13 mm de diamètre de grade 5 ou plus pour fixer le cadre de montage sur la dépanneuse.
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