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RAMSEY HYDRAULIC PLANETARY WINCH MODEL 15K
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 your winch, please follow instructions for prompt service
on all warranty claims. Refer to back page for limited warranty.
SPECIFICATIONS*
CLUTCH MUST BE FULLY 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.
NOTE:
The rated line pulls shown are for the winch only. Consult the wire rope manufacturer for wire rope ratings
Rated Line Pull
(lbs.) ………………………………………………………………………….
15,000
(Kg.) ………………………………..………………………………………..
(6800)
Gear Reduction …………………………………………..………………………………………
21:1
Weight (without cable)
15K Winch………………………………….…………….………….
337 lbs
LAYER OF CABLE
1
2
3
4
5
*Rated line pull
per layer
lbs.
Kg.
15,000
6,800
13,000
5,890
11,400
5,170
10,200
4,620
9,200
4,170
* Cable Capacity per Layer
20K Winch
ft.
m
30
9
70
21
115
35
165
20
220
67
** Line Speed
(at 30 GPM)
FPM
MPM
53
(16.1)
60
(18.2)
67
(20.3)
75
(22.8)
82
(24.9)
* Cable Capacity per layer
** These specifications are based on recommended wire rope of 9/16” (14 mm)
diameter EIPS cable and a 11.9 cu. in / Rev. motor.
WARNINGS:
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