Ramsey Winch RE8000 Owner'S Manual Download

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Installation

Winches shown in this owner’s manual are solely and exclu-
sively designed for vehicle mounted, non-industrial applica-
tions. Use in other applications will void warranty.

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 hous-
ing and gear housing bolted to the angles or frame. See
below for dimensions.

Substitution of attaching hardware items (bolts, nuts, or wash-
ers) 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 recom-
mended 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.

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 inde-
structible. 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”

“OUT”

The switch is also color coded to aid you in not having to
guess at the direction your winch will run. Pushing both but-
tons at the same time will not damage your winch in any way.

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 ten-

sion 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

semi-automatic clutch provides free spooling

and clutch engagement with cable drum. With the clutch dis-
engaged, 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.