Ramsey Winch ATV-2500 W_MINI ROCKER SWITCH - Manual

Ramsey Winch Company
OWNER'S MANUAL
ATV Electric Winch
Model ATV2500
with Mini Rocker Switch
Congratulations
You have purchased the finest winch available in its service class. It features a highly efficient 3 stage
planetary gear set which transmits torque from a permanent magnet motor. A safe positive clutch allows
free spooling for quick cable deployment. Your Ramsey winch 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 fol-
low 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.
Please Note: Ramsey ATV 2500 winches are designed for ATV use. This winch is not designed to be used in industrial applications
(car haulers /carriers, wreckers, hoisting, etc.), and Ramsey does not warrant it to be suitable for such use. Ramsey makes a separate,
complete line of winches for industrial/commercial use. Please contact the factory for further information.
CAUTION: R EAD AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF WINCH . S EE S AFETY P RECAUTIONS .
* CABLE MUST BE UNIFORMLY WOUND ONTO DRUM.
1,133
2,500
1
2.12
7
LAYER OF CABLE
(3/16"-4.8 mm- dia. cable)
4.5
63
453
1,000
45 18
5.3
227
500
20.8
6.3
LOAD
NO
15 17.6
84
12.3
3.8
680
1,500
11.3
37
716
1,580
4.56
15
947
2,090
7.6
25
815
1,800
2 3
15.2
50
634
1,400
4 5
(lbs)
(kgs)
Rated line pull per layer
Cumulative cable
capacity per layer (ft)*
(m)*
Line pull (lbs)
(kgs)
Line speed (fpm)
(mpm)
Amp draw (12v)
2,000
906
10.2
3.0
96
first layer
first layer
2,500
1,133
8.5
2.6
121
ATV2500 WINCH
Note: Fairlead does not attach directly to winch. Winch
shown with mounting plate (P/N 251073), sold separately.