Ramsey Winch SYNTHETIC ROPE KIT 251262 - Manual (Page 2)

Tips for Safe Operation
Do not expose rope to chemicals or heat sources.
Avoid prolonged exposure of synthetic rope to ultraviolet rays from sunlight which
can degrade rope strength over time. Use a winch cover over winch and rope when
not in use.
Any sharp bend in the rope under load decreases its strength substantially and may
cause premature damage or failure. Sheave diameters on rotating snatch blocks
should be at least 8 times the rope diameter (3” for 3/8” rope).
Avoid pulling rope over rough surfaces or sharp edges. Slide the protective sleeve
along the length of the rope to place it at a location where the rope would encounter
rough surfaces such as rock or tree branches.
The 10’ long protective sleeve can be cut into two 5’ lengths for greater flexibility in
protecting the synthetic rope. Remove the protective sleeve from the rope before
cutting into two lengths, use a cigarette lighter to fuse the cut ends so they will not
unravel, and then slide the two pieces back on the rope.
See Rope Inspection, page 7 for information on when to replace the synthetic rope.
Maintenance
The most important part of maintenance of the synthetic rope is to inspect it regu-
larly. Any time the winch is used, the synthetic rope should be inspected thoroughly
as described on page 7.
Likewise, inspect the protective sleeve and replace if it becomes torn, fused, or
threadbare.
Keep the rope and protective sleeve free of moisture, grease, dirt or other debris. If
necessary, clean with a damp cloth.
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