Ramsey Winch RE-12000 SPECIAL FOR H-1 HUMMVEE MOUNTING KIT User Manual
Ramsey Winch For the car
Congratulations
You have purchased the finest winch available in its service
class. It features a strong worm and gear drive to provide load
reversing protection. An exclusive semi-automatic RAM-LOK
TM
clutch disengaes for free-spooling and is spring loaded for
positive engagement. It 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
was 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 operations from your Ramsey
Winch and safety procedures you need to know before begin-
ning use. When you follow 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 RE 12000 Series winches are designed
for front mount vehicle use. It is not designed for and should
not be used in industrial applications (car haulers/carriers,
wreckers, hoisting, etc.) and Ramsey does not warrant them
to be suitable for such use. Ramsey makes a separate, com-
plete line of winches for industrial/commercial use. Please
contact the factory for further information.
Ramsey Winch Company
OWNER’S MANUAL
Front Mount Electric Winch
RE 12000
Special for Military H-1 Hummvee
Layer of Cable
1
2
3
4
(lbs)
12,000
10,000
8,600
7,500
(kg)
5,450
4,540
3,900
3,400
(ft)*
20
40
70
100
(m)*
6
12
21
30
(lbs)
NO
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
(kg)
LOAD
900
1,810
2,720
3,630
4,540
5,450
Line Speed First Layer
(FPM)
14
7
5
4
3.5
2.5
2
(MPM)
4.2
2.1
1.5
1.2
1
0.7
0.6
Amp Draw
24V
30
50
85
110
135
160
190
* Depends on cable being uniformly wound onto drum.
Rated Line Pull Per Layer
Cumulative Cable
Capacity Per Layer
(3/8" - 9mm - dia. Cable)
Line Pull First Layer
Contents
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Tips for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Techniques of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Electrical Connections and Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Cable Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Winch Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
Test Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
CAUTION: Read and understand this manual before installation and operation of winch. See precautions.