Ramsey Winch RE 8000 & 12000 - Manual

CAUTION: Read and understand this manual before installation and operation of winch. See Safety Precautions!
RE 8000 12 and 24V
Layer of Cable 1 2 3 4 5
(lbs) 8,000 6,800 6,000 5,300 4,800
(kg) 3,620 3,080 2,710 2,400 2,170
(ft) 20 50 80 120 150
(m) 6 15 24 36 45
(lbs) NO 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,000
(kg) LOAD 900 1,810 2,710 3,620
(FPM) 12V 20 9.5 7.0 5.3 4.3
24V 15 7.5 5.5 4 3
12V 6.1 2.9 2.1 1.6 1.3
(MPM) 24V 4.5 2.2 1.6 1.2 0.9
12V 90 170 235 305 370
24V 36 75 105 140 170
Amp Draw
Rated Line Pull Per Layer
Cumulative Cable Cap. Per Layer*
5/16" (8mm) dia. Cable
Line Pull First Layer
Line Speed First Layer
RE 12000/12000X 12 and 24V
Layer of Cable 1 2 3 4
(lbs) 12,000 10,000 8,500 7,500
(kg) 5,430 4,530 3,890 3,390
(ft) 20 40 70 100
(m) 6 12 21 30
(ft) 25 60 95 125
(m) 7 18 26 38
(lbs) NO 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,000 10,000 12,000
(kg) LOAD 900 1,810 2,710 3,620 4,530 5,430
(FPM) 12V 16 8 6.5 5.3 4.4 3.8 3.3
24V 14 7 5 4 3.5 2.5 2
12V 4.9 2.6 2 1.6 1.3 1.2 1
(MPM) 24V 4.2 2.1 1.5 1.2 1 0.7 0.6
12V 80 150 200 250 290 335 380
24V 30 50 85 110 135 160 190
(X Drum)
Amp Draw
Rated Line Pull Per Layer
Cumulative Cable Cap. Per Layer*
3/8" (9.5mm) dia. Cable
Line Speed First Layer
Line Pull First Layer
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® clutch disengages for free spooling
and is spring loaded for positive engagement. It was designed and manu-
factured 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 follow our guidelines for
operation, your Ramsey Winch will give you many years of satisfying serv-
ice. Thank you for choosing Ramsey. You will be glad you have one working
for you.
Please Note: Ramsey RE 8000 and RE 12000 Series winches are
designed for front mount vehicle use. The winches are 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, complete line of winches for
industrial/commercial use. Please contact the factory for further informa-
tion.
* Depends on cable being uniformly wound onto drum.
Ramsey performance data is compiled from actual winch testing.
Ramsey Winch Company
Owner’s Manual
Front Mount Electric Winch
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Français . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Deutsch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
CONTENTS
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Tips For Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Techniques of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Cable Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Electrical connections and Operations . . . . . . . . .4
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Winch Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
Solenoid Parts List/Fairleads & Switch . . . . . . . .8
Test Procedure for Solenoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Test Procedure for Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11