Ramsey Winch DC-200 RAM-LOK - Manual (Page 3)

RAMSEY ELECTRICAL WINCH MODEL DC-200 SERIES
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY.
This manual contains useful ideas in obtaining the most efficient operation from your Ramsey Winch, and safety procedures one needs to
know before operating a Ramsey Winch.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Ramsey Winches are designed and built to exacting specifications. Great care and skill go into every winch we make. If the need should
arise, warranty procedure is outlined on the back of your self-addressed postage paid warranty card. Please read and fill out the enclosed
warranty card and send it to Ramsey Winch Company. If you have any problems with your winch, please follow instructions for prompt serv-
ice on all warranty claims.
* SPECIFICATIONS: Conforms to SAE J706**
lbs. ………………………………………………………………… 8,000
Kg. ………………………………………………………………… 3,620
DC-200 ………………………………………………………………… 470
DC-246 ………………………………………………………………… 360
116 lbs (52.7 Kg)
105 lbs (47.6 Kg.)
250° F (121° C)
1 2 3 4
lbs. 8,000 6,700 5,700 5,000
Kg. 3,620 3,030 2,580 2,260
ft. 25 60 95 140
m 7 18 28 42
ft. 15 30 55 75
m 4 9 16 22
FPM 15 30 55 75
MPM 4 9 16 22
Line Speed
Short Drum Cable
Capacity per Layer
Total Gear
Reduction
MAXIMUM GEAR BOX OIL TEMPERATURE SHOULD NOT EXCEED…………………………..
** Winch only comforms to SAE J706. For SAE qualifications for mounting angles, if applicable, consult Ramsey
Engineering.
NOTE: The rated line pulls shown are for the winch only. Consult wire rope manufacturer for wire rope
ratings.
Rated Line Pull
1st Layer
DC-200/DC-246 (long drum).…………………………………………….
DCY-200/DCY-246 (short drum).…………………………………………
Weight:
* These specifications are based on recommended 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) diameter extra improved plow steel (EIPS) wire rope
or equivalent.
LAYER OF CABLE
* Rated line pull
per layer
Long Drum Cable
Capacity per Layer
WARNINGS
CLUTCH MUST BE TOTALLY ENGAGED BEFORE STARTING THE WINCHING OPERATION.
DO NOT DISENGAGE CLUTCH UNDER LOAD.
DO NOT LEAVE CLUTCH ENGAGED WHEN WINCH IS NOT IN USE.
STAY OUT FROM UNDER AND AWAY FROM RAISED LOADS.
STAND CLEAR OF CABLE WHILE PULLING. DO NOT TRY TO GUIDE CABLE.
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM LINE PULL RATINGS SHOWN IN TABLE.
DO NOT USE WINCH TO LIFT, SUPPORT, OR OTHERWISE TRANSPORT PERSONNEL.
A MINIMUM OF 5 WRAPS OF CABLE AROUND THE DRUM BARREL IS NECESSARY TO HOLD THE LOAD. CABLE
CLAMP IS NOT DESIGNED TO HOLD LOAD.
DISCONNECT THE REMOTE CONTROL SWITCH FROM WINCH WHEN NOT IN USE.
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