Ramsey Winch HD-234 - Manual (Page 6)

WARNINGS
CLUTCH MUST BE TOTALLY ENGAGED BEFORE STARTING THE WINCHING OPERA-
TION.
DO NOT DISENGAGE CLUTCH UNDER LOAD.
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 PEOPLE.
A MINIMUM OF 5 WRAPS OF CABLE AROUND THE DRUM BARREL IS NECESSARY
TO HOLD THE LOAD. CABLE ANCHOR IS NOT DESIGNED TO HOLD LOAD.
WINCH MAINTENANCE
Adhering to the following maintenance schedule will keep your winch in top condition and
performing as it should with a minimum of repair.
A. WEEKLY
1. Check the oil level and maintain it to the oil level plug. If oil is leaking out, determine
location and repair.
2. Check the pressure relief plug in top of the gear housing. Be sure that it is in good oper-
ating condition so that hot oil gases may escape.
3. Lubricate cable with light oil.
B. MONTHLY
1. Lubricate the various grease fittings located in the cable drum, end bearing, clutch hous-
ing, or clutch operating linkage. Any good grade of moly-disulfide containing grease is
acceptable.
2. Check the action of the sliding clutch—ensure it is fully engaging and disengaging with
the cable drum. To observe if the clutch is fully engaging, remove the plastic plug in top
of the housing. If clutch is not fully engaging:
• Inspect clutch shifter assembly parts, check for damage or excessive wear and
replace as necessary.
• Observe the jaws on both the clutch and cable drum, checking for rounding of the
driving faces. If rounding has occurred they should be replaced immediately.
3. Check the winch mounting bolts. If any are missing, replace them and securely tighten
any that are loose. Make sure to use only SAE grade 5 bolts or better.
4. Check alignment of chain and sprockets and adjust as required to minimize wear.
5. Inspect the cable. If the cable has become frayed with broken strands, replace immedi-
ately.
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