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Ramsey Winch RPH-20000 (RAMSEY GBX) User Manual

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14.Apply Permatex to threads of pipe cap (item #43). Thread pipe cap onto pipe nipple in bottom of

gear housing end bearing (item #9). Pour approx. 1.25 pints of SAE 80W-140 oil into end bear-
ing. Check oil level by removing oil plug noted below. Insert relief fitting (item #35) and thread
reducer (item #41) into end bearing at oil fill hole. Be sure breather vent (item #36) and relief fit-
ting (item #35) are not damaged and in good operating condition. Replace if necessary.

Install winch and connect pressure lines. Bleed pressure release section of brake by loosening
bleeder fitting on brake and allowing air to escape while slowly applying hydraulic system pres-
sure to the winch (refer to bleeder fitting in step 13). Apply at least 230 PSI pressure to release
brake and verify that brake releases, by observing that the winch drum rotates.

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