Ramsey Winch RPH-20000 (RAMSEY GBX) - Manual (Page 7)

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 not plugged. Lubricate
cable with light oil.
B. MONTHLY
1. Check the winch mounting bolts. If any are missing, replace them and securely tighten any that
are loose. Use grade 5 or better bolts.
2. Inspect the cable. If the cable has become frayed with broken strands, replace immediately.
C. ANNUALLY
1. Drain the oil from the winch annually or more often if winch is used frequently.
2. Fill the winch to the oil level plug with clean kerosene. Run the winch a few seconds with no load
in the reel in direction. Drain the kerosene from the winch.
3. Refill the winch to the oil level plug with all purpose SAE 80W-140 gear oil.
4. Inspect frame and surrounding structure for cracks or deformation.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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CONDITIONS POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
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OIL LEAKS FROM WINCH
1. Seals damaged or worn. 1. Replace seal.
2. Too much oil. 2. Drain excess oil. Refer
to OPERATION.
3. Damaged gaskets. 3. Replace gaskets.
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WINCH RUNS TOO SLOW
1. Low flow rate 1. Check flow rate. Refer to
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
flow chart page 3.
2. Hydraulic motor worn out. 2. Replace motor.
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CABLE DRUM WILL NOT
Clutch not disengaged Check air pressure to clutch
FREESPOOL cylinder 90 PSI minimum
required-Refer to page 13.
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BRAKE WILL NOT RELEASE
Air in hydraulic system Bleed air from brake. Refer
to page 12.
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