Ramsey Winch RPH-25000 QUANTUM W/2-SPD MOTOR - Manual (Page 6)

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WARNING: Do not attempt to engage the clutch by first running the winch motor and then moving the clutch
control valve to the "clutch-engaged" position while the motor is running. Do not start picking up the load at the
same time the clutch is being engaged.
To disengage clutch:
1. Run the winch in the "cable out" direction until the load is off the cable.
2. Move the clutch control valve to the "clutch-disengaged" position.
The cable may now be pulled off by hand.
2 SPEED CONTROL OPERATION
Your winch is equipped with a 2-speed hydraulic motor. It is controlled by the application of 12 vDC to the
Motor Control Valve solenoid (see Typical Layout below). DO NOT CHANGE MOTOR SPEED WHILE WINCH
IS IN OPERATION. LOSS OF LOAD CONTROL AND/OR DAMAGE TO YOUR WINCH COULD RESULT.
WINCH OPERATION
The best way to get acquainted with how your winch operates is to make test runs before you use it. Plan your
test in advance. Remember, you hear your winch, as well as see it operate; learn to recognize the sounds of a
light steady pull, a heavy pull, and sounds caused by load jerking or shifting. Gain confidence in operating your
winch and its use will become second nature with you.
The uneven spooling of cable, while pulling a load, is not a problem, unless there is a cable pileup on one end
of drum. If this happens reverse the winch to relieve the load and move your anchor point further to the center
of the vehicle. After the job is done you can unspool and rewind for a neat lay of the cable.
CONTROL VALVE
3 POSITION
4 WAY VALVE
(MOTOR SPOOL)
HIGH PRESSURE LINE
DUAL-A & B PORT CONTROL
WITH BRAKE RELEASE SHUTTLE
BRAKE
PORT
B
MOTOR
A
TYPICAL LAYOUT
LOW PRESSURE LINE
PUMP
AND 2 SPEED CONTROL
12 vDC