Ramsey Winch RPH-50000 SHORT DRUM W/AIR TENSIONER & 2-SPEED MOTOR User Manual

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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.

3. 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 fre-

quently.

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 tiebars and surrounding structure for cracks or deformation.