Ramsey Winch PROPLUS 6000/8000T - Manual (Page 5)

Operating Instructions
The winch clutch allows rapid unspooling of the cable for hook-
ing onto the load or anchor point. The clutch is operated by the
shifter knob located on the gear housing end of the winch as
follows:
1. To disengage the clutch, move the clutch shifter knob to the
"OUT" position. Wire rope may now be freespooled off the
drum.
2. To engage the clutch, move the clutch shifter knob to the "IN"
position. The winch is now ready for pulling.
Electrical Connections and Operations
For normal self-recovery work, your existing electrical system
is adequate. Your battery must be kept in good condition. A
fully charged battery and proper connections are essential. Run
the vehicle engine during winching operations to keep battery
charged.
Route battery cables up to battery. CAUTION: BE SURE BAT-
TERY CABLES ARE NOT DRAWN TAUT ACROSS ANY SUR-
FACES WHICH COULD POSSIBLY DAMAGE THEM. Connect
red cable to positive (+) battery terminal. Connect black
ground cable to negative (-) terminal of battery and to winch
mounting bolt on motor end of winch (see FIGURE 1).
An emergency stop switch (reference Ramsey part no.
282053) is required between the positive (+) battery terminal
and the red winch cable. An overload device is required to pre-
vent winch from exceeding the rated line pull.
The remote control switch is waterproof. It has push button
stations on either side. It is designed this way to prevent quick
winch reversals which lead to solenoid failure. Make sure the
motor has stopped fully before reversing. To actuate winch,
simply plug remote control switch into receptacle in cover of
winch. Run winch forward and reverse to check connection
and to determine winch operating directions. Snap appropriate
“IN” and “OUT” disc into proper thumb cavity. The switch is
also color coded to aid you in not having to guess at the direc-
tion your winch will run. Pushing both buttons at the same time
will not damage your winch in any way. DO NOT LEAVE
SWITCH PLUGGED IN WHEN WINCH IS NOT IN USE.
Corrosion on electrical connections will reduce the perform-
ance or may cause a short. Clean all connections, especially in
remote control switch and receptacle. In salty environments
use a silicone sealer to protect from corrosion.
Lubrication/Cable Installation
All moving parts in the winch are permanently lubricated with
high temperature lithium grease at the time of assembly. Under
normal conditions, factory lubrication will suffice.
Lubricate the cable periodically using light penetrating oil.
Inspect for broken strands and replace if necessary. If the cable
becomes worn or damaged it must be replaced.
Unwind the new cable by rolling it out along the ground to pre-
vent kinking. Remove old cable and observe the manner in
which it is attached to the cable drum flange.
Before installing the new cable assembly, securely wrap the end
of the cable with plastic tape or similar tape to prevent fraying.
Position the cable drum so that the large 13/32” diameter hole
in the motor end drum flange is approximately on the top. Form
a short bend (approximately 1/2” long) in the end of the cable.
Insert the bend into the 13/32” hole in the drum flange and then
carefully run the winch in the “reel in” direction approximately
3/4 revolution until the 1/4” diameter threaded hole in the drum
flange is on top. Secure the cable to the drum flange using
cable anchor and capscrew shown in the parts drawing on
page 7. Securely tighten the capscrew, but do not over-tighten.
Wind 5 wraps of cable onto the drum. Wind on the rest of the
cable by pulling in a light load to keep the tension constant.
Allow the cable to swivel by using a length of chain or a swivel
block between the cable hook and the load.
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