Ramsey Winch RPH-35000 W/ 2 SPEED MOTOR - Manual (Page 6)

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 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.
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Seals damaged or worn Replace seal.
Too much oil Drain excess oil. Refer to Operation.
Damaged gasket Replace gasket.
Low flow rate
Check flow rate. Refer to Specifications
page 1.
Hydraulic motor worn out Replace motor.
CABLE DRUM WILL NOT
FREESPOOL
Clutch not disengaged
Check air pressure to clutch cylinder 90
PSI minimum required. Refer to drawing
page 15 for more information.
BRAKE WILL NOT
RELEASE
Air in hydraulic system Bleed air from brake. Refer to page 12.
OIL LEAKS FROM WINCH
WINCH RUNS TOO SLOW
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