Ramsey Winch RPH-50000 LARGE FLANGE W/AIR TENSIONER (OBSOLETE) - Manual (Page 4)

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RAMSEY HYDRAULIC PLANETARY WINCH MODEL RPH 50,000
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
This manual contains useful ideas in obtaining the most efficient operation from your Ramsey Winch, and
safety procedures one needs to know before operating a Ramsey Winch. Do not operate this winch until
you have carefully read and understand the "WARNINGS" and "OPERATION" sections of this manual.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Ramsey Winches are designed and built to exacting specifications. Great care and skill go into every winch
we make. If the need should arise, warranty procedure is outlined on the back of your self-addressed
postage paid warranty card. Please read and fill out the enclosed warranty card and send it to Ramsey
Winch Company. If you have any problems with our winch, please follow instructions for prompt service on
all warranty claims. Refer to back page for limited warranty.
SPECIFICATIONS *
Rated Line Pull (lbs).............................................................................................................50,000
(Kg)..............................................................................................................22,650
Gear Reduction ...................................................................................................................51.35:1
Weight (without cable)......................................................................................... 750 lbs. (341 Kg)
LAYER OF CABLE 1 2 3 4 5
Lbs. 50,000 41,800 36,000 31,600 28,100 Rated line pull
per layer*
Kg 22,650 18,930 16,300 14,310 12,720
Ft. 35 75 125 180 240 Cable capacity*
M 10 22 38 54 72
FPM 23 27 31 35 40 Line Speed
(at 25 GPM)*
MPM 7.0 8.2 9.4 10.6 12.1
* These specifications are based on recommended wire rope of .75 inch dia. extra improved plow
steel or equivalent.
NOTE: The rated line pulls shown are for the winch only. Consult the wire rope manufacturer for wire rope
ratings.
WARNINGS
:
VERIFY PROPER COUNTERBALANCE VALVE CARTRIDGE AND PLUG POSITION FOR SPECIFIC
INSTALLATION – SEE PAGE 16.
CLUTCH MUST BE TOTALLY ENGAGED BEFORE STARTING THE WINCHING OPERATION.
DO NOT START WINCH MOTOR BEFORE ENGAGING CLUTCH.
DO NOT DISENGAGE CLUTCH UNDER LOAD.
STAY OUT FROM UNDER AND AWAY FROM RAISED LOADS.
STAND CLEAR OF CABLE WHILE PULLING. DO NOT TRY TO GUIDE CABLE.
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM LINE PULL RATINGS SHOWN IN TABLE.
DO NOT USE WINCH TO LIFT, SUPPORT, OR OTHERWISE TRANSPORT PEOPLE.
A MINIMUM OF 5 WRAPS OF CABLE AROUND THE DRUM BARREL IS NECESSARY TO HOLD THE
LOAD. CABLE ANCHOR IS NOT DESIGNED TO HOLD LOAD.