Ramsey Winch RPH-8000Y (JERR-DAN) - Manual (Page 3)

RAMSEY HYDRAULIC PLANETARY WINCH MODEL RPH-8000-Y
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 "WARNING" 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*
NOTE: The rated line pulls shown are for the winch only. Consult the wire rope manufacturer for wire rope ratings.
WARNINGS:
CLUTCH MUST BE FULLY ENGAGED BEFORE STARTING THE WINCH.
DO NOT DISENGAGE CLUTCH UNDER LOAD.
DO NOT LEAVE A LOAD ON THE WINCH DURING TRANSIT.
DO NOT LEAVE CLUTCH ENGAGED WHEN WINCH IS NOT IN USE.
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 PERSONNEL.
A MINIMUM OF 5 WRAPS OF CABLE AROUND THE DRUM BARREL IS NECESSARY TO HOLD THE
LOAD. CABLE CLAMP (SETSCREW) IS NOT DESIGNED TO HOLD LOAD.
WHEN PULLING A HEAVY LOAD PLACE A BLANKET, JACKET, OR TARPAULIN OVER THE CABLE
FIVE OR SIX FEET FROM THE HOOK.
AVOID CONDITIONS WHERE LOAD SHIFTS OR JERKS OCCUR, AS THEY MAY INDICATE A
DANGEROUS SITUATION.
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