Ramsey Winch H 700 DOW-LOK W/ COUNTERBALANCE VALVE, LESS BRAKE - Manual (Page 5)

WINCH MAINTENANCE
Adhering to the following maintenance schedule will keep your winch in top condition and performing
as it should with a minimum of repair.
WEEKLY
1. Check the oil level and maintain it to the oil plug level. If oil is leaking out, determine location
and repair.
2. Check the pressure relief plug in top of gear housing. Be sure that it is in good operating
condition so that hot oil gasses may escape.
3. Lubricate cable with light oil.
MONTHLY
1. Lubricate the various grease fittings located in the drum cable, end bearing, clutch housing or
operating linkage. Any good grade of moly-disulfide containing grease is acceptable.
2. Check the action of the locking ring. Make sure it is spring loaded and free to move fully
against the cable drum in the engaged position and that it is pulled fully away from the cable
drum and latched when disengaged.
3. Check the winch mounting bolts. If any are missing, replace them and securely tighten any
that are loose. Make sure to use only Grade 5 bolts or better.
4. Check alignment of chain and sprockets and adjust as required to minimize wear.
5. Inspect the cable. If the cable has become frayed with broken strands, replace immediately.
ANNUALLY
1. Drain the oil from the winch annually or more often if the winch is used frequently.
2. Fill the winch to the oil level plug with clean kerosene. Run the winch a few minutes with no
load in the direction. Drain the kerosene from the winch.
3. Refill the winch to the oil plug level with all purpose E.P. 140 gear oil.
4. Inspect frame and surrounding structure for cracks or deformation.
5. Gear wear can be estimated by rocking the drum back and forth and if necessary
drain oil and remove cover for closer inspection.
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