Ramsey Winch HD-P10000X - Manual (Page 3)

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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
This manual contains useful ideas for 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 war-
ranty card. Please read and fill out the enclosed warranty card and send it to Ramsey Winch Company. If you have
any problems with your 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:
A MOTOR SPOOL (OPEN CENTER) DIRECTIONAL CONTROL VALVE IS REQUIRED FOR BRAKE OPERATION.
CLUTCH MUST BE FULLY ENGAGED BEFORE STARTING THE WINCH.
DO NOT DISENGAGE CLUTCH UNDER LOAD.
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.
IN CAR CARRIER APPLICATIONS, AFTER PULLING VEHICLE ON CARRIER, BE SURE TO SECURE VEHICLE TO
CARRIER BED. DO NOT MAINTAIN LOAD ON WINCH CABLE WHILE TRANSPORTING VEHICLE. DO NOT USE
WINCH AS A TIEDOWN.
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.