Ramsey Front Mount Electric Winch Patriot 15000 User's Manual
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1. PATRIOT 15000 Ramsey Winch Company OWNERS MANUAL FRONT MOUNT ELECTRIC WINCH Model Patriot 15000 LAYER OF CABLE 1 RATED LINE PULL LBS 15 000 PER LAYER KGS 6 800 CUMULATIVE CABLE FT 15 CAPACITY PER LAYER M 4 5 DEPENDS ON 7 16 11mm DIA CABLE BEING UNIFORMLY WOUND ONTO DRUM LINE PULL FIRST LAYER LINE SPEED FIRST LAYER 12 V LINE SPEED FIRST LAYER 24V AMP DRAW Congratulations You have purchased the finest winch available in its service class It features a highly efficient 3 stage planetary gear set which transmits torque from a series wound D C motor A safe positive clutch allows free spooling for quick cable deployment An automatic load holding brake is designed to hold the full rated capacity of the winch It was designed and manufactured to provide you with the utmost in utility As with any device that combines power and movement in its use there are dangers if improperly used At the same time there are easier and faster ways for getting the job done if certain precautions are taken first Please read this manual carefully It contains useful ideas in obtaining the most efficient operation from your Ramsey Winch and safety procedures you need to know before beginning use When you follow our guidlines for operation your Ramsey Winch will give you many years of satisfying service Thank you for choosing Ramsey You w2. for Ramsey Universal Remote Control No OM 914057 included with wireless remote Maintenance Check monthly the action of the clutch making sure it is fully engaging and disengaging If clutch is not fully engaging inspect clutch shifter assembly parts check for damage or excessive wear and replace as necessary Corrosion on electrical connections will reduce performance or may cause a short Clean all connections especially in the remote control switch and receptacle In salty environments use a silicone sealer to protect from corrosion To minimize corrosion of the internal motor components that may occur due to condensation power the winch in or out periodically Energizing the motor will generate heat which will help dissipate any moisture buildup in the motor This should be performed at periodic intervals such as with each oil change to your vehicle Note Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide if the motor has been submerged All moving parts in the winch are permanently lubricated with Mobilith SHC 007 synthetic grease at the time of assembly Under normal conditions factory lubrication will suffice Lubricate cable periodically using light penetrating oil Inspect for broken strands and replace if necessary If the cable becomes worn or damaged it must be replaced Cable Installation 1 Unwind cable by rolling it out along the ground to prevent kinking Securely wrap end of cable opposite hook with plastic or si
3. 234192 DRUM ASSEMBLY 414469 CAPSCREW 7 16 14NC X 1 1 4 LG HX HD Z P GR5 247028 INPUT GEAR CARRIER ASSY 416030 SETSCREW 1 4 20NC X 3 8 HALF DOG POINT 247035 INTERMEDIATE GEAR CARRIER ASSY 416059 SETSCREW 3 8 16NC X 1 2 LG 251183 ROLLER FAIRLEAD 251230 CABLE ASSY 90 X7 16 W HOOK 418049 NUT 7 16 14NC HEX REG Z P 278178 SOLENOID ASSY 12V 278187 SOLENOID ASSY 24V 282001 SWITCH ASSY 12FT LG STD 289141 WIRE ASSY GROUND 458135 MOTOR 12V 458136 MOTOR 24V 296600 COUPLING MOTOR 296601 BRAKE ASSY 328138 COVER GEAR HOUSING 334153 INPUT SUN GEAR 418198 LOCKWASHER 7 16 418204 FLAT WASHER 7 16 418458 SPACER CLUTCH SHAFT 426042 PLUNGER CLUTCH MANUAL 438033 BRAKE SHELL 442208 GASKET GEAR HOUSING COVER 442219 GASKET RING GEAR 444077 GEAR RING INPUT amp INTERMEDIATE 444084 GEAR RING OUTPUT 462046 O RING 2 1 4 OD X 1 8 462064 O RING 7 16 OD X 1 16 470097 SPIROL PIN 1 8 X 3 4 470088 PIN SPRING 1 8 X 5 8 486080 SEAL GEAR HOUSING 489025 SHAFT SHIFTER CLUTCH 490037 SNAP RING 494104 SPRING SHIFTER CLUTCH 518020 THRUST WASHER 1 39 ID 518027 THRUST DISC 035 X 922 518066 THRUST WASHER 518060 WASHER CLUTCH LEVER 518061 SPACER INPUT INTERM GEAR 338346 END BEARING 334184 INTERM SUN GEAR 334193 OUTPUT SUN GEAR EFFECTIVE S N L34804007 336029 CLUTCH LEVER 338347 END BEARING GEAR 357514 INPUT SHAFT 395419 TIE BAR 412084 BUSHING D
4. RUM MOTOR END 412085 BUSHING DRUM GEAR END 414055 CAPSCREW 1 4 20UNC X 1 2 LG HX HD 414038 CAPSCREW 1 4 20UNC X 3 4 LG HX HD 414159 CAPSCREW 5 16 18UNC X 2 50 LG HX HD 414462 CAPSCREW 7 16 14NC X 1 LG HX HD Z P GR5 6 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 Solenoid Assembly Parts List Patriot 15000 278178 12V 278187 24V 289015 WIRE BATTERY CABLE 289164 WIRE MOTOR LEAD 408342 BRACKET 413094 COVER SOLENOID 416227 SCREW 10 24NC X 3 4 TRUSS 416239 SCREW 10 24NC X 3 8 LG 416281 SCREW SELF 14 20 X 3 8 LGHXHD 418004 NUT HEX 10 24NC REG 418141 LOCKWASHER 10 A y 418519 CLIP NUT 10 24 NS y 430022 CONNECTOR FEMALE f 440260 COPPER STRAP A q 440262 SOLENOID 12V Z Z 440265 SOLENOID 24V A 440276 WIRE SOLENOID GROUND 472076 BUSHING ELEC CABLE GUARD 482029 COVER FEMALE RECEPTACLE 2 2 3 1 4 4 4 1 2 1 GREEN o wN a RED gt fe YELLOW TO GROUND SUPPLIED WITH SOLENOID 5 GROUND WIRE NOTES NOTES Warranty Information Ramsey Winches are designed and built to exacting specifications 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 yo
5. able operates is to make a few test runs before you actually Also open the vehicle hood for additional protection need to use it Plan your test in advance Remember you hear your winch as well as see it operate Get to Use the vehicle wheel power to help the winch but don t recognize the sound of a light steady pull a heavy pull overtake the winch line Plan your pull You can t always and sounds caused by load jerking or shifting The hook up and pull out in one step Examine all the areas winch may make more noise when running in the for anchoring possibilities as well as leverage situations out direction under load This noise should direction and goal decrease with use and is not detrimental to the winch operation Soon you will gain confidence in operating your winch and its use will become second nature with you Your winch will not only pull your vehicle up or ease your vehicle down a steep grade it will also pull another vehicle or a load while your vehicle is anchored in a stationary position The sketches on this page show you a few techniques Winches equipped with cable guide fairleads can pull from several directions Pull from an angle only to straighten up the vehicle otherwise you can damage structural members or other parts of your vehicle and cause excess cable buildup on one end of the winch drum For basic self recovery anchor to a tree or heavy rock When anchoring to a tree always use a tree t
6. ch rotate the handle to the engaged position and release Run the winch in reverse until the clutch handle snaps fully in or until the cable drum starts turning At this point make sure the clutch handle is all the way in After the clutch is fully engaged the winch is ready for winching in the cable Electrical Connections and Operation For normal self recovery work your existing electrical system is adequate Your battery should be kept in good condition A fully charged battery and proper connections are essential Run the vehicle engine during winching operations to keep the battery charged Route battery cables up to battery CAUTION BE SURE BATTERY CABLES ARE NOT DRAWN TAUT ACROSS ANY SURFACES WHICH COULD POSSIBLY DAMAGE THEM Connect red cable to positive battery terminal Connect black ground cable to negative battery terminal See Figure 1 Models Equipped with Push Button Remote Control Switch The remote control switch is water proof It has push buttons on either side Make sure the motor has stopped fully before reversing To actuate winch simply plug remote switch into receptacle in cover of winch Run winch forward and reverse to check connection and to determine winch operating directions Snap appropriate IN and OUT disc into proper thumb cavity Do not leave switch plugged in when winch is not in use Models Equipped with Wireless Remote Control See Installation and Operating Instructions
7. ch with motor running Never connect the hook back to the cable This causes cable damage Always use a sling or chain of suitable strength as shown in the illustration Observe your winch while winching if possible while standing at a safe distance If you use vehicle drive to assist stop and get out every few feet to assure the cable is not piling up in one corner Jamming cable can break your winch Do not attach tow hooks to winch mounting apparatus They must attach to vehicle frame When double lining during stationary winching the winch hook should be attached to the chassis of the vehicle Since the greatest pulling power is achieved on the innermost layer of your winch it is desirable to pull off as much line as you can for heavy pulls If this is not practical use a snatch block and double line arrangement see illustration Remember a minimum of 5 wraps of cable around the drum barrel is necessary to hold the rated load Neat tight spooling avoids cable binding which is caused when a load is applied and the cable is pinched betwen two others If this happens alternately power the winch in and out a few inches Do not attempt to work a bound cable under load free by hand H N When pulling a heavy load place a blanket jacket or Techniques of Operation tarpaulin over the cable five or six feet from the hook It The best way to get acquainted with how your winch will slow the snap back in the event of a broken c
8. ch winch to channel Thread capscrews with lockwashers through mounting holes in channel and into winch feet see FIGURE 1 Substitution of attaching hardware items bolts nuts or washers different from those supplied with your winch and mounting kit can lead to failure causing damage or serious injury use SAE grade 5 bolts or better and torque to 44 ft lbs CLUTCH HANDLE MOUNTING CHANNEL lt s a WINCH MOUNTING HARDWARE e FOUR 7 16 14NC X 1 00 LG BOLTS FOUR 7 16 LOCK WASHERS FOUR 7 16 FLAT WASHERS FAIRLEAD MOUNTING HARDWARE TWO 7 16 14NC X 1 25 LG BOLTS TWO 7 16 LOCK WASHERS amp TWO 7 16 14NC NUTS IN THE TOP 1 2 DIA HOLES OF FAIRLEAD FIGURE 1 Operating Instructions The clutch provides free spooling and clutch engagement with cable drum With the clutch disengaged the cable can be pulled off the drum by hand For winching in the load the clutch must be fully engaged with the drum To disengage the clutch run the winch in the reverse Reel Out direction until the load is off the cable and the cable drum stops turning Pull outward on the clutch handle rotate it to the disengaged position and release The clutch is now locked out and the cable may be pulled off by hand Note If the clutch handle can not be pulled out again run the winch momentarily in reverse to relieve pressure on the clutch Warning Do not attempt to disengage the clutch when there is a load on the cable To engage the clut
9. d If 10 volts or less replace or parallel another battery to it MOTOR RUNS BUT WITH INSUFFICIENT POWER OR WITH LOW LINE SPEED Bad connection Insufficient charging system Check battery cable for corrosion clean and grease Replace with larger capacity charging system MOTOR RUNS BUT DRUM DOES NOT TURN Clutch not engaged If clutch engaged but symptoms still exist it will be necessary to disassemble winch to determine cause and repair MOTOR WILL NOT OPERATE Defective solenoid or stuck solenoid Defective remote control switch Defective motor Loose connections Jar solenoid to free contacts Check solenoid by applying 12 volts to coil terminal it should make an audible click when energized Disengage winch clutch remove remote control switch plug from the socket and jump pins at 8 and 4 o clock Motor should run Jump pins at 8 and 10 o clock Motor should run If solenoids operate check for voltage at armature post replace motor Tighten connections on bottom side of hood and on motor MOTOR WATER DAMAGED Submerged in water or water from high pressure car wash Allow to drain and dry thoroughly then run motor without a load in short bursts to dry windings PATRIOT 15000 NOTE SWITCH ASSEMBLY INCLUDED ON CERTAIN MODELS Winch Parts List Patriot 15000 manuracTURED AFTER APRIL 22 2003 PIN Description Description 1
10. h repairs or alterations have been made unless authorized by the manufacturer or for equipment misused neglected or which has not been installed correctly Ramsey Winch Company shall in no event be liable for special or consequential damages Important notice To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law the following are hereby excluded and disclaimed 1 All warranties of fitness for a particular purpose 2 All warranties of merchantability 3 All claims for consequential damages There are no warranties that extend beyond the description that appears on the face thereof Some states do not allow the above exclusions or disclaimers in consumer transactions and as such this disclaimer exclusion may not apply to your particular case To the extent such warranties of fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability are deemed to apply to this product they exist for only so long as the express limited warranty elsewhere set forth is in existence Ramsey Winch whose policy is one of continuous improvement reserves the right to improve its products through changes in design or materials as it may deem desirable without being obligated to incorporate such changes in products of prior manufacture Ramsey Winch Company makes no warranty in respect to accessories same being subject to the warranties of their respective manufacture If field service at the request of the Buyer is rendered and the fault is found not to be with Ramsey Wi
11. ill be glad you have one working for you Contents Performance Specifications Front Cover Safety Precautions ccsseececeeestceeeegeaerseneceecsecesdeensneuceecoaeeteepees 2 Tips for Safe Operation nennen ernennen nn nn 2 Techniques of Operation a 3 Installation ersehen 4 Operating Instructions snnnnn nennen nennen nn 6 Electrical Connections and 6 u u Lu U U u uN GQ S a Cass s 6 Trouble Shooting Guide a 7 Winch Parts 8 10 Warranty coin eek Back Cover Please Note Ramsey Patriot 15000 winches are designed for front mount vehicle use The winches are not designed for and should not be used in industrial applications car haulers carriers wreckers hoisting etc and Ramsey does not warrant them to be suitable for such use Ramsey makes a separate complete line of winches for industrial commercial use Please contact the factory for further information A CAUTION Read and understand this manual before installation and operation of winch See Safety Precautions Safety Precautions To Guard Against Possible Injury CAUTION DO NOT USE WINCH IN LIFTING OR MOVING OF PERSONS A minimum of five wraps of cable around the drum barrel is necessa
12. milar tape to prevent fraying 2 Insert the end of cable opposite hook end under drum and into the Y diameter hole in drum barrel Secure cable to drum barrel using setscrew furnished with winch TIGHTEN SETSCREW SECURELY 3 Carefully run winch in the reel in direction Keeping tension on end of cable spool all the cable onto drum taking care to form neatly wrapped layers Inspect the cable frequently If the cable becomes frayed with broken strands replace immediately Cable and hook assemblies may be purchased from a Ramsey distributor Ramsey Electric Winches Trouble Shooting Guide Note The winch may make more noise when running in the out direction under load This noise should decrease with use and is not detrimental to the winch operation CONDITIONS MOTOR RUNS IN ONLY ONE DIRECTION POSSIBLE CAUSE Defective solenoid or stuck solenoid Defective remote control switch CORRECTION Jar each solenoid to free contacts Check each solenoid by applying 12 volts to coil terminal it should make an audible click when energized Disengage winch clutch remove remote control switch plug from the socket and jump pins at 8 and 4 o clock Motor should run Jump pins at 8 and 10 o clock Motor should run MOTOR RUNS EXTREMELY HOT Long period of operation Insufficient battery Cooling off periods are essential to prevent overheating Check battery terminal voltage under loa
13. nch Company s product the Buyer shall pay the time and expenses of the field representative Bills for service labor or other expenses that have been incurred by the Buyer without approval or authorization by Ramsey Winch Company will not be accepted This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state RAMSEY WINCH Ramsey Winch Company Post Office Box 581510 e Tulsa OK 74158 1510 U S A e Phone 918 438 2760 e Fax 918 438 6688 e http www ramsey com OM 914089 0405 M
14. runk protector For a direct pull of 2000 Ibs hitch truck to a tree or solid anchor and take out of gear Stakes driven in solid earth and chained together make a good anchor point for self recovery when no solid anchor point is available To double the pull use 2 part line and tie off to chassis Take out of gear it in a deep ravine Installation The winch shown in this owners manual is solely and exclusively designed for vehicle mounted non industrial applications All other applications will void warranty It is very important that the winch be mounted on a flat surface so that the three major sections the motor end the cable drum and the gear housing end are properly aligned It is recommended that Ramsey kits be used to mount the winch They are designed to align the winch and distribute up to the full rated load evenly to avoid possible damage to the winch or vehicle NOTE If recommended mounting is not used a kit of equal design must be used CONTROL SWITCH RECEPTACLE N CONNECT BLACK GROUND CABLE NEGATIVE TERMINAL N 6 VEHICLE BATTERY A CONNECT RED CABLE TO POSITIVE TERMINAL OF VEHICLE BATTERY ROLLER FAIRLEAD CAUTION DECAL ON TOP ROLL a Ar CLEVIS PIN Attach fairlead to channel using hardware furnished with winch NOTE To ensure proper alignment of roller fairlead to winch position larger 1 2 holes at top Atta
15. ry to hold the rated load Cable clamp is not designed to hold the load A Keep yourself and others a safe distance to the side of the cable when pulling under load Do not step over a cable or near a cable under load C Use supplied hook strap when handling hook for spooling wire rope D Do not move the vehicle to pull a load on the winch cable This could result in cable breakage and or winch damage E Use a heavy rag or gloves to protect hands from burrs when handling winch cable F Apply blocks to wheels when vehicle is on an incline G Winch clutch should be disengaged when winch is not in use and fully engaged when in use H Modification alteration or deviation to the winch should only be made by Ramsey Winch Company I Keep the duration of your pulls as short as possible If the motor becomes uncomfortably hot to the touch stop and let it cool for a few minutes Do not pull more than two minutes at or near the rated load Do not maintain power to the winch if the motor stalls Electric winches are for intermittent usage and should not be used in constant duty applications J Disconnect the remote control switch from the winch when not in use A Ramsey Part No 282053 safety on off switch in your vehicle is recommended K Do Not use winch in hoisting applications due to required hoist safety factors and features L Do not exceed maximum line pull ratings shown in tables Shock loads must not exceed
16. these ratings M respool correctly it is necessary to keep a slight load on the cable This is accomplished by wearing gloves holding the cable with one hand and the remote control with the other starting as far back and in the center as you can walking up keeping load on the cable as the winch is powered in Do not allow the cable to slip through your hand and do not approach the winch too closely Turn off the winch and repeat the procedure until all the cable except a few feet is in Disconnect the remote control switch and finish spooling in cable by rotating the drum by hand with clutch disengaged On hidden winches spool in cable under power using supplied hook strap CAUTION CABLE INJURES KEEP CLEAR Tips for Safe Operation Don t underestimate the potential danger in winching operations Neither should you fear them Do learn the basic dangers and avoid them Observe spooling of cable onto drum Side pulls can cause cable to pileup at one end of the drum To correct uneven stacking spool out that section of the cable and move it to the other end of the drum and continue winching Uneven spooling which causes cable pileup can interfere with the tie bars causing damage to the winch Store the remote control switch inside your vehicle where it will not become damaged Inspect it before you plug it in When ready to begin spooling in plug in remote control switch with clutch disengaged Do not engage clut
17. ur winch please follow instructions for prompt service on all warranty claims Ramsey Winch Company Consumer Off Road Limited Lifetime Warranty Ramsey Winch Company offers a limited lifetime warranty for each new Ramsey consumer RV winch against manufacturing defects in workmanship and materials on all mechanical components Warranty registration cards for each winch must be submitted at the time of purchase or within 30 days Warranty will only be valid for the original purchaser of the winch and installed on the vehicles with which they were originally registered Warranty registration may also be submitted at www ramsey com All Ramsey mounting kits and other accessories carry a 1 year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship Electrical components consisting of motors solenoids wiring wire connectors and associated parts carry a 1 year limited warranty Battery isolators carry a 90 day limited warranty The obligation under this warranty statutory or otherwise is limited to the replacement or repair at the Manufacturer s factory or at a point designated by the manufacturer of such part that shall appear to the manufacturer upon inspection of such part to have been defective in material of workmanship This warranty does not obligate Ramsey Winch Company to bear the cost of labor or transportation charges in connection with the replacement or repair of defective parts nor shall it apply to a product upon whic
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