RAM 2015 1500, Operating Information Manual, Page: 308 / 998

Tensioning The Wire Rope
The winch rope must be properly tensioned
before use. Follow the instructions below to
tension the rope:
1. Un-spool the wire rope leaving five wraps of
rope on the winch drum.
2. Attach the hook to a suitable anchor point.
CAUTION!
Be certain the anchor will withstand the load
required to tension the wire rope.
3. Apply at least 500 lbs (227 kg) of tension to
the rope while winding the rope. Always use
care to ensure the rope does not pile up on
one side of the drum and is neatly wound
onto the drum.
CAUTION!
Wire rope must spool on the winch drum in
the direction indicated on the drum rotation
decal on the winch.
Low Voltage Interrupt
Your winch is equipped with a device that will
interrupt winch function if the vehicle charging
system voltage drops to a low level. The winch
will not power-in or out for 30 seconds if this
device is tripped. If the interrupt is tripped, the
vehicle should be operated at high idle for a few
minutes to allow the vehicle charging system to
recover before continuing to winch.
Winch Motor Thermal Protection
Your winch is equipped with a thermal protec-
tion device in the motor. If the winch is operated
for an excessive duration, the device may inter-
rupt motor function to protect the winch motor.
During this time the winch will power-out but will
not power-in. Allow the winch motor to cool for a
few minutes before continuing to winch. The
winch will resume normal function once the
motor cools.
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