Ramsey Winch Sierra H8, Operation, Service And Maintenance Manual

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Introduction
Please read this manual carefully. This manual contains information to obtain the most efficient operation from your
Ramsey Winch and safety procedures you need to know before operating a Ramsey Winch. Do not operate this winch
until you have carefully read and understand the entire manual.
Ramsey Winches are designed and built to exacting specifications. Great care and skill go into every winch we make.
Refer to the last page for information on the Ramsey Winch limited warranty.
At the time of publishing, this manual is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Ramsey Winch reserves the right to
change any or all items, components and parts, necessary for any reason. This right does not obligate Ramsey Winch
to immediately update the manual. If in doubt, please call your local Ramsey Winch distributor for the most up-to-date
information.
Warnings
Ensure the clutch is fully engaged before starting the winching operation.
Do not start the winch motor before engaging the clutch.
Do not disengage the clutch under load.
Do not allow personnel under or near the raised load.
Do not try to guide the cable during a pull. Stand clear of the cable.
Do not exceed the maximum line pull ratings shown in specifications.
Do not use the winch to lift, support, or otherwise transport people.
Always maintain a minimum of five wraps of cable around the drum. This is
necessary to hold the load. The cable anchor is not designed to hold the load.
In car carrier applications, after pulling the vehicle onto the carrier, secure the
vehicle to the carrier bed. Do not maintain load on winch cable while transporting
the vehicle. Do not use the winch as a tie down.
When pulling a heavy load, place a blanket, jacket, or tarpaulin over the cable five or
six feet from the hook.
Do not allow the load to shift or jerk.
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