waRninG! do not
weld or machine any part of the winch, this will weaken it and void the warranty.
waRninG!
Batteries contain explosive gases. The following precautions should be taken before making battery connections: wear
eye protection; remove all jewellery; follow the wiring diagram included in the installation instructions; keep spectators away.
In the event of a battery explosion, acid should be washed away as soon as possible, seek medical help immediately.
waRninG!
Use of any other accessories or attachments other than those recommended in this instruction manual may result in
personal injury or property damage and could void the warranty.
note:
The safety precautions and instructions discussed in this manual can’t cover all possible conditions and situations that may
occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but
must be applied by the operator.
2. intRoduction
These industrial recovery winches are designed and built for breakdown recovery and off-road use. Heavy-duty motors with 4-stage planetary
gears using oversized components for greater torque, plus automatic ‘in drum’ brake. Both models have weather sealed solenoids and
ergonomic ‘lift & turn’ free spool clutches. Both are supplied with wire rope, latched hook, 4-way roller fairlead and plug-in handheld controller
as standard. Ideal for flat bed pick up or other recovery trucks.
3. sPecification
Model no: ................................................................. RW8180
Voltage: ............................................................................12V
line Pull*: ................................................................... 8180kg
Motor Power: ................................................................2.3kW
Gear Ratio: .................................................................... 516:1
line Speed*:
no load: ............................................................... 3.5mtr/min
At Maximum load: ................................................ 0.8mtr/min
Current draw:
no load: ..........................................................................95A
At Maximum load: .........................................................420A
Cable Ø: ....................................................................... 13mm
Cable length: ................................................................25mtr
Winch Weight: ................................................................ 74kg
Gross Weight: ................................................................ 79kg
Replacement Wire Rope: .................................. RW8180.WR
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RW8180 Issue 3 27/04/18
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