Ramsey Winch Quick-Mount QM5000H Owner's Manual

Congratulations
You have purchased the fi nest winch available in its
service class. The OM 5000™ is a 5,000 lb. rated detach-
able winch. It can be easily mounted to the front and rear
of vehicle for self-recovery and multiple applications. It
allows one winch to be used on multiple vehicles, and can
be quickly installed and removed to avoid extra vehicle
weight.
The Quick Mount is available in either a 5,000 lb. rating
with, 80ft. of 1/4 inch galvanized aircraft wire cable. Stan-
dard with the OM 5000™ is a 12 ft. remote control switch,
anti-theft locking pin, 2 ft. battery cables (optional 20ft.
battery cables for rear mount) and a hawse fairlead. Front
mount requires a standard receiver mounting kit. A stan-
dard ball hitch can be used with rear mounted OM 5000™
to assist with loading and unloading.
The QM 5000™ winch features a highly effi cient 3 stage
planetary gear set which transmits torque from a series
wound D.C. motor (QM 5000). A 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.
Ramsey Winch Company
OWNER'S MANUAL
Front and Rear Mount
Detachable Electric Winch
Model Quick-Mount 5000H (QM5000H)
Layer of Cable
Rated Line Pull Per Layer
Cumulative Cable
Capacity Per Layer 1/4"
(6mm) dia. Cable
First Layer Line Pull
(FPM) 12V
(MPM) 12V
Line Speed
(FPM) 24V
First Layer
(MPM) 24V
Amp Draw
* Depends on cable being uniformly wound onto drum. Ramsey performance data is
compiled from actual winch testing.
As with any device that combines power and movement in use,
there are dangers if improperly used. At the same time, there are
easier and faster ways for getting the job done if certain precau-
tions are taken fi rst.
Please read this manual carefully. It contains useful ideas in ob-
taining the most effi cient operation from your Ramsey winch and
safety procedures you need to know before beginning use. When
you follow our guidelines for operation, your Ramsey winch will
give you many years of service. Thank you for choosing Ramsey.
You will be glad you have one working for you!
Contents
Performance Specifications ...................Front Cover
Safety Precautions .................................................3
Tips for Safe Operation ..........................................3
Techniques of Operation ........................................4
Installation ..............................................................5
Clutch Operation ....................................................5
Remote Control Switch Operation ..........................5
Care and Maintenance ...........................................5
Assembling Your Winch .........................................6
Lubrication/Cable Installation .................................7
Troubleshooting Guide ...........................................7
Winch Parts List ..................................................8-9
Warranty ................................................ Back Cover
TM
1 2
(lbs) 5,000 4,200
(kg) 2,260 1,900
(ft)* 15 30
(m)* 4 9
(lbs) NO 1,000 3,000
(kg) LOAD 450 1,350
39 31 8
11.8 9.4 2.4
47 26 21
14.3 7.9 6.4
12V 72 180 295
24V
38 87 124
3 4
3,600 3,200
1,630 1,450
55 80
16 24
5,000
2,260
6
1.8
12
3.6
420
184
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