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PARTS, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCEMANUAL

forHAND WINCH MODELS

AM3/AM3B BM3/BM3B1000 LBS (454 KG) 2000 LBS (909 KG)

AM6/AM6B BM6/BM6B1000 LBS (454 KG) 2000 LBS (909 KG)

Form MHD56030

READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THESE PRODUCTS. This manualcontains important safety, installation, operation and maintenance information.Make this manual available to all persons responsible for the operation, installationand maintenance of these products.

Do not use this winch for lifting, supporting, or transporting people or lifting or supporting loads overpeople.

Always operate, inspect and maintain this winch in accordance with American National StandardsInstitute Safety Code (ANSI B30.7) and any other applicable safety codes and regulations.

Refer all communications to WINTECH or your nearest Distributor.

Form MHD56030Edition 6June 200371051676© 2002 Wintech International Inc.

WARNING

TECH INTERNATIONAL, L.L.C.

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The National Safety Council, Accident Prevention Manualfor Industrial Operations, Eighth Edition and otherrecognized safety sources make a common point: Employ-ees who work near cranes or assist in hooking on orarranging a load should be instructed to keep out fromunder the load. From a safety standpoint, one factor isparamont: conduct all lifting operations in such a mannerthat if there were an equipment failure, no personnel wouldbe injured. This means keep out from under a raised loadand keep out of the line of force of any load.

WINTECH winches are manufactured in accordance withthe latest ASME B30.7 standards.

The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 generallyplaces the burden of compliance with the user, not themanufacturer. Many OSHA requirements are not con-cerned or connected with the manufactured product butare, rather, connected with the final installation: “It is theowner’s responsibility and user’s responsibility to deter-mine the suitability of a product for any particular use.Check all applicable industry, trade association, federal,state and local regulations. Read all operating instructionsand warnings before operation.”

Rigging: It is the responsibility of the operator to exercisecaution, use common sense and be familiar with properrigging techniques. See ANSI/ASME B30.9 for rigginginformation, American National Standards Institute, 1430Broadway, New York, NY 10018.

This manual has been produced by Wintech to providedealers, mechanics, operators and company personnel withthe information required to install, operate, maintain andrepair the products described herein. It is extremelyimportant that mechanics and operators be familiar withthe servicing procedures of these products, or like orsimilar products, and are physically capable of conductingthe procedures. These personnel shall have a generalworking knowledge that includes:1. Proper and safe use and application of mechanics

common hand tools as well as special Wintech orrecommended tools.

2. Safety procedures, precautions and work habits established by accepted industry standards.Wintech can not know of, nor provide all the proceduresby which product operations or repairs may be conductedand the hazards and/or results of each method. If operationor maintenance procedures not specifically recommendedby the manufacturer are conducted, it must be ensured thatproduct safety is not endangered by the actions taken. Ifunsure of an operation or maintenance procedure or step,personnel should place the product in a safe condition andcontact supervisors and/or the factory for technicalassistance.

This manual provides important information for allpersonnel involved with the safe installation, operationand proper maintenance of this product. Even if you feelyou are familiar with this or similar equipment, you mustread and understand this manual before operating theproduct.

Danger, Warning, Caution and NoticeThroughout this manual there are steps and procedureswhich, if not followed, may result in a hazard. Thefollowing signal words are used to identify the level ofpotential hazard.

Danger is used to indicate thepresence of a hazard which willcause severe personal injury, death,or substantial property damage if thewarning is ignored.

Warning is used to indicate thepresence of a hazard which cancause severe personal injury, death,or substantial property damage if thewarning is ignored.

Caution is used to indicate thepresence of a hazard which will orcan cause minor personal injury orproperty damage if the warning isignored.

Notice is used to notify people ofinstallation, operation, or mainte-nance information which is impor-tant but not hazard-related.

Safety Summary

• Do not use this winch for lifting, supporting or trans-porting people or lifting or supporting loads overpeople.• The supporting structures and load-attaching devicesused in conjunction with this winch must provide anadequate safety factor to handle the rated load, plus theweight of the winch and attached equipment. This is thecustomer’s responsibility. If in doubt, consult a qualifiedstructural engineer.

SAFETY INFORMATION

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

NOTICE

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The following warnings and operating instructions havebeen adapted in part from American National (Safety)Standard ANSI B30.7 and are intended to avoid unsafeoperating practices which might lead to personal injury orproperty damage.

WINTECH recognizes that most companies who usewinches have a safety program in force in their plants. Inthe event that some conflict exists between a rule set forthin this publication and a similar rule already set by anindividual company, the more stringent of the two shouldtake precedence.

Safe Operating Instructions are provided to make anoperator aware of dangerous practices to avoid and are notnecessarily limited to the following list. Refer to specificsections in the manual for additional safety information.

1. Only allow qualified personnel (trained in safety andoperation) to operate and maintain a winch.

2. Only operate a winch if you are physically fit to do so.3. When a “DO NOT OPERATE” sign is placed on the

winch, do not operate the winch until the sign has beenremoved by designated personnel.

4. Before each shift, check the winch for wear ordamage.

WARNING TAG AND LABELS

5. Never lift a load greater than the rated capacity of thewinch. See warning labels attached to winch.

6. Keep hands, clothing, etc., clear of moving parts.7. Never place your hand in the throat area of a hook.8. Always rig loads properly and carefully.9. Be certain the load is properly seated in the saddle of the

hook. Do not tipload the hook as this leads to spreadingand eventual failure of the hook.

10. Do not “side pull” or “yard”.11. Make sure everyone is clear of the load path. Do not lift

a load over people.12. Never use the winch for lifting or lowering people,

and never allow anyone to stand on a suspended load.13. Ease the slack out of the wire rope when starting a

lift. Do not jerk the load.14. Do not swing a suspended load.15. Never suspend a load for an extended period of time.16. Never leave a suspended load unattended.17. Pay attention to the load at all times when operating

the winch.18. After use, properly secure winch and all loads.19. The operator must maintain an unobstructed view of

the load at all times.20. Never use the wire rope as a sling.

Each winch is supplied from the factory with the warningtag shown. If the tag is not attached to your unit, order anew tag and install it. Refer to the parts list for the partnumber. Read and obey all warnings and other safetyinformation attached to this winch. Tag shown may not beactual size.

SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Model Code Explanation:

Example: AM6B-GC AM 6 B - GC

Series/Capacity: AM = Spur Gear 1,000 lbs(1/2 US ton) / 454 kg BM = Spur Gear 2,000 lbs(1 US ton) / 909 kg

Drum Length (Distance between drum flanges):3 = 3 inch (76mm)6 = 6 inch (152mm)

Brake: B = Drum Band Brake

Options:GC = Gear CoverM = Marine 812 top coatl.

SBH = Disc Brake HandleSD = Drum Divider Flange (with additional wire rope anchor)

Model No.Capacity

First Layer Gear RatioDrum Capacities ft. (m) Net Weight

(without wire rope)ins. mm ins. mm ins. mm ins. mm (w/o brake) (with brake)

lbs. kg 1/8 3 3/16 5 1/4 6 5/16 8 lbs kg lbs kgAM3/AM3B 1000 454 5.25:1 387 122 146 43 84 27 45 14 20 9.1 22 10AM6/AM6B 1000 454 5.25:1 791 250 300 89 176 56 95 29 22 10 24 10.9BM3/BM3B 2000 909 5.25/10.5:1 387 122 146 43 84 27 45 14 23 10.5 25 11.4BM6/BM6B 2000 909 5.25/10.5:1 791 250 300 89 176 56 95 29 24 10.9 27

AM AND BM WINCH ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST

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AM AND BM WINCH ASSEMBLY DRAWING

ITEMNO.

DESCRIPTION TOTALQTY

PART NO.

OF PART AM3/AM6 BM3/BM6 AM3B/AM6B BM3B/BM6B

1 Warning Tag 1 71056410

2 Tag Tie 1 50040

3 Cotter Pin See ( ) 54162 (1) 54162 (1) 54162 (1) 54162 (1)

4 Small Frame 1 75-A

5 Drum (3 in. long) 1 400-3

Drum (6 in. long) 1 400-6

6 Setscrew 1 71063358

7 Cotter Pin 1 54165

8 Nut 2 --- 50176

9 Brake Band 1 --- 32

10 Screw * 71007009

11Gear Guard (incls. item 10)

1 --- 6190 --- 6190

12 Capscrew 1 --- 52264 --- 52264

13 Lockwasher 1 --- 52266 --- 52266

14Large Frame (with brake)

1 Not Sold Separately

15 Pinion 1 --- 240 --- 240

16 Spur Gear 1 --- 168 --- 168

17 Retainer Ring 1 --- 54163 --- 54163

18Handle Assy (incls. item 7)

1 863-3

19 Retainer Washer 1 --- 71063341

20 Dog Handle 1 78

21 Dog 1 Order Item No. 31

22 Dog Spring 1 79

23 Cotter Pin 1 51937

24Large Frame (without brake)

1 Not Sold Separately

25Gear Guard (incls. item 10)

1 6189 --- 6189 ---

26Gear Guard (incls. item 10)

1 --- 6190 ---

28 Brake Lever 1 --- 268

29 Pinion 1 81

30 Drum Shaft (3 in. long)1

271-1 273-1 271-1 273-1

Drum Shaft (6 in. long) 271-2 273-2 271-2 273-2

31Dog Assembly (incls.items 21, 22 and 23)

1 77-A

32 Nameplate 1 71064208

33 Drive Screw 4 50915

Recommended Spare

* Qty. 2 required with item 25. Qty. 3 required with item 26. Qty. 4 required with item 11.

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ITEM DESCRIPTION TOTAL PART NO.NO. OF PART QTY

40 Large Frame (for Load Disc Brake) 1 Not Sold Separately

41 Anchor Stud 1 3905

42 Anchor Stud Cotter Pin 1 51937

43 Anchor Stud Washer 1 50165

45 Capscrew 2 52830

46 Housing Half 2 Not Sold Separately

47 Housing Bearing 2 Not Sold Separately

48 Ratchet Dog Spring 1 3900

49 Ratchet Dog 1 3899

50 Flange Screw 1 3896

51 Friction Disc (Recommended Spare) 2 8102

52 Ratchet Wheel 1 3898

53 Flange Nut 1 3895

54 Flange Nut Lock Pin 1 52727

55 Nut 2 54171 See Winch Assembly Parts List for items 7, 15, and 18

AM AND BM WINCH ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST

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HOIST AND WINCH LIMITED WARRANTY

IMPORTANT NOTICEcrate or container, loss or damage has taken placewhile in transit, notify the carrier’s agent immedi-ately.

DAMAGE CLAIMSYou must file claims for damage with the carrier. Itis the transportation company’s responsibility toreimburse you for repair or replacement of goodsdamaged in shipment. Claims for loss or damage inshipment must not be deducted from theWINTECH invoice, nor should payment ofWINTECH invoice be withheld awaiting adjust-ment of such claims as the carrier guarantees safedelivery.You may return products damaged in shipment tous for repair, which services will be for youraccount and form your basis for claim against thecarrier.

It is our policy to promote safe delivery of allorders.This shipment has been thoroughly checked,packed and inspected before leaving our plant andreceipt for it in good condition has been receivedfrom the carrier. Any loss or damage which occursto this shipment while enroute is not due to anyaction or conduct of the manufacturer.

VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGEIf any of the goods called for on the bill of ladingor express receipt are damaged or the quantity isshort, do not accept them until the freight orexpress agent makes an appropriate notation onyour freight bill or express receipt.

CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGEWhen a shipment has been delivered to you inapparent good condition, but upon opening the

WINTECH makes no other warranty, and allimplied warranties including any warranty ofmerchantability or fitness for a particularpurpose are limited to the duration of theexpressed warranty period as set forth above.WINTECH maximum liability is limited to thepurchase price of the Product and in no eventshall WINTECH be liable for any consequen-tial, indirect, incidental, or special damages ofany nature rising from the sale or use of theProduct, whether based on contract, tort, orotherwise.

Note: Some states do not allow limitations onincidental or consequential damages or how longan implied warranty lasts so that the abovelimitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights andyou may also have other rights which may varyfrom state to state.

WINTECH warrants to the original user itsHoists and Winches (Products) to be free ofdefects in material and workmanship for a periodof one year from the date of purchase.WINTECH will repair, without cost, any Productfound to be defective, including parts and laborcharges, or at its option, will replace such Prod-ucts or refund the purchase price less a reasonableallowance for depreciation, in exchange for theProduct. Repairs or replacements are warrantedfor the remainder of the original warranty period.

If any Product proves defective within its originalone year warranty period, it should be returned toany Authorized Hoist and Winch Service Distribu-tor, transportation prepaid with proof of purchaseor warranty card.

This warranty does not apply to Products whichWINTECH has determined to have been misusedor abused, improperly maintained by the user, orwhere the malfunction or defect can be attributedto the use of non-genuine WINTECH parts.

WARRANTY

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