Manual

Section 3
Maintenance & Repair
Make sure that there is no load on the winch cable and that all of the
hydraulic hoses have been disconnected before servicing unit
(
a
)
Clean and Ins
p
ect:
A winch, like other types of machinery, needs to have regular maintenance if it is to perform properly, give lasting
service, and provide safe winching.
hydraulic hoses have been disconnected before servicing unit
.
CAUTION
()
p
Thoroughly clean all of the parts in a good grade of cleaning solvent; one that is not flammable, not toxic and
will not cause skin rashes. If necessary, use rubber gloves. Inspect all parts for wear, nicks, scratches and
damage that would render them unusable. If a part is questionable, it is better to replace it rather than take a
chance on premature failure when the winch is placed back in service. Always replace O-rings and seals, and
it is a good idea to use new roll pins as well. Sometimes it is permissible to reuse bearings and bushings...it
depends on how much use they have had. The rollers ( balls ) should not exhibit any surface irregularities. If
the rollers ( balls ) show any sign of
spalling
corrosion discoloration material displacement or abnormal wear
the rollers ( balls ) show any sign of
spalling
,
corrosion
,
discoloration
,
material displacement or abnormal wear
,
the bearings should be replaced.
Likewise, the cage should be inspected for unusual wear or deformation, particularly the cage bars. If there is
any damage that will impair the cage’s ability to separate, retain, and guide the rollers properly, the bearing
should be replaced. The thrust washer contact areas should be free from any surface irregularity that might
cause excessive abrasion or friction. If the winch was disassembled only to replace damaged seals after a
short period of service, it is not necessary to replace the bearings. Experience and common sense, along with
a
g
ood inspections, will determine if the
y
can be used a
g
ain. Alwa
y
s coat O-rin
g
s, bearin
g
s, bushin
g
s and the
rubber parts of seals with oil during assembly. Use a light coat of thread sealing compound on pipe fittings
and plugs.
(b) Oil Change Information:
The winch vent/fill and drain plugs are located at the base of the gear case. Oil should be changed every 100
hours of operating time, or every six months, whichever comes first.
(c) Oil Level:
To check the oil level, remove the level plug. The oil should be level with the bottom of this opening. If more
oil is needed, use the recommended gear oil listed below.
(d) Recommended Gear Oil:
Use BLOOM ULLTRA-LUBE NO. 601 trans-worm gear oil; available from Bloom in pints or quarts. For
emergency situations when BLOOM ULLTRA
-
LUBE No 601 is not immediately available use Phillips 66
emergency situations when BLOOM ULLTRA
LUBE No
.
601 is not immediately available
,
use Phillips 66
Company SAE grade 80W90 superior multi-purpose gear oil (Phillips 80W90 SMP) meeting API classification
GL-5 or equivalent brand. Continuous use of oil other than BLOOM ULLTRA-LUBE No. 601 or Phillips
80W90 SMP oil may shorten the life of the gears. DO NOT mix BLOOM ULLTRA-LUBE No. 601 or Phillips
80W90 SMP with more than 50% of any other kind of oil.
OIL
Winch Series
Base Mounted
Position
All Other Mounting
Positions
OIL
CAPACITY
CHART
Bloom Mfg Inc. 319-827-1139 319-827-1140 fax www.bloommfg.com
Position
Positions
2100HC,2200HC, 2300HC
2100KC, 2200KC, 2300KC
4 pints4 pints
PAGE 5 OF 8 2007