Ingersoll Rand — Storing the Winch
Maintenance
From a Ingersoll Rand owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Procedure
- Always store the winch in a no load condition.
- Wipe off all dirt and water.
- Open lubricator to allow more oil into winch and operate with no load; place small amount of 20 weight oil at air inlet port.
- Oil the wire rope.
- Place in a dry location.
- Before returning winch to service, follow instructions for 'Winches Not in Regular Use'.
- Remove and replace all mufflers and breathers with threaded plugs.
- Store manual band brake winches with the brake in its disengaged position.
Specs & values
- 20 weight oil at air inlet port
Source: Ingersoll Rand owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.