ENGLISH

04/09 - ING - REV M - 01/ ST - 01

OPERATING SERVICE
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

WORM GEAR HYDRAULIC WINCH

VIME Industrial reserves the right to improve its
products through changes in designed or
materials as it may seem desiderable without
being obligated to incorporate such changes in
this manual.

WARNING
Read and understand this manual before installation and operation of winch.
VIME Industrial has no responsability for physical injury to persons, animals or property damages. That can result from failure to read and
apply the instructions contained in the manual supplied with the winch and especially for: failure with global safety aspects - not correct
linking to the source of energy - deficiency in the annual and monthly maintenance - improper uses - any alteration, repair or modification
from unauthorized personnel.

V.I.M.E. srl Via Gramsci,15 40050 Funo Bologna Italy Tel. +39 051 861362 Fax +39 051 861961
E-mail: info@vimeindustrial.com / Web site: www.vimeindustrial.it - www.vimeindustrial.com

WARNING

WARNING

Do not operate this winch until you have

fully read this manual.

Read and understand this manual before

installation and operation of winch.

Many accidents are due for non

observance safety procedures. A good
reason, most of it can be avoided by
knowing causes and taking in advance
the opportunity safety.
NH 25000

NH 25000 2X

Rated line pull (single line)

NH 25000 - NH 25000 2X

25.000 kg.

Wire rope

NH 25000 - NH 25000 2X

Dia. 24 mm - 26 mm

NH 25000 - NH 25000 2X

205 Bar

NH25000 - NH 25000 2X

530 Kg.

Model
Serial Number
Year

Max. working pressure

Weight (without cable)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION

SECTION

SECTION
SECTION

SECTION
SECTION

1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4

SAFETY PROCEDURES
INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS
WARNING SYMBOLS
DESCRIPTION
Winch description
Dimensional data winch mod. NH 25000 - NH 25000 2X
Specifications mod. NH 25000 - NH 25000 2X
Technical data mod. NH 25000
Performance charts (1st layer) mod. NH 25000
Technical data mod. NH 25000 2X LARGE DISPLACEMENT
Performance charts (1st layer) mod. NH 25000 2X
Technical data mod. NH 25000 2X SMALL DISPLACEMENT
Performance charts (1st layer) mod. NH 25000 2X
1.5 WINCH DECALS. SAFETY ADVICES
1.6 CONDITIONS OF SALE
1.7 SAFETY PROCEDURES
2
MOUNTING
2.1 ROAD TRAFFIC
2.2 WINCH MOUNTING
2.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ONE SPEED MOTOR TYPICAL LAYOUT
2.4 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS TWO SPEED MOTOR TYPICAL LAYOUT
2.5 HYDRAULIC MOTOR LINKING
2.6. AIR-CYLINDER LINKING
2.7 CABLE INSTALLATION
3
OPERATION
3.1 OPERATION
4
MAINTENANCE
4.1 MAINTENANCE
4.1.1 Monthly maintenance
4.1.2 Annual maintenance
5
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
5.1 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
6
PARTS LIST
6.1 PARTS LIST mod. NH 25000
6.2 PARTS DRAWING

Table of contents

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5
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6
6
7
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8
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9
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12
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15
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SECTION 1
SAFETY PROCEDURES
1.1. INTRODUCTION
Manual identified by code No.04/09 - ING REV M - 01/ ST - 01 has 31 pages.
IMPORTANT
At the delivery of this manual checks all
data and for possibile incogruities.
VIME Industrial reserves the right to improbe
its products through changes in designed or
materials as it may seem desiderable without
being obligated to incorporate such changes
in this manual.
This manual contains useful ideas in obtaining
the most efficient operation and maintenance
from the winch and safety procedures one
need to know before operating a winch.
For safety procedures, read carefully safety
procedures in Chap.1.7.
Manual has to be kept intact and near to the
winch for a prompt reading and consultation.

Section 1 contains alls data for winch

operations and for SAFETY PROCEDURES.
Section 2 contains note about hydraulic
system, winch and cable drum installations.
Section 3 contains all information for safety
procedures.
Section 4 for winch periodic maintenance.
Section 5 is a guide for a trouble shooting
should verify in winching operation.
Section 6 contains parts list codes and parts
drawing.
All sections are shared in chapters progressive numbered. Chapters are shared in
subsections progressive numbered.

IMPORTANT
For a rapid reading see table of contents.

WARNING
In case of misunderstanding of this
manual or parts of it, please contact
VIME Industrial. For repair service
contact VIME Industrial.
For a rapid consultations, manual is being
shared in 6 sections:
Section 1 Safety procedures
Section 2 Mounting
Section 3 Operation
Section 4 Maintenance
Section 5 Trouble shooting guide
Section 6 Parts list

Section 1 Safety procedures

1.2 SYMBOLS
In this manual there are three different
symbols to prevent serious injuries.

In addition to the symbols there is a symbol

who gives notes.

DANGEROUS symbol

NOTE symbol

DANGEROUS

NOTE

Used to indicate dangerous situation and

prevent injury.

Used to call attention on informations or

advices that could help on winching
operation.

WARNING symbol
WARNING
Used to indicate dangerous situation for
winch efficiency and for operator safety.

Symbols and notes are completed with

messages and descriptions who warns about
dangers or news. And above all indicate
recommended procedures and information.

IMPORTANT symbol
IMPORTANT
Used to call attention on important
informations which user must knowing

1.3 WARNING SYMBOLS

According to CE Directive Machinery 98/37 EEC and its amendements, on VIME winches there are,
in a visibile position for the utiliser, the following symbols:

CABLE INJURES KEEP CLEAR

( roller fairlead )

READ
CAREFULLY
THE
OPERATING SERVICE AND
MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
( winch identification decal )

KEEP SAFETY DISTANCE

WEAR WORKING GLOVES

( winch identification decal )

( winch identification decal )

IMPORTANT
We recommend to respect the symbols above.
It is necessary to recognize the meaning of symbols and keeping visibile and readable.
If decals are damaged or unreadable replace it
Warning symbols

1.4 DESCRIPTION
WARNING

Winches model NH are worm gear hydraulic

winches designed and built for a long life and
gives best safe duty. Special bronze gear in
aluminium alloy works with a hardened
ground worm. Worm gear train provides load
reversing protection.

The winch is built for working on

range temperature between 40C and
+50C. Do not exceed the range
temperature, it may be cause damages.

Winches model NH are particularly indicated

for heavy-duty rear truck carrier applications.

WINCH DESCRIPTION
1
7
6
2

Components:
1. Gear housing
2. Manual clutch shifter
3. Locking safety clutch (for manual clutch
only)
4. Air-clutch shifter (on request)

Section 1 Safety procedures

5. Standard size mounting angles

1004 mm
6. Radial hydraulic motor 1 or 2 speed
7. Drum size - distance between flanges :
diam.396

1.3.2 DIMENSIONAL DATA mod. NH 25000

MANUAL CLUTCH SHIFTER

PICT. 2
1126 mm
1030 mm
400 mm

396 mm

330 mm

450 mm

685 mm

450 mm

195 mm

90 mm

115 mm

55 mm

500 mm

825 mm

242 mm

797 mm

1040 mm
1155 mm

AIR-CYLINDER CLUTCH SHIFTER

1126 mm
1030 mm
400 mm

396 mm

330 mm

105 mm

450 mm

420 mm

330 mm

450 mm

685 mm

195 mm

90 mm

115 mm

55 mm

500 mm

825 mm

242 mm

797 mm

1040 mm
1155 mm

1.3.3 SPECIFICATIONS
Rated line pull (1st layer) :
Single speed 792 cc. or 714 cc.
25000 kgs.
Two speed Max.792 cc. 25000 kgs. Min.493 cc. 15640 kgs.
Hydraulic radial motor :
Single speed 792 cc. or 714 cc.
2 speed 792/493 cc.
Working pressure : 792 cc. - 205 bar 714 cc. - 230 bar
792 / 493 cc. - 205 bar
Worm gear ratio : 30:1
Worm gear drive train provide load reverse protection
! DANGEROUS

Drum freespooling :
Manual clutch with safety lock into engaged position
Dual action air - clutch shifter (optional) min.6 bar max.10 bar
Drum length : 396 mm
Drum diameter : 195 mm
Accessories : Heavy duty roller fairlead
Galvanized level winder
Weight without cable : NH 25000 530 Kgs.
Compliance : Machinery Directive 98/37/EEC

Do not use winch to lift support or otherwise transport personnel

Section 1 Safety procedures

1.3.4 TECHNICAL DATA mod. NH 25000 (Single speed hydr.motor 792 cc.)

LAYER

LINE PULL

MM

24

30:1

26

LAYER
DRUM NH = 396 MM

195

LAYER

25.000
20.505
17.380
15.080
13.320
25.000
20.235
17.000
14.655
12.875

LT/MIN

RPM

79
158
198

3,16
6,32
7,92

2,20 2,60 3,10 3,60 4,10

4,30 5,30 6,30 7,20 8,20
5,40 6,60 7,80 9,00 10,20

OIL
SUPPLY

DRUM
REVOLUTION

LINE SPEED
MT/MIN

LT/MIN

RPM

79
158
198

3,16
6,32
7,92

ROPE CAPACITY WIRE ROPE

DRUM
EACH LAYER
CAPACITY
DIAMETER
MT
MT
MM

5
4
3
2
1
0

450

1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5

DRUM
REVOLUTION

WEIGHT
WITHOUT
CABLE

24 MM 26 MM 24 MM 26 MM

20,0 19,2 76,7 72,6

17,7 16,9 56,7 53,5
15,3 14,5 39,0 36,6
13,0 12,2 23,7 22,1
219 221 10,7 9,9 10,7 9,9
195 195 411
363
315
267

429
377
325
273

KG

530

LINE SPEED
MT/MIN
LAYERS
1

LAYERS
1

2,20 2,70 3,20 3,70 4,30

4,40 5,40 6,50 7,50 8,50
5,50 6,80 8,10 9,40 10,70

WIRE ROPE
CAPACITY
MT

MAX. WIRE ROPE

CAPACITY
MT

24 MM 26 MM 24 MM 26 MM

39

36

76

72

NOTES
Specifications are subject to change without notification and without
incurring obligation.
Specifications in this publication are theoritical and may vary
depending on hydraulic system, enviroment,etc.

1.3.5 PERFORMANCES CHARTS AT THE 1st LAYER

LINE PULL - FIRST LAYER
(Kg)

LINE SPEED
(m/min)

30000

6,0

25000

5,0

20000

4,0

15000

3,0

10000

2,0

5000

1,0

0,0
85

125

165

205
WORKING PRESSURE
(BAR)

Section 1 Safety procedures

80

120

160

198
Litres/min

DISPLACEMENT 792 cc.

30:1

KG

OIL
SUPPLY

DISPLACEMENT 792 cc.

RATIO

WIRE ROPE
SIZE

1.3.4 TECHNICAL DATA mod. NH 25000 (2 - speed hydr.motor Max. 792 cc.)

LAYER

LINE PULL

MM

24

30:1

26

LAYER
DRUM NH = 396 MM

195

LAYER

25.000
20.505
17.380
15.080
13.320
25.000
20.235
17.000
14.655
12.875

LT/MIN

RPM

79
158
198

3,16
6,32
7,92

2,20 2,60 3,10 3,60 4,10

4,30 5,30 6,30 7,20 8,20
5,40 6,60 7,80 9,00 10,20

OIL
SUPPLY

DRUM
REVOLUTION

LINE SPEED
MT/MIN

LT/MIN

RPM

79
158
198

3,16
6,32
7,92

ROPE CAPACITY WIRE ROPE

DRUM
EACH LAYER
CAPACITY
DIAMETER
MT
MT
MM

5
4
3
2
1
0

450

1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5

DRUM
REVOLUTION

WEIGHT
WITHOUT
CABLE

24 MM 26 MM 24 MM 26 MM

20,0 19,2 76,7 72,6

17,7 16,9 56,7 53,5
15,3 14,5 39,0 36,6
13,0 12,2 23,7 22,1
219 221 10,7 9,9 10,7 9,9
195 195 411
363
315
267

429
377
325
273

KG

530

LINE SPEED
MT/MIN
LAYERS
1

LAYERS
1

2,20 2,70 3,20 3,70 4,30

4,40 5,40 6,50 7,50 8,50
5,50 6,80 8,10 9,40 10,70

WIRE ROPE
CAPACITY
MT

MAX. WIRE ROPE

CAPACITY
MT

24 MM 26 MM 24 MM 26 MM

39

36

76

72

NOTES
Specifications are subject to change without notification and without
incurring obligation.
Specifications in this publication are theoritical and may vary
depending on hydraulic system, enviroment,etc.

1.3.5 PERFORMANCES CHARTS AT THE 1st LAYER

LINE PULL - FIRST LAYER
(Kg)

LINE SPEED
(m/min)

30000

6,0

25000

5,0

20000

4,0

15000

3,0

10000

2,0

5000

1,0

0,0
85

125

165

205
WORKING PRESSURE
(BAR)

Section 1 Safety procedures

80

120

160

198
Litres/min

MAX. DISPLACEMENT 792 cc.

30:1

KG

OIL
SUPPLY

MAX. DISPLACEMENT 792 cc.

RATIO

WIRE ROPE
SIZE

1.3.4 TECHNICAL DATA mod. NH 25000 (2 speed hydr. motor Min. 493 cc.)

LAYER

LINE PULL

MM

24

30:1

26

LAYER
DRUM NH = 396 MM

195

LAYER

DRUM
DIAMETER
MM

5
4
3
2
1
0

450

1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5

15.500
12.830
10.875
9.435
8.330
15.500
12.545
10.540
9.085
7.985

ROPE CAPACITY WIRE ROPE

EACH LAYER
QUANTITY

MT
MT
24 MM 26 MM 24 MM 26 MM

DRUM
REVOLUTION

LT/MIN

RPM

79
158
198

5,07
10,15
12,72

3,50 4,30 5,00 5,80 6,60

7,00 8,50 10,00 11,60 13,10
8,80 10,70 13,00 15,10 17,10

OIL
SUPPLY

DRUM
REVOLUTION

LINE SPEED
MT/MIN

LT/MIN

RPM

79
158
198

5,07
10,15
12,72

411 429 20,0 19,2 76,7 72,6

363 377 17,7 16,9 56,7 53,5
315 325 15,3 14,5 39,0 36,6

WEIGHT
WITHOUT
CABLE

267 273 13,0 12,2 23,7 22,1

219 221 10,7 9,9 10,7 9,9
195 195 -

KG

530

LAYERS
1

LAYERS
1

3,50 4,40 5,20 6,00 6,80

7,00 8,70 10,40 12,00 13,70
8,80 10,90 13,00 15,10 17,10

WIRE ROPE
CAPACITY
MT

MAX. WIRE ROPE

CAPACITY
MT

24 MM 26 MM 24 MM 26 MM

39

36

76

72

NOTES
Specifications are subject to change without notification and without
incurring obligation.
Specifications in this publication are theoritical and may vary
depending on hydraulic system, enviroment,etc.

1.3.5 PERFORMANCE CHARTS AT THE 1st LAYER

LINE PULL - FIRST LAYER
(Kg)

LINE SPEED
(m/min)

18000

10,0

16000

9,0

14000

8,0
7,0

12000

6,0

10000

5,0

8000

4,0

6000

3,0

4000

2,0

2000

1,0
0,0

0
85

125

165

205
WORKING PRESSURE
(BAR)

Section 1 Safety procedures

80

120

160

198
Litres/min

MIN. DISPLACEMENTt 493 cc.

30:1

KG

LINE SPEED
MT/MIN

OIL
SUPPLY

MIN. DISPLACEMENT 493 cc.

RATIO

WIRE ROPE
SIZE

1.5 WINCH DECALS. SAFETY ADVICES

3

PICT.1

ATTENZIONE !

Back side

VERRICELLO SENZ'OLIO

ATENCION !
CABRESTANTE SIN ACEITE

CAUTION !
WINCH WITHOUT OIL

OLI RACCOMANDATI:
ACEITE RECOMENDADO:
RECOMMENDED OILS:
ESSO SPARTAN EP 320
SHELL OMALA 320

A decal (1) onto the top of the gear housing

gives: winch model, max. pulling capacity at
the first layer, wire rope diameter, max.
working pressure, serial number and year of
built.The label (2) onto the roller fairlead,
warns about rotating parts.
IMPORTANT
When ordering replacement parts or
contact VIME Industrial customers
service, please gives winch model, serial
number and manufacture year.

Without any special requirements winch is

delivered as shown in the Instruction maintenance manual cover picture, without the oil in
the worm gear housing as indicated by the
yellow paper decal (3), (pict.1), who gives
recommended oil in its back side. If the yellow
paper decal (3) is missed, inspect oil level,
through oil level plug as shown in Chap. 4.1.1
monthly maintenance.
IMPORTANT
Check if all decals and labels have been
fitted and as a maintenance if decals ore
labels are damaged or unreadable,
replace it.

1.6 CONDITIONS OF SALE

The winch, except special customer requirements is delivered assembled and tested.
Wire rope and hook are not included in the
standard winch version, only if required are
included in the commitment. At the delivery,
open carefully the packing. Inspect the winch
and see if it is free from defects.

Section 1 Safety procedures

IMPORTANT
In case of damages or missing parts,
inform carrier immediately.

10

1.7 SAFETY PROCEDURES

WARNING

Do not operate this winch until you have

carefully read and understand the warnings
operation sections of this manual.

Do not use winch to lift, support or

otherwise transport personnel.

DANGEROUS
When winching is obligatory wear
working gloves.

DANGEROUS
5
4
3
2
1

A minimum of 5 wraps of cable around

drum barrel is necessary to hold the
load, cable clamp is not designed to hold
the load as shown in Chap.2.6 (pict.10
page18).

Manual or Air Clutch must be fully

engaged before starting the winch.

Do not disengage manual or air clutch

under load.

DANGEROUS

Leave clutch disengaged when winch is

not in use (for manual clutch version
only)

Stand clear of cable while pulling. A

broken cable can cause serious injury or
death. Do not try to guide cable. Do not
disengage clutch under load.

Do not exceed maximum line pull

ratings.

In car carrier applications after pulling

vehicle on carrier, be sure to secure
vehicle to carrier bed. Do not maintain
load on winch cable wh ile
transporting vehicle. Do not use winch
as a tie down.

Section 1 Safety procedures

DANGEROUS
According to CE Directive Machinery
98/37 EEC winch drum must be
protected by a cover to avoid cable
injures. The cover must be mounted by
buyers who settle the winch.

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SECTION 2
MOUNTING
2.1 ROAD TRAFFIC
Winch must be mounted on vehicles in
compliance with regulation. Many countries
require to keep up to date with traffic card.
Do not drive vehicle not in compliance with

regulation or not up dated traffic card.

2.2 WINCH MOUNTING

PICT. 2

Standard mounting angles are delivered mounted on

winch :
dimensions150x150x15 mm - 5,9x5,9x0,59 inch
length 1004 mm - 39,53 inch
0,59
15

Winch
Side mounting

5,91
150
5,91
150

Dimensions

[inch]
MM

NOTE
The 4 mounting holes for each side of mounting angles shown in pict.2, are not presents when winch is delivered.
The mounting holes are shown in pict.2 as demonstration. Alls other holes are for accessories mounting.

Winches mod. NH have been designed to be

mounted on vehicles frame. Must be fitted
horizontally to give best lubrication
and securely mounted on a surface who can
resist to the winch pulling, without having any
flex within the base and the winch while in
use. To fit the winch on vehicle chassis it
should be better mounting a framework by
using angles not inferior to:
ANGLES : mm [ inch ]
150x150x15 - [ 5,9x5,9x0,591 ]
The winch mounting angles must be fitted
through framework to the vehicle chassis
with at least 8 anchorage points by using
capscrews M33 class 10.9 ISO and lock nuts
(pict.2).

Chapitre 2 Installation

IMPORTANT
Winch is built up for different model of
trucks. Holes on the mounting angles are
not present, installer will make it, taking
in consideration the right winch position
on truck.
WARNING
Winch must no be mounted directly onto
the vehicle chassis.
Winch should be mounted as close to
center and as perpendicular as possible to the
direction of the line pull. This will keep the
wire rope fleet angle centered onto the drum
as small as possible.

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DANGEROUS

IMPORTANT

If the proper fleet angle is not maintained,

the wire rope could wind onto one side of
the drum. This could cause failure of the
winch or wire rope, resulting in damage,
injury or death.

Once winch has been mounted, we

suggest to disengage the winch drum,
then runs drum manually to check winch
misalignment.

DANGEROUS

NOTE

A wrong or inadequate winch mounting

could damage the winch.

A certain resistance in drum rotation is

given by drum band brake (3), mounted
to avoid a cable birdnest when drum is
in the freespooling.

IMPORTANT
In the winch mounting, check the gear
housing (1) and the drum support (2)
(pict.3) are properly aligned for not
compromising the winch working.

Band brake (3) resistance can be

adjusted, by set screw (4).

WARNING
Excessive bushing and gear wear and
difficult in drum free spooling are usually
symptoms of misalignements.

PICT. 3
1

Section 2 Mounting

3
13

2.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

ONE SPEED
Once the winch has been mounted onto the
vehicle chassis (Chap. 2.2) should be connected to the hydraulic circuit according to the
typical lay-out shown below. If conditions
where the hydraulic system has only a winch
which is used intermittently, where ambient

temperature are moderate, and where excessive back pressure or internal leakage are not
present, a reservoir equal in size to the flow of
the system can be used. Hose lengths should
be kept as short as possibile. Sharp bends in
hoses and tubing and 90 degree fittings
should be avoided since they increase back
pressure.

PICT. 4

HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVE

(3 positions, 4 ways,with
integral relief valve)

GAS 1 HIGH PRESSURE

A
B

GAS 1 HIGH PRESSURE

1
3
GAS 1 HIGH PRESSURE

GAS 11/4 LOW PRESSURE

GAS 2 LOW PRESSURE

4
6

NOTE

A
D

5
GAS 1/2 LOW PRESSURE

With the hydraulic motor

mounted as shown in
pict.above, utilise case
drains indicated by letter D.
As general rule utilise according to the winch mounting ,
the case drains placed on
the top.

NOTE
Hydraulic system shown in pict.4, is not included in winch equipment.

1. RADIAL HYDRAULIC MOTOR

4. PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

2. CONTROL VALVE

5. OIL RESERVOIR

3. HYDRAULIC PUMP

6. FILTER: 25 m / 10 m

WARNING

as shown in winch performance data.

Utilise higher pressure could damage
hydraulic motor and winch as well.

Do not exceed 200 Lt/min. If exceeded

hydraulic motor may be damaged.

IMPORTANT

WARNING

Pressure or oil flow lowest to the

recommended gives lower winch pulling
capacity and lower winch speed line.

The integral relief valve (ref.4 pict.4)

setting should be no higher than the
required pressure to operate the winch
Section 2 Mounting

14

2.4 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

TWO SPEED
PICT. 4/1
HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVE
(3 positions, 4 ways,with
integral relief valve)

GAS 1 HIGH PRESSURE

PORT X GAS 1/4 HIGH PRESSURE

GAS 1 HIGH PRESSURE

PORT Y GAS 1/4 HIGH PRESSURE

8
GAS 1/4
HIGH PRESSURE

D
X
Y

2 SPEED
SELECTOR
VALVE
2 position

GAS 1/4
LOW PRESSURE

GAS 2 LOW PRESSURE

GAS 11/4 LOW PRESSURE

GAS 1 HIGH PRESSURE

B
A

4 ways
with detent

5
GAS 1/2 LOW PRESSURE

WARNING
NOTE

HYDRAULIC MOTOR CASE DRAINS IS NECESSARY

WITH RETURN LINE IN THE RESERVOIR

With the hydraulic motor mounted as shown in pict.above,

utilise case drains indicated by letter D. As general rule
utilise according to the winch mounting , the case drains
placed on top.

NOTE
SMALL or LARGE MOTOR DISPLACEMENT CAN BE
SWITCHED WHILE THE MOTOR IS RUNNING BY
ACTING THE 2 POSITION SELECTOR VALVE (POS.8)

WARNING

NOTE
Hydraulic system, speed selector and shuttle valve shown in pict.4, are not
included in winch equipment.

WINCH CONTROL VALVE (POS.2) SHOULD BE

OBLIGATORY MOUNTED WITH RELIEF VALVE, TO
PREVENT HYDRAULIC MOTOR DAMAGES IN CASE OF
WRONG DISPLACEMENT SELECTIONS.

1. RADIAL HYDRAULIC MOTOR TWO SPEED

5. OIL RESERVOIR

2. CONTROL VALVE

6. FILTER: 25 m / 10 m

3. HYDRAULIC PUMP

7. SHUTTLE VALVE

4. PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

8. TWO SPEED SELECTOR VALVE

IMPORTANT
Port (X) select small motor displacement
Port (Y) select large motor displacement
WARNING
Do not exceed 200 Lt/min. If exceeded
hydraulic motor may be damaged.
WARNING
The integral relief valve (ref.4 pict.4)
Section 2 Mounting

setting should be no higher than the

required pressure to operate the winch
as shown in winch performance data.
Utilise higher pressure could damage
hydraulic motor and winch as well.
IMPORTANT
Pressure or oil flow lowest to the
recommended gives lower winch pulling
capacity and lower winch speed line.
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WARNING
The radial hydraulic motor mounted on
winches mod. NH needs a caise drainage
obligatory directly to the oil reservoir, a
wrong or missed drainage line (pict.4
hydraulic system) will damage oil seals
fitted onto the hydraulic motor adapter
to maintain separate hydraulic motor oil
to the gear box oil. Oil seals damaged
will let hydraulic oil come into the gear
housing. In case of excessive pression,
hydraulic motor adapter could be damaged too.

winch without hesitation or lost of time.

They should also be designed so
the operator or other persons are not
exposed to any dangerous.
IMPORTANT
Winch control devices are at exclusive
charge of the installer, who will also
take care to place alls decals, to indicate
the different winch function to avoid any
misunderstanding to the winch operator
while winching.

WARNING
The winch control device should be
positioned for safe operation of the

Section 2 Mounting

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OIL TYPES: Mineral hydraulic oils are

recommended with anti-wear additives (ISO
HM ou HM , with minimum viscosity of 95.
The use of different oils, hydraulic motor
company must be contacted.
TEMPERATURE: When selecting hydraulic
oils, it is very important consider the
operating temperature of the hydraulic
system. Oil temperature should lie between
+30C [+85F] to +60C [+140F]. As a
general rule, oil life is halved for each
+8C [+15F] its temperature exceeds 60C
[+140].

FILTERING: It is necessary to keep the level of

oil contamination at an acceptable level to
ensure problem-free operation. To mantain a
correct level of cleaning is necessary a return
filter of 25 m. In very dirty enviroments, in
complex systems, the recommended filtration
is 10 m. In any case should refer to the
vehicle hydraulic system designer recommendation where the winch will be mounted also
about maintenance.

VISCOSITY: The viscosity of the oil should be

at least 12 cSt and preferably within 20 cSt
and 60 cSt when the operating
temperature of the system has become
stabilized.

2.5 HYDRAULIC MOTOR LINKING

PICT. 5

according to the radial hydraulic motor

plumbing its shaft will turn in clockwise or
counterclockwise, thats will determine a
different winch drum rotation (pict.5).
Winches model NH are equipped with a worm
gear drive train, who doesnt have
pre-determined and obligatory drum pulling
direction, who can be done in clockwise or
counterclockwise direction.

Section 2 Mounting

NOTE
If the winch is equipped with accessories
such as : Heavy-duty roller Fairlead and
Level winder, these are fitted, without
any indication in the winch order, as
shown in this instruction maintenance
manual.

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2.6 AIR-CYLINDER LINKING

Winches model NH can be equipped (on
request) with DUAL ACTION air-cylinder clutch
shifter to power drum free spooling. The
pneumatic system works if air system is
available on vehicle only.
Fit air plastic pipes from the air-cylinder ports
G3/8 as shown (part E pict.6) to the dual
action air lever valve as shown in typical
layout (pict.7).
HOW DOES IT WORK:
Air flow through position X engage the drum.
Air flow through position Y disengage the
drum.

moisture from entering the winch.

Moisture could cause corrosion. If temperature fall down below 0, moisature
could freeze and render the component
inoperable. System works at the
minimum pressure 6 bar. Pressure must
not exceed 10 bar. The pneumatic
system can works with temperature
between 20C and + 80C .
WARNING
Not utilizing the proper air filters, the air
clutch could be damaged , and
compromise its function.

IMPORTANT
For efficient operation of air-cylinder
clutch shifter , utilize air pressure filtered
and dried. It is important to keep
PICT. 7

PICT. 6

PORT X - G 3/8
POSITION ENGAGED

PORT Y - G 3/8

POSITION DISENGAGED

5 1 3
7
6

E
NOTE
The dual action pneumatic lever valve and filter shown in (pict.7), are not included in the winch standard equipment.

Dual action pneumatic lever valve:

1.
2.
3.
4.

In let - Air pressure G 3/8

Out let G 3/8
Exhaust G 3/8
Out let G 3/8

Section 2 Mounting

5. Exhaust G 3/8
6. Filter 50 m
7. Pressure regulator
min.6 bar max.10 bar
8. Air cylinder for drum free spooling

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2.7 CABLE INSTALLATION

PICT. 8

MANUAL CLUTCH SHIFTER VERSION DRUM ENGAGED

A:A
A
2
PICT. 9
AIR CLUTCH SHIFTER VERSION DRUM ENGAGED

1. Determine the drum rotation.

slowly the drum manually or hydraulically.

2. Inspect the clutch is fully engaged by

checking :

3. Unwind cable by rolling it out along the

ground to prevent kinking.

MANUAL CLUTCH VERSION

4. If the end of the cable opposite to hook has

not been properly machined, securely wrap
end of the cable, (opposite hook), with
plastic or similar to prevent fraying.

the handle (1) as shown (pict.8) must be in the

external position, if not pull the safety knob
out (2) for unlocking the handle (1), and pull
out fully the handle (1) then release the safety
knob (2).
AIR CLUTCH VERSION
Air flow through position (X) of air cylinder as
shown in (pict.9). Otherwise , act one more
time the pneumatic lever valve, while turning

Section 2 Mounting

3. Place taped end of cable into the flange

opening (1) (pict.10) and secure it with
cable clamp (2 or 3) by tightening the nuts.
The cable clamp can be mounted in
position (2) or in position (3), according to
the rope mounting.
6. Run the winch in the selected direction for
rope winding, (a worm gear winch has not

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DANGEROUS

a pre-determined drum rotation) keeping

wire rope manually tensioned and re-spool
the cable, making sure that it lays evenly.

When winching is obligatory wear

working gloves.

DANGEROUS

DANGEROUS

When this operation has been completed,

stop the winch, disengage the drum by
pulling out the handle (1) after having
unlock the safety knob. Once drum has
been disengaged, manually complete the
rope winding onto the winch drum.

Never try to enlarge the cable clamp

hole. VIME Industrial company has not
responsability in case of drum damage
due to this unauthorized modification.

Winch is ready.
WARNING
Recommended aircraft cable
breaking point not lower
2160 N/mm.

with
than

PICT.10
DANGER

A minimum of 5 wraps of cable around

drum barrel is necessary to hold the
load, cable clamp (2 or 3) is not designed
to hold the load.
5
4
3

2
1

Section 2 Mounting

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SECTION 3
OPERATION
of manual or air clutch system for drum
freespooling.

3.1. OPERATION

NOTE
DANGEROUS

A warm procedure is recommended at

each start up and is essential at ambient
temperatures below +40F (4C). The
prime mover should be run at its lowest
recommended RPM with the hydraulic
winch control valve in neutral allowing
sufficient time to warm up the system.
The winch should be operated at low
speeds, forward and reverse, several
times to prime all lines with warm
hydraulic oil, and to circulate gear
lubricant through the worm gear sets.

Before start winching check cable

conditions, if cable becomes frayed with
broken strands, replace immediately as
described on Chap. 2.6 pict.10.

DANGEROUS
When winching is obligatory wear
working gloves.

A)
1.

WARNING
OIL

Before operating check oil level and add

oil if necessary as shown in Chap. 4.1.1.

For hooking onto the load rapidly:

Check drum clutch be fully disengaged.

VERSION WITH MANUAL CLUTCH
SHIFTER checking the handle being
fully in, if not, pull the handle fully in
as shown (1) after having pulled out the
safety knob (2),as shown (pict.11).

WARNING
Before start winching, check conditions
PICT.11
MANUAL CLUTCH SHIFTER VERSION
DRUM DISENGAGED

AIR CLUTCH SHIFTER VERSION

DRUM DISENGAGED

Y
A:A

Section 3 Operation

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A)

VERSION WITH AIR-CLUTCH SHIFTER:

air through position (Y) of air cylinder
as shown in (pict.11).
2.

For hooking onto the load rapidly:

WARNING

Now freespool by manually pulling out

enough wire rope for the winching
operation, hook the load in a point who
can resist to the traction.

Do not exceed maximum line pull ratings.

3.

Engage the drum VERSION WITH

MANUAL CLUTCH SHIFTER: by pulling
the handle (1) out, after having disengaged the safety knob (2), as shown in
(pict.12).

DANGEROUS
A minimum of 5 wraps of cable around
the drum barrel is necessary to hold the
load, cable clamp is not designed to hold
the load in car carrier.

VERSION WITH AIR CLUTCH SHIFTER:

air flow through position (X) of air
cylinder as shown (pict.12).

5
4

4.

Act hydraulic control valve manually or

by radio control for winding rope onto
the winch drum.

2
1

MANUAL CLUTCH SHIFTER VERSION DRUM ENGAGED

PICT.12

A:A
A
2

AIR CLUTCH SHIFTER VERSION DRUM ENGAGED

Section 3 Operation

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DANGEROUS
If clutch has not been fully engaged, as
shown in (pict.14), manually or via air
operated cylinder, in winching operation,
while is pulling a load, can cause the
suddenly drum disengagement and as a
consequence the load drifts.
PICT.13

ATTENTION
Check clutch must be fully enaged as
shown in (pict.13).

PICT.14
A
Sliding jaw clutch
fully engaged

Sliding jaw clutch

not fully engaged

WARNING

IMPORTANT

Not proper extended clutch operation

(manual or air system) even if doesnt
cause a load drifts in a short period,
could cause edge wear of sliding jaw
clutch and drum clutch (part.A), till
moment where would be impossible
engage drum anymore, or will be not
capable to keep load.

Maintenance needs increase according to

the winch operational conditions,
as well as in case of occasional use.
DANGEROUS
Stand clear of cable while pulling.
A broken cable can cause serious injury
or death. Do not try guide cable.
Do not disengage clutch under load.

IMPORTANT
To assure a good clutch operation keep
maintenance as recommended in
Chap.4.1.1 monthly maintenance. For air
clutch shifter version it is necessary
make a right linking to the vehicle air
circuit and needs filtres and pressure
regulator.

Section 3 Operation

WARNING
In car carrier applications after pulling
vehicle on carrier, be sure to secure
vehicle to carrier bed. Do not maintain
load on winch cable while transporting
vehicle, do not use winch as a tie down.

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SECTION 4
MAINTENANCE
4.1 MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
Winches mod. NH are designed to reduce
maintenance to wire rope and oil level only.
3

FIG.15
2

4
A:A

4.1.1 MONTHLY MAINTENANCE

OIL

Technical staff required:

Technician or user
Procedure:
1.

2.

Inspect the cable for damage and

lubricate frequently with viscous oils or
light grease with additif adhesif with
graphite or bisulfure molybdne. If
cable becomes frayed with broken
strands, replace immediately by
following procedure indicated on
Chap. 2.6.

3.

To check oil level : remove oil level

plug (1) and check oil level. Oil level
should be kept up to oil level hole.
If oil level is below level hole, remove
breather plug (2) and add oil ESSO
Spartan EP320 or IP Mellana 320.
Tightening plugs.
IMPORTANT
Keep lubricated : drum clutch (4),
the bushing trough grease fittings (5)
and drum through the grease fittings
(3). Never utilise high pressure grease
system.

Worm and gear are bathed in oil. Keep

oil to level hole.

Section 4 Maintenance

24

MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
Winches mod. NH could be equipped with
Heavy-duty roller fairlead and Level winder.
The Heavy-duty roller fairlead and Level

PICT.16

winder have rollers working on bearings.

Example of Fairlead rollers

lubrication

Example of level winder

roller lubrication
C
Vertical Roller

Horizontal Roller

3.

4.

The Fairlead rollers must roll free to let

wire rope slide perfectly. Elements such
as: salt, water, oxydation and a bad
maintenance can cause the rollers
locking, and excessive wire rope wear.
The Fairlead rollers bad operation, can
cause their own rapid wear . We recommend to keep Vertical and Horizontal
Fairlead rollers lubricated, with medium
dense oil, between axe and rollers.

IMPORTANT
Fairlead rollers are subject to scrapping
with wire rope. Wear Fairlead rollers
must be replaced.
WARNING
A wear Fairlead roller , especially if
shows deep stripes, can damage wire
rope.

The Level winder roller must be kept

lubricated (C).
IMPORTANT
The Fairlead and level winder rollers are
zinc plated.

Section 4 Maintenance

25

FIG.17

1
3

4.1.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE

Technical staff required:
Technician or user

Recommended oil quantity:

Model
Q.ty
NH 25000 Min. 4,5 Lt. Max. 4,7 Lt.

4.
Procedure:
At least once a year, it is necessary inspect oil
level. To inspect oil level follow instruction as
indicated in Chap.4.1.1 step 2. To fully replace
the oil do as follow :
1.

Remove breather plug (2) (pict.17) and

oil level plug (1).

2.

Drain oil from winch by removing drain

plug (3) taking care to put the oil
drained in a container (7 Lt. capacity).

3.

Tighten drain plug (3) and fill up worm

gear housing with new oil through oil
hole (2) till reach oil level hole (1) (see
table beside for oil quantity).

Section 4 Maintenance

Tighten oil level plug (1) and breather

plug (2)
IMPORTANT
To avoid pollution the oil drained from
the winch must be carried off in
compliance with regulation.

WARNING
Inspect mounting capscrews and tighten
if necessary.

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SECTION 5
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
5.1 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
CONDITIONS

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Drum will not rotate by hand in - Winch misaligned.

the free spooling position.

CORRECTION
- Check winch mounting,

Chap.2.2. pages 11 and 12.

Drum will not rotate under load. - Load greater than rated capa- - Check technical data on pages
city of winch.
6-7-8.
- Low hydraulic system pressure. - Check pressure refer to performance charts on pages 8. Set
relief valve
Winch runs too slow.
- Low hydraulic system flow rate. - Check flow rate refer to performance charts on pages 8.

Drum will not free spool.

- Hydraulic motor damaged.

- Replace motor (ref.30) parts

- Winch misaligned.

drawing pages 29-32.

- Check winch mounting,
Chap.2.2 pages 11 and 12.

- Clutch doesnt disengage.

- Replace clutch and keys18 - 21

(for air clutch only)-26.

Oil leakage.

- Winch misaligned.

- Check

- Damaged oil seals, O-ring or

- Replace oil seals, O-ring and

gasket.
- Missed or wrong case drains.

- Oil plugs loosens.

- Excessive oil quantity in gear

winch mounting,
Chap.2.2 pages 11 and 12.

gasket.
- Check case drain according to

hydraulic system typical layout

shown (pict.4) page 13
- Tighten oil plugs as shown in
Chap. 4.1.1 and 4.1.2 .
- Chap. 4.1.2 page 26.

housing.

Section 5 Trouble shooting guide

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5.1 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

CONDITIONS

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Load drifts.

- Bronze Gear worn out.

- Replace

- Sliding jaw clutch and drum

- Check sliding jaw clutch and

the bronze gear

(ref.31) parts drawing pages
29-32.
- Replace the bronze gear
- Bronze Gear damaged.
(ref.31) parts drawing pages
29-32.
- Excessive heavy-duty operation - Check hydraulic motor and
winch.
clutch with edge wear.
- Drum shaft damaged.

Excessive noise.

CORRECTION

drum clutch as shown in

- Replace shaft (ref.37) and keys

(ref.34-35) parts drawing

pages 29-32.
performance charts
- Hydraulic system flow too high. - Check
page 8.

oil level, through

oil level plug according
instructions (Chap. 4.1.1.)
page 28.
Cable birdnests when clutch is - Band brake must be adjusted. - Adjust band brake as shown in
disengaged.
(pict.3) page 12.

Section 5 Trouble shooting guide

- Oil level too low.

- Check

- Band brake worn out.

- Replace band brake.

28

SECTION 6
PARTS LIST
6.1 PARTS LIST FOR NH
PART
NO.

ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO.

Section 6 Parts list

Q.TY

PART
NO.

ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO.

Q.TY

1 BREATHER PLUG

34 DRUM

2 CAPSCREW TE M20x110

35 CABLE CLAMP

3 CAPSCREW TE M12x50

36 CURVED SPRING LOCK WASHER A16

4 COVER

37 THRUST WASHER

5 GASKET

38 SLIDING JAW CLUTCH

6 CURVED SPRING LOCK WASHER A20

39 THRUST WASHER

7 CURVED SPRING LOCK WASHER A16

40 BUSHING

8 NUT M20

41 FORK

9 NUT M12

42 SPRING

10 CAPSCREW M16X40

43 CAPSCREW - REGISTER

11 CURVED SPRING LOCK WASHER A16

19

44 LOCK NUT M12

12 WASHER M16

45 BAND BRAKE

13 FLANGE GEAR SIDE

46 AXE

14 BUSHING

47 SNAP RING

15 CAPSCREW TE M 16X50

11

48 GREASE FITTINGS

16 PIN 8X12

49 SUPPORT

17 BRONZE GEAR Z=30

18 HUB

50 FLANGE

19 NUT M16

12

51 KNOB

20 BEARING

52 LEVERAGE

21 GASKET

53 SNAP RING

22 OIL PLUG

54 HANDLE

23 FLANGE

55 LEVER

24 OIL SEAL 58X85X10

56 CAPSCREW TE M12X80

25 MOTOR FLANGE

57 LOCK NUT M12

26 CAPSCREW TE 16x50

58 SPRING

27 HYDR. RADIAL MOTOR 1 SPEED

59 AXE

27 HYDR. RADIAL MOTOR 2 SPEED

60 CAPSCREW TE M33x90

28 CAPSCREW WORM

61 CURVED SPRING LOCK WASHER A33

29 GEAR HOUSING

62 NUT M33

30 KEY

63 MOUNTING ANGLE

31 CLUTCH KEY

64 MOUNTING ANGLE MOTOR SIDE

32 SHAFT

65 CAPSCREW TE M33X110

33 BUSHING

66 AIR CYLINDER

49A SUPPORT FOR AIR CLUTCH

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SECTION 6
PARTS LIST
PARTS LIST FOR NH
PART
NO.

ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO.

Section 6 Parts list

Q.TY

67 CLIP

68 LEVERAGE

69 LOCK NUT M12

70 CAPSCREW TE M12X50

71 WASHER 16

72 LOCK NUT M16

73 CAPSCREW TE M16X130

74 SNAP RING 16

75 LEVERAGE BACK PLATE

76 LEVERAGE

PART
NO.

ITEM DESCRIPTION
NO.

Q.TY

30

Section 1 Parts list

54

55

10

11

56

50

66

12

57

53

10

52

11

70

71

58

51

12

67

73

59

68

49A

72

49

50

74

69

48

48

40

47

75

60

47

33

44

41

39

45

43

44

47

42

76

AIR CLUTCH SHIFTER VERSION

42

41

38

46

37

46

45

43

62

61
36

61

35

33
9

62

34

62
61

15

33

11

64

60

31

63

30

27

32

26

65

25
21

14

24

28

20

19

11

18

65

29

17

62

61

23

16

15

12

15

20

22

21

14

12

13

11

10

6.3 PARTS DRAWING

28