E1 Single Speed Electric Motor Unit, 12V & 24V
To Suit Self-Tailing Winch Sizes 52
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TROUBLESHOOTING
STATUS CODES
The E1 “Intelligent” Illuminated Push Button acts with the controller to flash status codes to assist
in trouble shooting in the event of overload or where other system protection intervention occurs.
The push button will flash a number of times in quick succession, followed by a short break, and
then repeat again.
The number of flashes indicates the system status as follows:
• 1 Flash
Maximum working load has been reached.
The motor has cut out after reaching the pre-set maximum load for electrical operation of the
winch. Status will automatically reset to normal and the winch will be ready for use 5 seconds after
the button has been released, if the load has decreased below the max limit, and the button is
pressed again.
• 2 Flashes
Low system voltage detected.
This will occur if the system voltage goes below 10.5 Volts (for 12V systems) and 21 Volts (for 24V
systems) in idle state, or below 7.0 Volts (for 12V systems) and 18 Volts (for 24V systems) while
running. Batteries should be recharged before the winch is used again. Status will automatically
reset to normal and the winch will be ready for use when the voltage comes back above 11.0 Volts
(for 12V systems) and 22 Volts (for 24V systems).
• 3 Flashes
Max temperature of the motor has been reached.
The motor has overheated. Status will automatically reset to normal and the winch will be ready for
use when the motor has cooled down sufficiently (this may take some time). Ensuring adequate
ventilation around the motor will help to avoid overheating.
• 4 Flashes
Max temperature of the control board has been reached.
The temperature of the control board has exceeded 85°C. Status will automatically reset to normal
when the control board temperature drops below 75°C. Ensuring adequate ventilation around the
motor will help to avoid overheating.
• 5 Flashes
Push button error.
Operation of the winch is prevented because a push button has been pressed when system power
up is initiated – i.e. when power is supplied to the winch by closing the CB or battery switch. To
reset status to normal, release the push button. If the error continues, check button wiring for fault.
• 6 Flashes
Maximum continuous motor run time has been reached.
The motor has been running continuously for approximately 10 minutes. To reset status to normal,
release the push button, then press it again to resume operation.
• 7 Flashes
Max relay cycles reached.
The motor relay has been activated 20,000 times and will need to be replaced to ensure continued
safe operation. Contact Ronstan or your local Andersen Winches distributor for advice.
