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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Likely Solutions
Motor overheats.
1. Incorrect power cords.
2. Winch running time too long.
1. Use only supplied power cords.
2. Allow Winch to cool down periodically.
Motor does
not turn on.
1. Remote batteries dead.
2. Loose battery cable connections.
3. Vehicle battery needs charging.
4. Solenoid malfunctioning.
5. Remote damaged.
6. Defective motor.
7. Water has entered motor.
8. Internal damage or wear.
1. Replace Remote batteries.
2. Tighten nuts on all cable connections.
3. Fully charge battery.
4. Tap solenoid to loosen contacts.
Apply 12 volts to coil terminals directly.
A clicking indicates proper activation.
5. Replace Remote.
6. Check for voltage at armature port
with Switch pressed. If voltage
is present, replace motor.
7. Allow to drain and dry. Run in short
bursts without load until completely dry.
8. Have technician service Winch.
Motor runs but
Wire Rope drum
does not turn.
Clutch not engaged.
Move the Clutch Handle to the
Engaged position. If problem persists, a
qualified technician needs to check and repair.
Motor runs
slowly or without
normal power.
1. Insufficient current or voltage.
2. Loose or corroded battery
cable connections.
3. Incorrect power cords.
1. Battery weak, recharge.
Run Winch with vehicle motor running.
2. Clean, tighten, or replace.
3. Use only supplied power cords.
Motor runs in one
direction only.
1. Defective or stuck solenoid.
2. Remote damaged.
1. Tap solenoid to loosen contacts.
Repair or replace solenoid.
2. Replace Remote.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing
the tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
