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if the winch is submerged, it should be opened, dried, and re-lubricated by a qualified technician
as soon as possible to prevent corrosion.
Troubleshooting
⚠
WARNING
•
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
•
Disconnect power supply before service.
Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local
dealer. If the problem continues after troubleshooting, call your local dealer for assistance.
Failure
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Motor
overheats.
1. Incorrect power cords.
2. Winch running time is too long.
1. Use only supplied power cords
2. Allow winch to cool down periodically
Motor does
not turn on.
1.
Switch not connected properly.
2.
Loose battery cable connections.
3.
Vehicle battery needs charging.
4.
Solenoid malfunctioning.
5.
Remote is damaged.
6.
Defective motor.
7.
Water has entered motor.
8. Internal damage or wear.
1.
Connect switch properly.
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
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.
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