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THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR LIFTING / HOISTING
Symptom
Possible Causes
Corrective Action
Motor will not
operate or runs in
one direction only
Motor runs
extremely hot
Motor runs but with
insufficient power or
line speed
Motor runs but drum
does not turn
Winch runs backwards
1. Broken wires or bad battery
connection
2. Switch inoperative
3. Damaged winch
4. Damaged solenoid
5. Circuit breaker malfunction
1. Long period of operation
2. Damaged during operation
1. Weak/Low battery
2. Battery to Winch wire too long
3. Poor battery connection
4. Poor ground
5. Damaged motor
Clutch not engaged
1. Battery wires reversed
2. Switch wires reversed
3. Switch installed incorrectly
1. Check for poor connection(s) and that all wiring is tight
and clean
2. Check that switch wires are connected properly to
the solenoid
3. Replace or repair
4. Replace solenoid
5. Replace circuit breaker
1. Allow to cool
2. Replace or repair
1. Recharge or replace battery. Check charging system.
2. Use only supplied wires. If increase in length is needed,
drop down wire size to 2 or 3 AWG.
3. Check battery terminals for corrosion. Clean as required.
4. Check and clean connections
5. Replace or repair
Engage clutch
1. Recheck wiring
2. Recheck wiring
3. Check switch installation
Troubleshooting
