CONDITIONS
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTION
Drum Will Not Rotate With No Load
1. Winch not mounted squarely
causing end bearings to bind the
drum.
2. Brake damaged.
3. Gears damaged.
1. Check the mounting. Verify it’s
square.
2. Inspect and replace brake.
3. Inspect and replace damaged
gears.
Drum Will Not Rotate Under Load
1. Load greater than rated capacity
of the winch.
2. Low hydraulic system pressure.
3. Winch not mounted squarely
causing end bearings to bind the
drum.
1. Reduce load to less than the
rated capacity of the winch.
2. Check pressure.
3. Check the mounting. Verify it’s
square.
Winch Runs Too Slow
1. Low flow rate.
2. Hydraulic motor worn out.
1. Check flow rate.
2. Replace motor.
Drum Will Not Freespool
1. Clutch not disengaged.
2. Winch not mounted squarely
causing end bearings to bind the
drum.
1. Disengage clutch.
2. Check the mounting. Verify it’s
square.
Brake Will Not Hold
1. Brake damaged.
1. Inspect and replace brake.
Load Drifts
1. Worn brake.
1. Overhaul the brake assembly.
Cable Birdnests When The Clutch
is Disengaged
1. Drag screw improperly adjusted.
1. Adjust drag screw.
Excessive Noise
1. Hydraulic system flow too high.
2. Drum in bind, winch not mounted
squarely.
1. Check flow rate.
2. Check the mounting. Verify it’s
square.
Drum Chatters in “Reel In” Direction
1. Low hydraulic system flow.
2. Low hydraulic system relief
pressure setting.
1. Check flow rate.
2. Check relief valve setting.
Clutch Difficult to Engage
1. Detent screw damaged or
improperly adjusted.
1. Replace or readjust detent screw.
Oil Leakage
1. Damaged brake housing gasket
or breather.
2. Damaged brake hub seal.
1. Replace gasket and check for
plugged breather.
2. Replace the seal.
Load Drifts
1. Brake needs adjustment.
1. Contact factory for detailed brake
adjustment instructions.
Troubleshooting Guide 8
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