TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEMS AND FAQ
Q: THE PUMP DOESN’T RUN
A:
Check the battery charge, recharge if necessary.
A:
Check the battery connections, clean and re-
secure if necessary.
Q: THE BATTERY WILL NOT HOLD A CHARGE
A:
Verify that the loaded boat is not exceeding the
weight capacity of the lift.
A:
Ensure the solar panel is properly connected.
A:
Re-align the solar panel for proper sun exposure.
A:
Recharge the battery with a 10 amp
charger and check the charge again.
A:
Have the battery tested. It may be old and
require replacement.
A:
If the lift is being used frequently during the
day, it may be necessary to use a 110-volt
maintainer/charger.
Q: THE REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT
FUNCTIONING PROPERLY
A:
If the range of the remote control is poor, replace
the battery in the key fob controller. The LED on
the fob may blink even if the batter is too low
for good range.
A:
Verify that the large power unit battery is
charged and connections are tight.
A:
Make sure
the antenna wire on
the power
unit's remote receiver is
located properly.
A:
Reprogram the remote key fobs.
Q: DOES THE LIFT HAVE TO GO ALL THE WAY UP?
A:
YES - in order for
your lift
to
function as
intended
the lift must ALWAYS be stored in the full upright
over-center position when the boat is unattended.
Q: IS MY BOAT SECURE?
A:
Yes, once you verify
that
the lift
is Over-Center™,
switch off the power and lock the power unit box,
there is less chance of theft.
Q: DO I NEED A MOORING LINE?
A:
Yes. Under most circumstances one mooring line is
sufficient to prevent the boat from drifting away if the
lift inadvertently lowers or the water level rises.
Q:
HOW MUCH SUN DOES THE SOLAR PANEL NEED?
A:
The panel should receive constant sun for at least 8
hours a day.
Q:
WHAT IF
I
GET A NEW
BOAT?
A:
Re-leveling the boat lift may be necessary.
A new lift will be required if the boat exceeds the
weight capacity of your current lift.
Q: THE PUMP RUNS, BUT THE LIFT DOESN’T MOVE
A:
Check the 'quick couplers' in the Power Unit. If
they are not screwed together tight enough, built-in
check valves will not allow fluid to flow.
See Page 14.
A:
Check the fluid level. See Page 19.
FOR ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE:
Contact your local dealer or call
1 - 866 - GO - BASTA
www.gobasta.com
Q: IS THE HYDRAULIC FLUID SAFE FOR THE FISH?
A:
We use a special low-toxicity hydraulic fluid
that is safe for the environment. This oil is different
than food-grade oil. Only use Basta Marine approved
fluid in your hydraulic system.
Q: HOW DO I CHANGE THE HYDRAULIC FLUID?
A:
Our fluid should not require replacement for a
considerable amount of time. If yours has been
contaminated or the hydraulic power unit has been
replaced, visit our web site at www.gobasta.com
for detailed instructions.
page 21
Q: THE BATTERY TERMINALS GET HOT
A:
Clean and tighten the connections on top of the
battery. After removing the wing nuts from the
threaded posts, scrub them with a little baking
soda using an old tooth brush. Wipe them dry
with a paper towel and reattach the cables,
tightening the wing nuts VERY tight. The
hydraulic pump draws over 100 Amps and poor
connections will quickly overheat and may melt
the cable ends or battery posts.
A:
Verify that the power switch inside the
hydraulic power unit has not been turned off.
Q: THE BOAT SHIFTS POSITION ON THE LIFT
A:
Verify that the lift frame is level and the boat is
centered and positioned far enough forward
on the lift.
Your boat may require a multi-bunk system.
Contact your dealer for more information.
Q: HOW DO I PREPARE MY LIFT FOR THE WINTER?
A:
Turn the POWER switch off, but leave the battery
connected so that the solar panel will charge it.
Make sure the power unit is not located where it
can be flooded by high water.
Q: WHAT CAN I DO TO REDUCE CORROSION?
A:
If your lift is in salt or brackish water, or is in a
marina or other location with stray electric fields,
you may need to install zinc or magnesium anodes.
Contact your dealer for details.
We recommend Chevron Clarity® AW ISO 32
or CITGO Aquamarine® 46 hydraulic oils.
Q: THE PUMP RUNS A FEW SECONDS THEN STOPS
A:
The main battery in the power unit box may be low.
A:
The battery in the key fob remote may be low.
