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CONDITION
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTION
Defective solenoid or stuck
solenoid
Jar each solenoid to free contacts. Check each solenoid by
applying 12 volts to coil-terminal (it should make an audible click
when energized).
Defective remote control
switch
Disengage winch clutch, remove remote control switch from the
socket and jump pins at 8 and 4 o'clock. Motor should run. Jump
pins at 8 and 10 o'clock. Motor should run.
Long period of operation
Cooling-off periods are essential to prevent overheating.
Insufficient Battery
Check battery terminal voltage under load. If 10 volts or less,
replace or parallel another battery to it.
Bad connection
Check battery cable for corrosion; clean and grease.
Insufficient charging system
Replace with larger capacity charging system.
MOTOR RUNS, BUT DRUM
DOES NOT TURN
Clutch not engaged
If clutch engaged but symptoms still exist, it will be necessary to
disassemble winch to determine cause and repair.
Defective solenoid or stuck
solenoid
Jar each solenoid to free contacts. Check each solenoid by
applying 12 volts to coil-terminal (it should make an audible click
when energized).
Defective remote control
switch
Disengage winch clutch, remove remote control switch from the
socket and jump pins at 8 and 4 o'clock. Motor should run. Jump
pins at 8 and 10 o'clock. Motor should run.
Defective motor.
If solenoids operate, check for voltage at armature post; replace
motor.
Loose connections
Check connections for quick connect battery lead to battery and
quick connect motor lead to winch.
MOTOR WATER DAMAGED
Submerged in water or water
from high pressure car wash.
Allow to drain and dry thoroughly, then run motor without load in
short bursts to dry windings.
MOTOR RUNS IN ONLY
ONE DIRECTION
MOTOR RUNS, BUT WITH
INSUFFICIENT POWER OR
WITH LOW LINE SPEED
MOTOR RUNS EXTREMELY
HOT
MOTOR WILL NOT
OPERATE
Troubleshooting Guide
