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MAINTENANCE & SERVICE
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Disconnect the Battery Cables before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
LUBRICATION:
1. All moving parts within the winch have been lubricate using high temperature lithium grease
at the factory. No internal lubrication is required.
2. Lubricate wire rope periodically using a light penetrating oil.
CABLE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
(to be performed only by a qualified service tech)
：
1. Move Clutch Knob to the OUT position.
2. Extend Cable Assembly to its full length. Note how the existing Wire Rope is connected to
the inside of the drum.
3. Remove old Cable Assembly and attach new one.
4. Retract Cable onto Drum being carefull not to allow kinking.
5. Test the Winch for proper operation.
WARNING:
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SUGGESTED REMEDY
Motor does not
turn on
*Switch Assy not connected
properly
*Insert Switch Assy firmly to the connector
*Loose battery cable
connection
*Tighten nuts on cable connectors
*Solenoid malfunctioning
*Tap Solenoid to free contact, applying 12V (for
12V motor) or 24V(for 24V motor) to coil
terminal directly. Solenoid will make an audible
clicking when activating.
*Defective Switch Assy
*Defective Motor
*Check for voltage at amature port with switch
pressed. If voltage is present, replace motor.
*Water has entered motor
*Drain and dry. Run in short bursts without load
until completely dry.
Motor runs too hot *Long period of operation
*Let winch cool down periodically.
Motor runs slowly
or without normal
power
*Battery runs down
*Recharge battery by running vehicle engine.
*Insufficient current or
voltage
*Clean, tighten or replace the connector.
Motor runs but
cabledrum does
not turn
*Clutch not engaged
*Push clutch Handle(13) into
IN
position. If that
does not work, ask a qualified technician to
check and repair.
Motor runs in one
direction only
*Defective or stuck
Solenoid
*Tap solenoid to free contacts. Repair or replace
solenoid.
*Defective Switch Assy
*Replace Switch Assy.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
