12
TROUBLE SHOOTING
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SUGGESTED ACTION
Motor does not
turn on
-Switch Assembly not
connected properly
-Loose battery cable
connections
-Defective switch
assembly
-Defective motor
-Water has entered
motor
-Insert switch assembly all the way into the
connector.
-Tighten nuts on all cable connections.
-Replace switch assembly.
-Check for voltage at armature port with Switch
pressed. If voltage is present, replace motor.
-Allow to drain and dry. Run in short bursts
without load until completely dry.
Motor runs but
cable drum does
not turn
-Clutch not engaged
-Turn clutch to the “In” position. If problem
persists, a qualified technician needs to check
and repair.
Motor runs slowly
or without normal
power
-Insufficient current or
voltage
-Battery weak recharge. Run winch with vehicle
motor running.
-Loose or corroded battery cable connections.
Clean, tighten, or replace.
Motor overheating
-Winch running time
too long
-Allow winch to cool down periodically.
Motor runs in one
direction only
-Defective switch
assembly.
-Loose or corroded battery cable or motor
cable connections. Clean and tighten.
-Repair or replace switch assembly.
Winch
braking
malfunction.
-Winch
working
in
wrong direction.
-Brake worn.
-Change winch working direction looking is to
clockwise look at the motor end
- Replace the new brake.
