Thunder 6000
XR
Troubleshooting Guide – 5/23/18
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Thunder 6000
XR
Tarp System Troubleshooting Guide
Below you will find troubleshooting steps for common tarp system issues
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Remote function not working.
1.
Reset system by removing power trailer power connection for 15 seconds then reconnect.
2.
Turn on the tarp system by pressing the (Open) & (Close) buttons simultaneously on the keypad for 3-5
seconds until the LED and buttons illuminate.
3.
Test remote function.
4.
If no function, reset system and reprogram remote per the remote programming instructions.
5.
Also can be an indication that the trailer power connection is loose and needs reworked and tightened.
Tarp system will not power on.
1.
Make sure that the 2-pole power cord is plugged into the trailer and has the proper polarity and voltage
to the tarp system. Positive is on the top post.
2.
Check that the tarp system circuit breaker near the tractor battery is reset, if applicable.
3.
Turn on the tarp system by pressing the (Open) & (Close) buttons simultaneously on the keypad for 3-5
seconds until the LED and buttons illuminate.
4.
Test the remote functions of the tarp system by pressing the (Open) & (Close) buttons simultaneously
on the remote 3-5 seconds to verify keypad button failure.
5.
Check for grease, dirt, and corroded connections at the battery terminals, circuit breaker and also at
the trailer power receptacle plug and outlet.
6.
Check for voltage on the back side of the 2-pole trailer receptacle. Also check for corrosion and looseness.
7.
Check for proper connection of the communication cable between the inner control box and the RF keypad.
8.
Unplug the power receptacle, wait 10 seconds, re-plug truck power and verify operation.
Tarp system powers on but does not function when pressing either (Open) or
(Close), no flash codes are present.
1.
Check for low voltage & loose connections.
2.
Test the remote functions of the tarp system to verify keypad button failure.
3.
Check for loose & corroded connections at the motor terminals and inspect the wires from the motor to
the inner control box located in the nose of the trailer.
4.
Unplug the power receptacle, wait 10 seconds, re-plug truck power and verify operation.
