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MAINTENANCE
1.
Periodically check the tightness of mounting bolts and electrical connections.
Remove all dirt or corrosion and always keep clean.
2.
Do not attempt to disassemble the gearbox.
3.
The gearbox has been lubricated using a high temperature lithium grease and is
sealed at the factory. No internal lubrication is required.
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 engine 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
-Loose or corroded
battery cable or motor
cable connections.
-Defective
relay/switch/remote
controller Assembly
-Loose or corroded battery cable or motor
cable connections. Clean and tighten.
-Repair or replace relay/switch/remote
controller assembly.
Winch braking
malfunction.
-Cable works in wrong
direction.
-Adjust the cable working direction.
-Clockwise direction looking from motor
end.
-Defective brake coupling
or spring.
-Replace brake coupling or spring.
