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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Likely Solutions
Motor overheats
1. Incorrect power cords.
2. Winch running time too long.
1. Use only supplied power cords.
2.Allow winch to cool down periodically.
Motor does not
turn on.
1. Switch Assembly not
connected properly.
2. Loose battery cable
connections.
3. Vehicle battery needs
charging.
4. Solenoid malfunctioning.
5. Defective Switch Assembly.
6. Defective motor.
7. Water has entered motor.
8. Internal damage or wear.
1. Insert Switch Assembly all the way into connector.
2. Tighten nuts on all cable connections.
3. Fully charge battery.
4. Tap solenoid to loosen contacts. Apply 12 volts to coil
termainals directly. A clicking indicates proper activation.
5. Replace Swtich Assembly.
6. Check for voltage at armature port with Switch pressed. If
voltage is present, replace motor.
7. Allow to drain and dry .Run in short bursts without load
until completely dry.
8. Have technician service winch.
Motor runs but
Wire Rope
drum does not
turn.
Clutch not engaged.
Move the Clutch Handle to the Engaged position.
If problem persists, a qualified technician needs to check
and repair.
Motor runs
slowly or
without normal
power.
1. Insufficient current or
voltage.
2. Loose or corroded battery
cable connections.
3. Incorrect power cords.
1. Battery weak, recharge.
Run winch with vehicle motor running.
2. Clean, tighten, or replace.
3. Use only supplied power cords.
Motor runs in
one direction
only.
1. Defective or stuck solenoid.
2. Defective Switch Assembly.
1. Tap solenoid to loosen contacts.
Repair or replace solenoid.
2.Replace Switch Assembly.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect power supply before service.
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THE MANUFACTURER ADD/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE
OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED
TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR
EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY
CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK
AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR
REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT
PARTS THERETO.
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’s Serial Number Here:
Note:
If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note:
Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as
replacement parts.
