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11.Never install winch in such a way that the warning and instruction labels are
obscured. Someone who has not read this manual may need to see them to
understand the proper operation of the winch.
12.Always operate the winch with an unobstructed view of the winching operation.
13.Check for correct direction of rotation before using winch. The winch must be
properly wired to ensure correct direction of drum rotation.
15.Always unplug the remote pendant before working in or around the roller
fairlead or winch drum (the danger zone)to prevent the winch from being
turned on accidentally. Use hand saver when winding end of wire rope.
16.When lifting a load, slowly take up the slack until it be comes taut. Stop, recheck
all winching connections.
17.Do not machine or weld any part of the winch. Such alterations may weaken the
structural integrity of the winch, and void your warranty.
18.Never allow shock loads to beapplied to winch.
14.Remove and store the remote pendant assembly in a safe place when
not in use to prevent unauthorized use.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART
Motor will not operate or 1. Damaged or stuck CAUTION Be prepared to
runs in one direction only solenoid disconnect power when
performing this test. If a
solenoid sticks once, it
is likely to stick again
and must be replaced
immediately .
1. Tap solenoid to free stuck
contacts. Check by applying
voltage to the small solenoid
terminal. Be sure solenoid is
grounded back to source. A
solenoid that is not stuck will
make an audible ?click? when
first energized.
2. Switch inoperativ 2. Replace switch.
3. Broken wires or bad connection 3 Check for poor connections.
CAUTION Always use 2
wrenches (See Figure 1).
4. Damaged moto 4 Replace or repair motor.
5. Solenoids not grounded 5. Check the ground path
between battery negative and
solenoid base.
Winch will not shut off Solenoid stuck “ ON “ If a solenoid sticks on, reverse
direction and hold trigger switch
until the power lead can be dis-
connected. A safety disconnect
switch is available as an accessory.
Motor runs extremely hot 1.Long period of operation 1.Allow to cool.
2. Damaged motor 2. Replace or repair motor.
3. Damaged brak 3.Replace or repair brake.
Motor runs but with insufficient 1.Weak batter 1. Recharge or replace battery.
power or line speed Check charging system.
2. Battery to winch wire
extended with same size wire 2. Use larger diameter wire.
3. Poor battery connection 3. Check battery terminals for
corrosion. Clean as required.
4. Poor groun 4.Check and clean connections.
5. Damaged brak 5. Repair or replace brake.
Winch runs backward 1.Motor wires reversed 1. Recheck wiring.
2. Solenoids wired incorrectly 2. Recheck wiring.
Will not hold load 1.Excessive lo 1. Reduce load or double line.
2. Worn or damaged brake 2. Repair or replace brake.
Symptom Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action
