Owner manual

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ENGLISH 10020
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
Motor does not turn on Loose battery cable connections Tighten nuts on all cable connections
Defective Switch Assembly Replace Switch Assembly
Defective motor Check for voltage at armature port with Switch
pressed. If voltage is present, Replace motor
Water has entered 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 Move 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 The battery is weak, recharge. Run winch with vehicle
motor running (Battery should have a strong charge)
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 Replace Switch Assembly
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