OWNER'S MANUAL RC23 & RC30 Trailer Winches pwRC003 12 Volt Powered Winch Wireless Remote Operation Remote Power-In / Freewheel-out operation Spot Light Mounted in Housing Refer to the Specifications Page for Load Capacity These instructions apply to all models listed. Details and procedures unique to a specific model are labeled appropriately.
PROPRIETARY STATEMENT The Powerwinch RC23 and RC30 Trailer Winches are products of Carefree of Colorado, located in Broomfield, Colorado, USA. The information contained in or disclosed in this document is considered proprietary to Carefree of Colorado. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information presented in the document is accurate and complete. However, Carefree of Colorado assumes no liability for errors or for any damages that result from the use of this document.
POWERWINCH RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING A WARNING INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE. CAUTION A CAUTION INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT MAY CAUSE MINOR TO MODERATE PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. IT MAY ALSO BE USED TO ALERT AGAINST UNSAFE PRACTICES. NOTE: A note indicates further information about a product, part, or step.
RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES POWERWINCH SPECIFICATIONS Light Switch Override/Learn Switch 12V Light Power Socket Clutch Control Knob S et 9” Re lease Emergency Crank Handle 9 1/2” 11 1/2” pwRC005 Various load conditions affect winch performance. The line pull required for a specific application depends on the weight of the load, condition of the trailer rollers, and the degree of the loading ramp incline.
POWERWINCH RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES INSTALLATION MOUNTING THE UNIT The following instructions are for standard mounting of the winch. A quick mount kit is available (p/n P7700000AJ). If installing with the quick mount kit, follow the directions with the kit. Steps 3, 4 and 6 apply when using the kit. The winch can be mounted on the trailer in the same position and location as an existing hand winch. 1. Remove the existing hand winch. 2. Position the unit on the trailer mount stand. 3.
RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES POWERWINCH WIRING THE UNIT The following instructions are for permanently wiring the winch. Two additional wiring kits are available and sold separately: A universal bumper wiring kit (p/n P7702101AJ) and a quick connect wiring harness (p/n P7866000AJ) for temporary connections. If installing one of the kits, follow the directions with the kit. 1. Attach the circuit breaker to the battery's POSITIVE (+) post or positive (+) terminal of the starter solenoid. 2.
POWERWINCH RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES Programming a Replacement Remote 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Connect the 12V power cord to the winch. Press to Learn On the back of the winch, hold the learn switch in the up position until the winch light comes on (5-20 seconds). Manual Override Release learn switch. pwRC009 While the winch light is on, push the arrow button on the remote until the light on the winch flashes 1 time. On the remote, hold the ON/OFF button until the winch light flashes.
RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES POWERWINCH OPERATING THE WINCH WARNINGS To avoid personal injury and property damage, clear the area around and behind the boat of people, animals and obstructions before loading or unloading the boat. Never stand between or behind the load or anchor point and the winch. Serious personal injury could occur if the cable breaks. ALWAYS wear leather gloves when handling the cable. cause serious damage to hands.
POWERWINCH RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES MANUAL OVERRIDE SWITCH If the remote is lost or damaged before retrieving the boat, a manual override switch is provided on the back of the winch. 1. Connect the power to the winch. The power cord plug goes into the socket on the right side of the winch. 2. Align the boat and trailer. 3. Loosen the clutch knob (turn counterclockwise) and free-wheel the cable to the boat. Attach the hook to the eye on the boat. 4.
RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES OPERATING THE LIGHT CAUTION TO AVOID DAMAGE POWERWINCH TO THE LIGHT, DO NOT OPERATE THE LIGHT FOR LONGER THAN 20 MINUTES AT A TIME. The RC23 and RC30 winches are Light Switch equipped with a 12V light mounted on the Press ON/Press OFF top of the unit. The light can be used when the winch is running or when it is 12V Light idle. Two methods of operating the light are available. Connect the power cord to the winch. From the winch: A switch is located on the top of the unit.
POWERWINCH RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES CABLE REPLACEMENT WARNING ALWAYS USE THE EXACT POWERWINCH REPLACEMENT CABLE (P/N P7188800AJ). WINCH RATING AND CABLE STRENGTH ARE MATCHED FOR SAFE AND OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE. NEVER REPLACE THE CABLE WITH ROPE. CAUTION ALWAYS WEAR LEATHER GLOVES WHEN HANDLING THE CABLE. CABLE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO HANDS. STEEL 1. Unplug the wire harness from the winch. 2. Loosen the clutch knob (turn counterclockwise) and pull the cable out completely. 3.
RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES POWERWINCH TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WINCH DOES NOT OPERATE A. Confirm power to winch 1. Check vehicle battery is fully charged 2. Confirm connections are for tight & clean. 3. Check wires are worn or bare that may cause shorts B. Check circuit breaker at battery Bypass circuit breaker and test winch. YES Does the winch run? CAUTION Do not operate the winch NO without the circuit breaker. Removing the CB from the circuit is ONLY for testing. C.
POWERWINCH RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES Replacing the In-Line Fuse CAUTION ALWAYS USE THE CORRECT RATED FUSE. USING THE WRONG FUSE CAN CAUSE THE WINCH TO NOT OPERATE AND/OR CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. An in-line fuse is located under the top cover of the unit. The in-line fuse is a standard automotive AGC glass type fuse. Required rating is 5A, 250V. Fuses are available at local automotive parts stores. To access the fuse: 1. Disconnect the power cord from the winch. 2.
RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES POWERWINCH ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST Cover and Electronics 17 15 (NLA) 13 1 16 14 17 11 10 18 1 19 12 8 3 2 1 5 4 6 9 7 pwRC501a 12
POWERWINCH RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES Item RC23 RC30 Description Notes 1 R001333 R001311 Cover Kit 2 P5594700AJ P5594700AJ Hand Crank Handle 3 P7188800AJ P7188800AJ Replacement Cable 4 P7904300AJ P7904300AJ Pulley Block Kit 5 P7830201AJ P7830201AJ Wire Harness w/ items 6 & 7 6 P7810500AJ P7810500AJ Plug, Wire Harness 7 P7837300AJ P7837300AJ Circuit Breaker, 60amp 8 P7810300AJ P7810300AJ Power Socket 9 R001501 R001501 Key FOB Remote 10 R001499 R001500 Receiver Module 4 11 - Note 1 Fuse, In-Line, 5A, 250V 1
RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES POWERWINCH ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST Gear Assemblies 20 21 26 23 26 22 26 23 22 * 25* 25* 25* 24 pwRC502 * Items marked with astericks (*) are not used on RC23 14
POWERWINCH RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES Item RC23 RC30 Description Notes 20 R001275 R001275 Level Wind Plate 21 R001314 R001314 Clutch Knob 22 P7160901 P7160901 Clutch Spring & Washer Kit 5 23 P91011 P91012 120T Stud and Gear Kit 6 24 P91007 P91007 Drum Shaft and Gear Kit 7 25 not used P91008 Intermediate Shaft and Gear Kit 8 26 P91010 P91009 Rear Shaft and Gear Kit 9 Notes 5. All items marked "21" are included in item 21 kit (clutch spring kit). 6.
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POWERWINCH RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES WARRANTY Carefree of Colorado (hereafter referred to as Carefree) warrants to the FIRST retail Purchaser that the Powerwinch Product described in this manual is free of defects in material and workmanship within the terms and conditions as set forth below. Carefree’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at Carefree’s option, of any defective component within the stated warranty period. THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE. 1.
RC 23 & RC30 TRAILER WINCHES FOR YOUR RECORDS: DEALER/INSTALLER NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: PURCHASE DATE: PART NUMBER: SERIAL NUMBER: PRODUCT NAME OR DESCRIPTION: Retain your original proof of purchase. It is required for all warranty repairs and returns.
