Troubleshooting Chart; Possible Cause(S); Corrective Action - Superwinch C-Serie Manuel D'installation

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
C H A R T
Symptom
Motor will not operate or
runs in one direction only
Winch will not shut off
Motor runs extremely hot
Motor runs but with insufficient
power or line speed
Winch runs backward
Will not hold load

Possible Cause(s)

1. Damaged or stuck
solenoid
2. Switch inoperative
3. Broken wires or bad connection
4. Damaged motor
5. Solenoids not grounded
Solenoid stuck "ON"
1. Long period of operation
2. Damaged motor
3. Damaged brake
1. Weak battery
2. Battery to winch wire
extended with same size wire
3. Poor battery connection
4. Poor ground
5. Damaged brake
1. Motor wires reversed
2. Solenoids wired incorrectly
1. Excessive load
2. Worn or damaged brake

Corrective Action

CAUTION Be prepared to
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. Replace switch.
3. Check for poor connections.
CAUTION Always use 2
wrenches (See Figure 1).
4 Replace or repair motor.
5. Check the ground path
between battery negative and
solenoid base.
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.
1. Allow to cool.
2. Replace or repair motor.
3. Replace or repair brake.
1. Recharge or replace battery.
Check charging system.
2. Use larger diameter wire.
3. Check battery terminals for
corrosion. Clean as required.
4. Check and clean connections.
5. Repair or replace brake.
1. Recheck wiring.
2. Recheck wiring.
1. Reduce load or double line.
2. Repair or replace brake.
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