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Symptom
Winch will
not operate
Runs in only
one direction
Will not free spool
The load does not
hold
Winch runs in
opposite direction
Motor runs
extremely hot
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Troubleshooting
Possible cause
Loose, damaged or
corroded wiring
Either wireless or wired
controls defective
Winch supply battery
inadequate
The motor has burnt out
Loose, damaged, or
corroded wiring
Motor connection stud(s)
have been overtightened
and snapped internal weld
Wander lead not correctly
connected
Free spool not dis-engaged Disengage free spool
Free spool not engaged
The brake unit has failed
The wiinch rope has come
off drum fixing
Yellow and black terminal
connections reversed
Wireless receiver output
wires connected in reverse
A long period of operation
Weight overload
Remedy
Check all wiring and connections
to ensure good condition
Test using another control system
Check the voltage of the supply
battery matches winch
Test motor by direct connection
and replace if required
Check all wiring and connections
to ensure good condition
Replace motor
Check wander lead is correctly
inserted into the control box socket
(& rotated to lock position if
bayonet type)
Engage free spool
Replace brake unit
Re-fix rope to drum
Swap connections to Yellow and
Black terminals
Swap wireless receiver output
wire connections
Stop operation to let the unit
cool down
Reduce load
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