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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE
ACTION
c. Broken cam or cam
follower when clutch knob
turned under load
Replace damaged
components.
d. Wire rope is bound up
on the drum.
By connecting the hook to
a load and alternately powering-
in and powering-out, the wire
rope will usually work itself free.
IMPORTANT:DO NOT PUT
YOUR HANDS NEAR THE
WIRE ROPE OR FAIRLEAD
WHEN ATTEMPTING TO
FREE A BOUND ROPE.
e. Winch is not mounted
correctly, which causes winch to
bind.
Check mounting hole
dimensions. Follow mounting
specifications and procedures as
described in the operator’s
manual. Be sure mounting
surface is flat to with in 0.020
inch. Be sure all mounting bolts
are tight.
5.1.4 Winch lacks power,
pulls slowly, stalls or will not run
at all.
a. Ground cable is not
directly attached to battery
Attach ground cable to
negative battery terminal.
b. Loose connections on
battery or motor terminals.
Be sure all connections are
tight and clean. Do not let
bottom nut or stud turn while
tightening.
c. Vehicle battery not fully
charged.
Charge battery.
d. Battery terminals are
corroded.
Clean terminals.
e. Battery is too small or
defective.
Replace with conventional
automotive battery with
minimum of 12 amp/hour rating.
f. Burned armature due to
continued use near or at stall
speed
Replace armature
g. Corrosion inside motor
brush end cap
Clean or replace as needed
h. Power interrupt solenoid
failed
Replace
i. Failed switch, solenoid
or contactor.
Replace failed part
j. Short circuit in winch
power supply or wiring.
Check battery cables and
motor cable leads for loose
connections, worn or cracked
insulation, and fraying or bare
spots. Replace cable if
necessary.
