Ramsey Winch Company

Troubleshooting GuideCondition Possible Cause CorrectionMOTOR RUNS IN ONLYONE DIRECTIONDefective or stuck solenoid Jar each solenoid to free contacts. Check each solenoid byapplying 12 volts to coil terminal (it should make an audibleclick when energized).Defective remote controlswitchDisengage winch clutch, remove remote control switch plugfrom the socket and jump pins at 8 and 4 o'clock. Motorshould run. Jump pins at 8 and 10 o'clock. Motor should run.MOTOR RUNSEXTREMELY HOTMOTOR RUNS, BUTWITH INSUFFICIENTPOWER, OR WITH LOWLINE SPEED.MOTOR RUNS, BUTDRUM DOES NOT TURNLong period of operationInsufficient batteryBad connectionInsufficient chargingsystemClutch not engagedCooling off periods are essential to prevent overheating.Check battery terminal voltage under load. If 10 volts or less,replace or parallel another batter to it.Check battery cable for corrosion; clean and grease.Replace with larger capacity charging systemIf clutch engaged but symptom still exists, it will be necessaryto disassemble winch to determine cause and repair.MOTOR WILL NOTOPERATEDefective or stuck solenoid Jar each solenoid to free contacts. Check each solenoid byapplying 12 volts to coil terminal (it should make an audibleclick when energized).Defective remote controlswitchDisengage winch clutch, remove remote control switch plugfrom the socket and jump pins at 8 and 4 o'clock. Motorshould run. Jump pins at 8 and 10 o'clock. Motor should run.Defective motorLoose ConnectionsIf solenoids operate, check for voltage at armature post;replace motor.Tighten connections on bottom side of hood and on motor.MOTOR WATERDAMAGEDSubmerged in water orwater from high pressurecar washAllow to drain and dry thoroughly, then run motor without loadin short bursts to dry windings.6