POWERWINCH 712 - Troubleshooting Guide; Winch Does Not Operate; Load Slips

A.
1. Check vehicle battery is fully charged.
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3. Check wires are worn or bare that may cause shorts.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
B.
A.
C.
Winch Does Not Operate
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Check circuit breaker at battery.
Bypass circuit breaker and test winch.
Correct as required.
Does winch run?
DO NOT operate the winch without
circuit breaker. Removing circuit
breaker from circuit is ONLY for testing.
Load Slips
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seconds with clutch fully released. This should free clutch allowing cable to pull out.
B.
Load slips back after boat is
retrieved.
Load slips during retrieval.
Check clutch lining.
Clutch lining is located on 120 tooth
gear under the LHS (clutch side) of case.
Ensure that clutch is clean and free of
grease.
Clean as required. If clutch lining is
worn or damaged, replace the 120
tooth gear assembly.
Thrust washers and thrust bearings
are worn or deformed. Replace.
Clutch bearing inside the 120 tooth gear
has failed. Replace gear assembly.
If winch runs, circuit
breaker is bad, replace.
Yes
No
Reconnect circuit breaker.
Contact your authorized
service center.
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