Troubleshooting Chart - DL StrongArm SA5000AC El Manual Del Propietario

O-Ring Illustration
tighten the clutch mechanism) the spring lug on
the spring keeper should come to rest at
approximately the 2:30 o'clock position.(See
FIG. 7)
5. Check the pulley block and hook assembly
(MODELS SA7000AC AND SA12000AC) to be
sure that the pulley rotates freely on the bronze
pulley spacer. Occasional greasing of these two
items is recommended.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

SYMPTOM
Safety hook spreads
Cable snaps
Cable miswrap
and/or crushing
Load creeps when power is OFF
Winch motor runs but fails
to wind cable
Winch motor runs hot
Winch motor fails to run
Cable will not pull out (free wheel)
Smokes
FIG. 6
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
1. Point loading of hook
2. Load exceeds rated capacity of unit
1. Improperly maintained cable.
2. Overloading
Loose cable being wound onto drum
1. Brake/clutch out of adjustment
2. Roller clutch, not engaging
3. Overloading
1. Clutch is slipping.
2. Gear train is damaged.
In operation too long
Electrical
1. Sticking cable
2. Sticking clutch
Normal on initial power down use
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Clutch Spring Illustration
FIG. 7
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Replace hook
2. Lighten load, reduce %
of incline or reduce load friction
1. See "Maintenance"
2. Reduce load
Keep tension on cable at all times
1. Adjust (see Maintenance).
2. Replace.
3. Reduce load.
1. Check clutch lining for grease or oil. See
"Maintenance" for clutch adjustment procedure.
2. Check and Repair
Let motor cool for at least 20 minutes. (See Winch
Rating Section.)
Check the following: power supply, wiring, control
switch, male/female connections and motor.
1. Avoid cable miswrap.
2.a. "Jog" power switch with clutch in free wheel
(No load only).
b. Disassemble, clean & readjust clutch, see
"Maintenance".
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