Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible cause
Loose, damaged or
corroded wiring
Either wireless or wired
controls defective
Winch will
not operate
Winch supply battery
inadequate
The motor has burnt out
Loose, damaged, or
corroded wiring
Motor connection stud(s)
have been overtightened
Runs in only
and snapped internal weld
one direction
Wander lead not correctly
connected
Will not free spool
Free spool not dis-engaged Disengage free spool
Free spool not engaged
The load does not
The brake unit has failed
hold
The wiinch rope has come
off drum fixing
Yellow and black terminal
connections reversed
Winch runs in
opposite direction
Wireless receiver output
wires connected in reverse
A long period of operation
Motor runs
extremely hot
Weight overload
Warranty
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www.winchmax.co.uk/warranty-registration or scan
the QR code shown here.
info@winchmax.co.uk
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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CERTIFICATE
of Conformity
Applicant:
WINCHMAX LTD
Address:
BUNGAY, SUFFOLK, NR352AN, ENGLAND, UK
Product:
ELECTRIC WINCH
Voltage:
12/24 voltt
WMSL13500, WMSL13500MILSPEC, WMSL17500
Models:
The tests were performed in normal operation mode. The test results
apply only to the particular sample tested and to the specific tests
carried out. This certificate applies specifically to the
sample investigated in our test reference number only.
The CE markings as shown below can be affixed on the product after
preparation of necessary technical documentation.
Director
WINCHMAX Ltd.