Hoist doesn’t turn on
Operate the handset to determine if the Hoist powers up. If it does not – Follow the Troubleshooting guide below.
Troubleshooting Guide
1. Check the Handset is correctly connected to the Handset Plug.
2. Check the Handset wire is not damaged, e.g. cuts and brakes.
3. Check the ON/OFF cord has not been pulled, this will turn power of to the Hoist.
4. Begin to charge the Hoist, it is possible the Hoist is out of battery.
5. Check the Battery Lead connection points are connected properly, from battery to PCB.
6. Check for any damage to the battery leads, e.g. cuts and breaks.
7. Check the Limit Switch Wires for any damage, cuts and breaks. See section 9.7 for guidance.
8. Perform a visual check on the PCB for any damage, e.g. blown components.
9. Using a Battery Tester, check that both Batteries are providing around 12V to the PCB.
10. Replace current PCB.
11. Replace current Limit Switches.
Action Guide
1. Re-attach the Handset to the Handset Plug – See User Manual on Handset attachment.
2. Remove the Handset from the Hoist and Replace – See User Manual on Handset attachment.
3. Press the ON/OFF cord into the ON position to provide power to the Hoist.
4. If Hoist LED’s flash orange, use Handset to attempt to turn on Hoist. If unsuccessful, continue Troubleshooting Guide and refer to the section on “Hoist doesn’t Charge” as this is likely the guide to resolve the issue. If Hoist turns on, allow the Hoist to charge before testing. If Hoist does show signs of charging but does not turn on, continue this Troubleshooting Guide.
5. Re-attach the Battery Leads as shown in section 9.3.
6. Remove the Battery Leads and Replace as shown in section 9.3
7. Replace the Limit Switches – See section 9.7
8. Replace the PCB – See section 9.2
9. If voltage is below 12V. Replace the Batteries – See Section 9.3
10. See section 9.2 on PCB replacement.
11. See section 9.7 on Limit Switches replacement.