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POWERWINCH RC23 Owner's Manual

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T
OAT
RAILER
Details and procedures unique to a specific model are labeled appropriately.
12 Volt Powered Winch
Setup with double line pull (pulley block)
Wireless Remote Operation
Remote Power-in/ Freewheel-out Operation
Spot Light Mounted in Housing
12 Volt Powered Winch
Refer to Specifications Page for Load Capacity
Power-In / Power-Out Operation
Hand Held Wired Remote Control
Thoroughly read manual furnished with this product and be
Thoroughly read the manual furnished with this product and be
familiar with controls. Do not allow individuals to operate winch
familiar with the controls. Do not allow individuals to operate
the winch without understanding the safe operation and
without understanding safe operation and procedures for
procedures for the equipment.
equipment.
P7040104r6
P5593107AVr7
W
INCH
These instructions apply to all models listed.
Printed in USA
Printed in the USA
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ANUAL
Model 915
OWNER'S MANUAL
Models RC23, RC23-S & RC30
pw915101
pwRC003
May, 2022
July, 2023

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  • Page 1 Model 915 OWNER’S MANUAL RAILER INCH Models RC23, RC23-S & RC30 These instructions apply to all models listed. Details and procedures unique to a specific model are labeled appropriately. 12 Volt Powered Winch Setup with double line pull (pulley block)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PROPRIETARY STATEMENT The Powerwinch RC23 and RC30 Trailer Winches are products of Scott Fetzer Electrical Group or SFEG, located in Fairview, Tennessee, USA. The information contained or disclosed in this document is considered proprietary to SFEG. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information presented in this document is accurate and complete.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION The following Safety Precautions Must be followed at ALL Times. Failure to follow the warnings and cautions in this manual could result in serious injury and/or property damage. This product can expose you to chemicals including Di- isodecyl phthalate (DIDP), Vinyl Chloride and Cumene, which are known to the state of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 4: Specification

    APPROXIMATE ROLLING LOAD CAPACITIES (VALUES ARE IN POUNDS) % Incline Level 100% Incline 0° 3° 6° 11° 17° 26° 35° 45° RC23 24000 13340 10040 6800 5220 3720 3060 2580 RC30 40000 23345 17570 11900...

  • Page 5: Installation

    RC23, RC23-S, & RC 30 Trailer Winch Powerwinch INSTALLATION MOUNTING UNIT Winch can be mounted on trailer in The following instructions are for standard mounting of the winch. the same position and location as an existing hand winch. 1. Remove existing hand winch.

  • Page 6: Wiring Unit

    NOTE: If winch does not operate, follow troubleshooting guide on page 10 and check in-line fuse (page 10) before returning winch. REMOTE TRANSMITTER RC23, RC23-S and RC30 winches are equipped to operate with a RF (Radio Frequency) transmitter and receiver. Transmitter and receiver are factory programmed to communicate with each other.

  • Page 7: Programming A Replacement Remote

    RC23, RC23-S & RC30 Trailer Winch Powerwinch PROGRAMMING A REPLACEMENT REMOTE Press to Learn 1. Connect wire harness to winch. 2. Release clutch knob and pull cable out about 4 feet. 3. Hold down up position of the toggle on back of winch for 5 seconds.

  • Page 8: Operation

    Powerwinch RC23, RC23-S & RC30 Trailer Winch OPERATION To avoid personal injury and property damage, ALWAYS clear area around and behind boat of people, animals and obstructions before loading or unloading boat. NEVER stand between load or anchor point and winch. Serious personal injury could occur if cable breaks.

  • Page 9: Manual Override Switch

    RC23, RC23-S, & RC30 Trailer Winch Powerwinch MANUAL OVERRIDE SWITCH If remote is lost or damaged before retrieving boat, a manual override switch is provided on back of winch. 1. Connect power to winch. Wire harness plug goes into socket on right side of winch.

  • Page 10: Operating Light

    To avoid damaging light, DO NOT operate light for longer than 20 minutes at a time. Light Switch Press ON/Press OFF RC23 and RC30 winches are equipped with a 12V light mounted on top of unit. Light can be used 12V Light when winch is running or when it is idle.

  • Page 11: Replacing Cable

    ALWAYS use exact Powerwinch replacement cable (p/n P7188800AJ). Winch rating and cable strength are matched for safe and optimum performance. NEVER replace cable with parts not approved by Powerwinch. ALWAYS wear leather gloves when handling cable. Steel cable can cause serious damage to hands.

  • Page 12: Replacing Strap

    RC23, RC-S & RC30 Trailer Winch Powerwinch REPLACING STRAP ALWAYS use exact Powerwinch replacement strap (P/N P71892). Winch rating and strap strength are matched for safe and optimum performance. NEVER replace strap with unapproved strap. 1. Unplug wire harness from Strap Plate winch.

  • Page 13: Replacing In-Line Fuse

    RC23, RC23-S, & RC30 Trailer Winch Powerwinch REPLACING IN-LINE FUSE ALWAYS use correct rated fuse. Using wrong fuse can cause winch to not operate and/or cause damage to electrical components. An in-line fuse is located under top cover of unit. In-line fuse is a standard automotive AGC glass type fuse.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Guide

    RC23, RC23-S, & RC30 Trailer Winch Powerwinch TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Winch Does Not Operate Confirm power to winch. 1. Check vehicle battery is fully charged. Correct as required. 2. Confirm connections are tight & clean. 3. Check wires for wear or bare that may cause shorts.
  • Page 15 Powerwinch RC23, RC-S & RC30 Trailer Winch ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST COVER AND ELECTRONICS pwRC501a Please refer to the table on page 12 to determine if shown items are used with your model.
  • Page 16 Powerwinch RC23, RC23-S & RC30 Trailer Winch Item RC23 RC23-S RC30 Description Notes R001333 R001333 R001311 Cover Kit P5594700AJ P5594700AJ P5594700AJ Hand Crank Handle P7188800AJ P7188800AJ Replacement Cable P7904300AJ P7904300AJ Pulley Block Kit P7830201AJ P7830201AJ P7830201AJ Wire Harness w/ items 6 & 7...

  • Page 17: Illustrated Parts List

    Powerwinch RC23, RC23-S & RC30 Trailer Winch ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST GEAR ASSEMBLIES pwRC502 Please refer to the table on page 14 to determine if shown items are used with your model.
  • Page 18 RC23, RC23-S & RC30 Trailer Winch Powerwinch Item RC23 RC23-S RC30 Description Notes R001275 R001275 Level Wind Plate R001314 R001314 R001314 Clutch Knob P7160901AJ P7160901AJ P7160901AJ Clutch Spring & Washer Kit P91011 P91011 P91012 120T Stud and Gear Kit P91007...

  • Page 19: Warranty

    Powerwinch WARRANTY SFEG warrants to the FIRST retail Purchaser that the Powerwinch Product described in this manual is free of defects in material and workmanship within the terms and conditions as set forth below. SFEG’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at SFEG’s option, of any defective component within the stated warranty period.
  • Page 20 Powerwinch RC23, RC23-S & RC30 Trailer Winch For Your Records Dealer/Installer NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: PURCHASE DATE: PART NUMBER: SERIAL NUMBER: PRODUCT NAME/ DESCRIPTION: Retain your original proof of purchase. It is required for all warranty repairs and returns. 2268 Fairview Blvd Fairview, TN 37062 Powerwinch 1.800.793.4793 | www.powerwinch.com...

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