Recent content by whitediamond642

I would say I use it at least 4-5 a week on average throughout the year. Definitely more during summer during prime project time periods. I've never timed the total travel, but I would estimate around 30 seconds one way, so I would rarely hit the max duty cycle. Even if I do, it's far below...

Hey all. I just got home from a trip and was able to do some additional testing. The issue is with the left retractabke cord reel. As soon as I gave it a tug to get past the 18 inch failure point, the hoist started working again! I'm not sure what the connection issue is, but matt_i is right...

Also, I used the same cord reels for my garage door lighting solution to maintain ceiling lighting with the garage doors are open during the hot KS summer evenings. The reels get used everything time the garage doors open and I've had zero issues there. Still, this would be a much easier (and...

Gutman - The stopping point is exactly the same every time. Even if I raise and lower it a bit multiple times before dropping it to the 18 inches where it stops. Repositioning the platform is possible and likely my next step from a troubleshooting perspective if I don't identify another...

TLDR. My electric cable hoist no longer lowers a load more that 18 inches before it goes "dead." Happy New Year! First time poster and long time lurker. I've always found answers just by searching but do need help with my current issue with my electric hoist that I use as a freight "elevator"...