2022 Continental Cargo Elite Series CARGO TRAILERS 12V DC Power Unit Troubleshooting Guide Owner’s Manual

General Instructions for 12V DC Systems

1. Check the battery voltage. If the voltage is 9 volts or less, do not operate the power unit. Charge battery to 12 volts.
2. Check to see that the motor is wired correctly to the starter switch and all other control wires have tight connections.
3. Check ground wire for good connection.
4. Check reservoir oil level.
5. Do not tamper with the relief valve. It is factory preset to a specified pressure and wired. Cutting this wire voids the warranty.

Symptoms

• The unit will not start
  • See causes 1, 2, 7.
• Unit drifts when power is off
  • See causes 3, 4, 5.
• Slow cylinder travel
  • See causes 1, 2, 4, 5.
• The unit will not lower
  • See causes 2, 3.

Probable Cause

1. Improper voltage to the motor
   1. See solutions 1, 4, 5.
2. Improper ground
   1. See solutions 1, 6, 7.
3. Improper voltage to valves
   1. See solutions 1, 6.
4. Leakage through solenoid valves
   1. See solutions 3, 4.
5. Internal leakage at the cylinder
   1. See solutions 4, 5.
6. Insufficient oil to pump inlet
   1. See solutions 2, 3, 5.
7. Pump seized or locked
   1. See solutions 4, 5.

Possible Solution

1. Check wiring to ensure that all connections are tight.
2. Keep the oil reservoir full and clean.
3. Flush and clean cartridge valves and/or hydraulic system.
4. Replace components.
5. Return for the necessary repair.
6. Check for clean, tight, metal-to-metal contact on wire connections.
7. Make sure the nut on top of the solenoid valve coil is tightened to 40 in. lb maximum.