Launcher Not Moving

Launcher Not Moving

Possible Cause#1
No power to launcher

Solution Set#1

  1. Check PCM/PCR fused power from battery; 15A fuse blown replace

  2. Check 12V power to PCM/PCR

  3. Check ground to PCM/PCR

  4. Check 5VDC to PCM/PCR

  5. Replace PCM/PCR if 12VDC is not present on output connector



Possible Cause#2
Bad computer box

Solution Set#2

  1. If 12VDC and 5VDC are present at connector from PCM/PCR, replace computer box



Possible Cause#3
Stuck stepper motor

Solution Set#3
  1. Place slight pressure to top of launcher,  turn system on. 
  2. Replace launcher

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