Question 402Electricity & Electronics - QMED

The correct answer is C) de-energized and the brake is set by a spring. When the control handle of an electric winch is in the 'off' position, the solenoid actuated brake is de-energized. In this state, the brake is set by a spring, which applies the brake to stop the winch from moving. This is a safety feature to prevent unintended movement of the winch when it is not in use. The other options are incorrect because: A) the brake would be released if the solenoid was energized, B) the brake would not be set by a spring if the solenoid was energized, and D) the brake would not be released if the solenoid was de-energized.