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Tip: Mark the chain at suitable intervals with coloured line, or purchase and install a Maxwell
Note
To avoid applying the full force of the windlass to the bow fitting when docking the anchor, adjust the
clutch nut so that there is some slippage when docking the anchor.
Free falling the Anchor
1.
Check that the chain has unrestricted travel over the bow roller.
2.
Ensure the clutch is tight enough to hold the anchor.
3.
Dis-engage the pawl from the chainwheel and/or chain from the chain stopper.
4.
Standing well clear of the chain, insert the clutch lever into the clutch nut and loosen by slowly
turning the handle anticlockwise.
5.
Tightening the clutch nut clockwise will control the rate of descent.
Do Not allow the chainwheel to free wheel as this will allow dangerously high chain speeds to build
up.
4.
When the required amount of chain is out, reset the clutch and remove the lever and stow.
Raising the Anchor Manually
1.
Tie off the chain so that it does not pay out when the clutch is released.
2.
Insert the crank handle into the clutch nut and turn anticlockwise to loosen the clutch.
3.
Engage the pawl on the chainwheel and/or chain stopper onto the chain.
4.
Disassemble winch until the top of the chain wheel is showing.
5.
Insert the Clutch Lever spigot into the chain wheel hole and by levering on the shaft, turn the
chainwheel.
6.
Before releasing pressure, always make sure the pawl is engaged into the chainwheel or the chain
stopper is engaged. This is to prevent the anchor from releasing while manually winching.
Using the Warping Drum
The vertical capstan can be used independently from the chainwheel. This is ideal for handling mooring
or docking lines, or retrieving a second anchor. For safety reasons, a footswitch is highly recommended.
To haul in using the warping drum:
1.
Make sure the anchor is secured with the pawl and/or chain stopper engaged.
2.
Insert the Clutch Lever into the clutch nut and turn anticlockwise until rotation stops. This will
release the mechanism so that the chainwheel remains stationary while you operate the capstan.
3.
Take three turns of rope around the drum in a clockwise direction.
4.
While holding the tail of the rope, press the "Up" footswitch. The capstan will rotate clockwise.
Notes
•
To increase rate at which the rope is hauled in, increase the load on the tail.
•
To decrease rate at which the rope is hauled in, decrease the load on the tail.
•
Extra turns around the drum will increase the grip and require less load on the tail.
CAUTIONS
•
Make sure that you do not operate the footswitch accidentally while putting extra turns on the
capstan.
•
Keep your fingers clear of the capstan.
•
Do not put so many turns on the drum that easing the load on the tail will not allow the rope to slip
on the drum.
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AutoAnchor rope/chain counter.
1000 1500 Windlass
CAUTION
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