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  • Page 1 VERTICAL WINDLASSES 6000 SERIES...
  • Page 2 Copyright: Maxwell Marine Ltd Maxwell Marine International Ltd reserves the right All rights reserved to make engineering changes to all products without Printed in New Zealand notice. Illustrations and specifications not binding as to detail. P19137 12/12/07...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES PRODUCT VARIATIONS SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION SELECTION OF POSITION FOR THE WINDLASS PREPARATION OF MOUNTING AREA PREPARATION OF THE WINDLASS INSTALLING THE WINDLASS SELECTION OF MOTOR STARTER POWER CONNECTIONS TO AC MOTOR POWER CONNECTIONS TO DC MOTOR POWER CONNECTIONS TO HYDRAULIC MOTOR INSTALLATION OF CONTROLS 2.10 NOTE TO BOAT BUILDER USING THE WINDLASS...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    This can be guaranteed only when calibrated chain to a recognised international standard is used and the chain is correctly identified to Maxwell, or if a chain sample is provided to Maxwell to develop a custom chainwheel. •...

  • Page 5: Product Variations

    PRODUCT VARIATIONS There are two options of above-deck arangements or “topworks”, combined with four types of drives. The types of topworks are: VWC - vertical windlass with chainpipe VWCLP - vertical windlass with chainpipe, low profile Each of the above topworks is available as clockwise or anticlockwise configuration (see description of Picture 1.1 Picture 1.2...

  • Page 6: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS General Maximum stud link chain size 16mm Maximum short link chain size 19mm (3/4”) Maximum pull capacity at chainwheel 2730kg (6006lb) Electric DC Drive Chain speed at 1000kg load 10m/min (33ft/min) Continuous pull capacity at chainwheel 680kg (1496lb) Current at 1000kg load 215A Motor power 3.5kW (48HP)
  • Page 7 1/2” G40 (ISO) & G63 ACCO 16mm DIN 766; 5/8” G4 ACCO (ISO) 13mm PWB, Weissenfels 13mm DIN 766 14mm stud link 16mm stud link 12.5mm stud link 12mm EN818-3 There are other chainwheel models less commonly used. Contact your Maxwell distributor for details.

  • Page 8: Installation

    INSTALLATION SELECTION OF POSITION FOR THE WINDLASS Windlasses of this size will often be installed in pairs, giving an emergency backup in the event of Definition of rotation mechanical or electrical failure. In this case one of the The windlass is called a “clockwise windlass” if windlasses will normally be retrieving anchor running it rotates clockwise, viewed from above, when clockwise and the other anticlockwise.

  • Page 9: Preparation Of Mounting Area

    If it can be arranged, the chain locker bulkhead should pass between the chainpipe outlet in the deckplate and the gearbox. This will keep the gearbox, motor and power lines dry and away from flaying chain. Access for servicing from inside the cabin area can usually be arranged through a locker.

  • Page 10: Preparation Of The Windlass

    • Refer to Appendix B of this Manual and identify all parts. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your Maxwell distributor. Some smaller parts might not be assembled on the windlass by the factory, but supplied in a plastic bag in the...

  • Page 11: Installing The Windlass

    Maxwell strongly recommends generous application of a high quality anti-corrosive paste or coating to the mating sections of main shaft, drive key, flanges, screw threads, dowels and other surfaces that are likely to seize after being in contact for a prolonged period of time.
  • Page 12 • Insert the two Retention Clips into the groove in the Mainshaft; apply some grease to help keep them in position. • Apply anti-seize compound generously over the Mainshaft and keyway. Insert Key into the keyway in the Mainshaft. • Assemble the Lower Clutch Cone making sure it sits nicely on the retention clips (see Picture 2.9).

  • Page 13: Selection Of Motor Starter

    SELECTION OF MOTOR STARTER Several AC motor starter options for windlasses are available, each with characteristic current demands and start load limitations. Maxwell recommends that selection of the best motor start system be entrusted to experienced persons familiar with anchoring The selection of the type of motor starter procedures and the vessels generating capacity.

  • Page 14: Power Connections To Ac Motor

    Both “Direct On Line” starters and Variable Frequency Drives are suitable and available from Maxwell, customised to suit the anchor windlass and stern capstan application. POWER CONNECTIONS TO AC MOTOR Remove the motor terminal box cover and take care not to misplace the sealing gasket and screws.

  • Page 15: Power Connections To Dc Motor

    Counterbalance Valve Block. They should be connected to a bi-directional, solenoid controlled valve (not supplied by Maxwell). The pressure line (when retrieving the anchor) should be connected to the port B and the return line to the port A (see Picture 2.8).

  • Page 16: Installation Of Controls

    Helm switch (single or dual speed) • Chain counter These control accessories are available from Maxwell customised to suit your windlass. It is the choice of the designer/builder to use one, two or all three of these controls. They are wired...

  • Page 17: Note To Boat Builder

    (“CRC 3097 Long Life”) and wrapped in plastic film. This ensures that your customer receives the windlass from you in the same top quality condition as you received it from Maxwell.

  • Page 18: Using The Windlass

    USING THE WINDLASS PERSONAL SAFETY WARNINGS • As with all load carrying equipment, the consequences of heavy overload, neglect or misuse may be unexpected failure and exposure of crew and/or vessel to risk. Operate the windlass with extreme care at all times. •...

  • Page 19: Lowering The Anchor Under Power

    LOWERING THE ANCHOR UNDER POWER • Ensure the clutch is fully engaged by inserting the As a safety feature all buttons on the controls clutch nut lever in one of the slots on the clutch (pendant, toggle switch or footswitch) are nut, and turning clockwise firmly.

  • Page 20: Operating The Warping Drum Independently

    Fully disengage the clutch as described in Section 3.4. The drum may now be operated independently of the chainwheel. Maxwell recommends all warping operations be controlled by the footswitch. This Take care not to allow “riding turns”. This is makes it a one-person operation and offers better caused by the loaded line climbing on top of control of the capstan in case of emergency.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WINDLASS MAINTENANCE Every six months disassemble the above deck Before doing any maintenance work on electric components of the windlass (up to the Deckplate) as motor, starter units and wiring, make sure the described in Section 2.3. Clean all components and power supply is switched off.

  • Page 22: Band Brake Maintenance

    BAND BRAKE MAINTENANCE The frequency of brake lining renewal will depend entirely on its usage. Should visual inspection reveal that the lining thickness has worn to below 2mm or if the ends of brake band can touch each other when tight, renewal of brake lining is necessary.

  • Page 23: Spare Parts

    SPARE PARTS Maxwell recommends a modest quantity of spare parts to be ordered as familiarity with the windlass is developed during installation. As small parts can be lost during maintenance, keeping spares (and spare tools) is recommended. We recommend the following list of spare parts per windlass to be carried on board: Part No.

  • Page 26: Appendix A - Dimensional Drawings

    APPENDIX A - Dimensional drawings...

  • Page 29: Appendix B - Spare Parts

    APPENDIX B - Spare parts...
  • Page 32 Item Description Qty Part no. 4809 O-Ring SP2769 Label 3740 Hex head bolt M10 x 25 SP0281 Retaining washer 1474 Clutch nut VWC VW 3801C VWC VW - S/S 5186 VWCLP 3839C Drum chromed bronze 2637C stainless steel 5188 Upper clutch cone P14180 Plunger 3566...
  • Page 33 Topworks key VWC VW 2638 VWCLP 3273 Insulating bush 3012 Deck bearing 3028 Deckplate VWC VWCLP clockwise version P14521 VWC VWCLP anticlockwise version P14523 VWC VWCLP non- band brake version P14167 VW VWLP clockwise and anticlockwise S/S 6852 30.1 VW VWLP Deckplate Lower 6853 Insulating gasket 3015...
  • Page 34 Motor Electric AC motor 208V - 60Hz two speed SP3344 Electric AC motor 208V - 60Hz SP3395 Electric AC motor 400V - 50Hz SP3394 Electric AC motor 400V - 50Hz two speed SP3335 Electric DC motor 24V SP2993 Vertical AC drive AC motor &...
  • Page 35 Band brake part numbers Item Description Qty Part no. Hand Wheel 6925 Dowel 6927 Bush 6926 Cap Screw SP2459 Guide Bush 5545 Shaft Guide 5525 Band Brake Threaded Boss 3654 Circlip SP0846 Anchor Pin 3655 Lead Screw Assembly - Standard P103819 Lead Screw Assembly - Short Shaft P103820...
  • Page 37 Item Description Qty Part no. Oil seal SP0715 Socket head capscrew M6 x 35 SP2483 Main shaft bearing 3043 Nut 3/8" SP0322 Threaded insert SP0587 Bolt - Hex Hd - 3-8 x 3in 304 SS SP0267 Flat washer SP0434 O-ring seal SP0720 Oil plug 3263...

  • Page 38: Appendix C - Installation Schematics

    APPENDIX C - Installation schematics...

  • Page 42: Appendix D - Network Of Agents And Distributors

    APPENDIX D - Network of Agents and Distributors EUROPE Composite Works–authorized service agent Croatia Quai Francois Mitterrand 46 Heli d.d. – authorized service agent 13600 La Ciotat Sv. Polikarpa 8 Tel. +33 4 42 83 83 00 52100 Pula Fax +33 4 42 83 83 04 Tel.
  • Page 43 Fax +44 (0)23 8071 0671 sales@goldenarrow.co.uk Malta Strand Marine – authorised service agent NORTH AMERICA Valdor Buildings Trig Is-Sebh Maxwell America LLC. Qormi QRM05 5829 B Triangle Drive Malta Raleigh Tel. +356 21 4723366 North Carolina 27617 Fax. +356 21 472338 Tel.
  • Page 44 SOUTH AMERICA Malaysia Argentina Explorer Marine Centre SDN BHD Trimer SA Lot 593-A1, Off Jalan PBS PO Box 206 14/11 1425 Buenos Aires Taman Perindustrian Bukit Argentina Serdang Tel. +54 11 4777 4577 43300 Seri Kembangan, Fax +54 11 4777 4588 Selangor Malaysia Brazil...
  • Page 45 PO Box 100-703 NSMC Fax +81 52 971 5708 New Zealand dives@asahi-net.or.jp Tel. + 64 9 9856600 Fax. +64 9 9856699 Call free 0800 MAXWELL (0800 6299355) Thailand info@maxwellmarine.com C/- Andaman Marine Consultants 90/5 M002 Chaofah Road West, Vichit, Muang 83000 Thailand Tel.

  • Page 47: Appendix E - Warranty Form

    Maxwell equipment. This Warranty sets out your specific legal rights allowed by Maxwell; these may be varied by the laws of different countries. In addition, the purchaser may also have other legal rights which vary from country to country.

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