Installation Of Controls - Maxwell 6000 Series Manual

2.9

INSTALLATION OF CONTROLS

The windlass can be operated using:
• Deck mounted footswitches
• Hand held pendant controller (single or dual
speed)
• 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
in parallel to the directional valve (for hydraulic
windlasses) or to the starter unit (for electric
windlasses). The controls can work on 12 or 24V
power supply.
If footswitches are used, then an isolator switch for
them must be installed in the wheelhouse, to prevent
operating the windlass by someone accidentally
stepping on the footswitch.
Hand held pendant controller is often the most
convenient way of operating the windlass. Maxwell
offers several variations of pendants, including single
speed, dual speed, single pendant for running a pair
of windlasses, pendants with auxiliary buttons which
can be used for starting chain wash system, hydraulic
pump etc. They are supplied with a plug on the other
end of cable and a matching waterproof socket,
which should be installed on a convenient location
on the deck.
All units are supplied with detailed wiring instructions
to assist installation.
Refer to wiring schematics in Appendix C for control
circuits. All control wiring should be done using no
smaller than 1.5mm² wire (AWG 16).
Where applicable, a manually resetable, ignition proof
3A breaker or fuse should be installed on the power
supply line for controls, within 1m (40") from the main
breaker/isolator. These requirements are mandatory
to meet USCG, ABYC and NMMA rules.
After connecting the power lines, spray all ports and
fittings with anti-corrosive waterproof coating "CRC
3013 Soft Seal" or equivalent.
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Picture 2.15
Pendant controller for operating two windlasses