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- Page 1 CAPSTAN 6000 SERIES...
- Page 2 VETUS-Maxwell APAC Ltd. reserves the right to Copyright: VETUS-Maxwell APAC Ltd. make engineering changes to all products without All rights reserved notice. Illustrations and specifications not binding as to detail. Printed in New Zealand P101026 Rev.9.00 19/11/2018...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents INTRODUCTION PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES PRODUCT VARIATIONS SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION SELECTION OF POSITION FOR THE CAPSTAN PREPARATION OF MOUNTING AREA PREPARATION OF THE CAPSTAN INSTALLING THE CAPSTAN 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... -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES Read this manual thoroughly before installation and using the capstan. Failure to adhere to the correct procedures, recommendations guidelines described in this Owner’s Manual may invalidate the warranty. Be mindful that the correct selection of capstan for each application, together with correct installation, normal care in use and maintenance, essential... -
Page 5: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS General Maximum pull capacity 2722kg (6000lb) 24V DC Drive Line speed (at 1000kg load) 10m/min (33ft/min) Continuous pull capacity 680kg (1496lb) Current at 1000kg load 215A Motor power 3.5kW (4.8HP) Weight of windlass 124kg (273lb) AC Drive Line speed 14m/min (46ft/min) Continuous pull capacity 1286kg (2829lb) -
Page 6: Installation
INSTALLATION SELECTION OF POSITION FOR THE CAPSTAN Position of the mooring capstan should be selected together with positions of fairleads for mooring rope. Definition of rotation The capstan can operate in both clockwise and Clockwise and anticlockwise rotation is anticlockwise direction, depending on how the defined as viewed from above the windlass connections to the motor are made (refer to diagrams while anchor is being retrieved. -
Page 7: Preparation Of The Capstan
(7”) respectively, will considerably simplify servicing. It is very important to insulate the deckplate from the boat with a non conductive gasket. This will allow access to gearbox mounting bolts, Mounting studs and fixings under the deck allowing the gearbox to be removed without should be insulated. -
Page 8: Selection Of Motor Starter
Offer up, from below deck, the drive assembly sliding the mainshaft through the deckplate, taking care not to damage the deck bearing. After aligning them correctly and choosing the most suitable orientation for the gearbox, bolt the deckplate and spacer tube together, from above deck, using the M12 x 70 hex head screws and spring washers. -
Page 9: Power Connections To Ac Motor
The Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) offer accurate control of current during start up period while keeping high motor torque. They also offer various other benefits like: infinite speed control running the windlass over its nominal speed accurate current overload and thermal overload control Both “Direct On Line”... -
Page 10: Power Connections To Hydraulic Motor
POWER CONNECTIONS TO HYDRAULIC MOTOR A basic hydraulic schematic is shown in Appendix C. Port sizes on the hydraulic motor and minimum hose sizes are specified in Section 1.3. The motor has pressure and return ports (bigger) and a case drain ports. The pressure and return ports should be connected to a solenoid controlled valve (not supplied by Maxwell). -
Page 11: Using The Capstan
USING THE CAPSTAN 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 Use only clockwise rotation for handling capstan with extreme care at all times. -
Page 12: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE CAPSTAN MAINTENANCE Every Trip: Failure to carry out the maintenance and The above deck parts should be washed down with fresh water. service, as described herein, will invalidate warranty. Every 6 months: Disassemble the above deck components of the capstan (up to the deckplate) as described in Section 2.3. -
Page 13: Recommended Lubricants
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS Greases - Lithium complex base NLG1 consistency No. 2 CASTROL DUCKHAMS Keenol FINA CERAN WR 2 SHELL Retinex LX MOBIL Mobilgrease HP Gearbox Oils - ISO 3448 VG 320 CASTROL Alpha MAX 320 ... -
Page 14: Tools For Maintenance
one of our distributors worldwide (Appendix D). When ordering spare parts, please quote: • Capstan model • Serial number of the capstan • Part number (see Appendix B) • Part description • Quantity required TOOLS FOR MAINTENANCE We recommend the following tools be kept on board for disassembling and assembling the capstan: •... -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Capstan does not rotate. No electric power to controls. Make sure the isolator switch for the capstan controls is ON. Check the fuse on power supply to controls. Make sure the wiring is correct and check it for damage. -
Page 16: Appendix A - Dimensional Drawings
APPENDIX A – Dimensional Drawings... -
Page 18: Appendix B - Spare Parts
APPENDIX B – Spare Parts – Topworks... - Page 19 Spare Parts – Topworks Item Description Part No. 4809 O-Ring SP2769 Hex Hd Bolt – M10 x 30 SP0300 Retaining Washer 2680 6026 Drum retaining nut - Stainless Steel 5453 Drum - Stainless Steel Retaining clip 2689 Deck seal SP0719 Deck bearing 3004 Hex Hd Bolt –...
- Page 20 Spare Parts – Bottomworks...
- Page 21 Spare Parts – Bottomworks Item Description Part No. Shaft - Standard deck clearance 6028 100mm extra deck clearance 7071 Spacer tube extension - with 100mm extra deck clearance 5483 Spacer tube 5262 Cap screws - M12 x 35 SS304 SP2481 Spring washers –...
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Page 22: Appendix C - Installation Schematics
APPENDIX C – Installation Schematics... - Page 26 LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty: VETUS-Maxwell APAC Ltd (Maxwell) provides a three year limited warranty on all windlasses for pleasure boat usage, and a one year limited warranty for those systems used on commercial or charter vessels. Warranty, service and parts are available around the world. Contact your nearest Maxwell office for a complete list of service centres and distributors.
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Page 27: Appendix D - Warranty Form
To be eligible for warranty protection, please either complete the form below at the time of purchase and return it to the appropriate retailer or supplier of the goods, or fill out the electronic warranty form on our website, Purchaser www.maxwellmarine.com Name: Address:...
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