Installation; All Models - Lewmar V8 Owners Installation, Operation & Servicing Manual

3. Installation

3.1 Above deck preparation
NOTE: Lewmar recommends V8/9/10/12 windlasses are specified and installed by competent marine engineers.
IMPORTANT: Plan location carefully making sure that the operator can monitor the anchor recovery and rode
stowage and allow for the following:
360˚

All models:

IMPORTANT: The positioning of the motor/gearbox must be checked prior to cutting for deck/hull and bulkhead
clearance.
• Confirm L/H or R/H deck unit chain alignment.
• If possible, select a flat area of deck. To take up any camber or sheer a suitable pad will be required.
1. Make an accurate drilling template using the product dimensions from Section 8 and position in line with
anchor chain centre line.
2. Check space available under deck for electric/hydraulic motor unit and cable runs.
3. With the handle inserted, check that the drum can rotate through 360 degrees.
• Check the deck surrounding the windlass to ensure there is space for attachment and operating movement of
band brake handle.
• Positioning of remote handwheel if fitted.
Model V9 /10 / 12
4. Standard brake operation position shown, orientation can be rotated in 30 degree increments to optimise
brake position.
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Lewmar V8/V9/V10/V12 Vertical Windlass ref 66300094 Iss.6
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