Savwinch CS Series Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual page 12

Electronic Fast Fall System. Use any form of cable ties, conduit or other method to secure the cable every 10
inches. Then mount the Up/Down switch.
9. Connect the cables to the circuit breaker. Drill its mounting point. Seal the holes to prevent water ingress.
Pull the cables through to where the breaker will be terminated on the battery and solenoid or Electronic
Fast Fall System. Use cable ties, conduit or other method to secure the cables. Then mount the breaker.
10. Connect the winch's positive cable to the solenoid or Electronic Fast Fall System. Connect the winch's
negative cable to the common negative point. These joins will usually require larger diameter cable with
heat shrink. A double layer of heat shrink is recommended to minimize the risk of water ingress.
11. Mount the solenoid or Electronic Fast Fall System in a well-protected area, using the tabs attached to the box.
12. Critical Step: Attach all wires to the Up/Down switch, circuit breaker and winch as specified in the relevant
circuit schematic. Failure to connect the terminals correctly will damage internal components and void your
warranty. If unsure, contact your nearest service agent/dealer or marine mechanic before proceeding.
13. Once installation has been completed, it is important to test the direction of the drum rotation. Interchange
the position of the cables from the solenoid or Electronic Fast Fall System to the motor terminals to reverse
direction.
Fitting the Rope, Chain and Anchor
1. To install rope on the drum, refer to the figure and perform the following steps:
a. Insert the rope through the hole located in the side of the shaft (from the side opposite the
countersunk hole).
b. Feed enough rope to tie a figure eight knot, leaving a tail of about 40in/101cm at the end of the rope.
c. Pull the rope back until the knot is seated in the countersunk opening.
d. Keeping tension on the rope, tie a series of rolling hitches (#1734 suggested) until all of the tail is used.
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