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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AutoAnchor 560 Owner’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Part 1 Important Information Part 2 Installation Part 3 Set Up Part 4 Operation Part 5 Maintenance Part 6 Troubleshooting Index To the best of our knowledge the information in this manual was correct at the time of printing.

  • Page 3: Part 1 Important Information

    PART 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION READ BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE AUTOANCHOR instructions must be followed for the installation and use of the windlass it is set up to control. standard pack. Check with your supplier or the AutoAnchor manufacturer. solenoid pack. the Quick User Guide.
  • Page 4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AA560 Current Consumption IP Rating protected from moisture. Range Compatible with all AutoAnchor sensors, reed switches and Rode - Rope and Chain ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (EMC) FCC Information: ESTI Information (CE): are intended to provide reasonable protection against interference by other emission generating products on the boat.

  • Page 5: Part 2 Installation

    PART 2 INSTALLATION 2.1 MAGNET AND SENSOR INSTALLATION PLEASE READ BEFORE COMMENCING INSTALLATION Correct magnet and sensor installation is critical for successful AutoAnchor operation. The AutoAnchor can be installed on vertical windlasses, drum winches and most rode (all-chain or rope and chain). Please follow the instructions for your windlass and rode.
  • Page 6 Fitting the Sensor: can damage the internal electronics. Ensure the sensor head is positioned so that it will not 2.1.3 PLUG AND PLAY SENSOR CABLE must be used to connect the sensor to the console unit. This cable is shielded and ensures The warranty does not apply if the sensor cable plugs are removed.
  • Page 7 Dual Installation Part AutoAnchor AutoAnchor AA560 AA560 Console Console Chainwheel Down Down 2.1.4 REED SWITCH SENSORS chain rode the reed switch sensor provides a reasonably accurate count of rode deployed but on retrieval the display may be incorrect because it cannot allow for the stretch in the rope.
  • Page 8 2.1.6 INSTALLATION VERTICAL WINDLASS - CHAIN ONLY Refer to the Overview Notes on page 3 before starting installation. Note: If it is not possible to align the sensor and magnet Chainwheel alignment. The AA black sensor and the reed switch sensor must be directly aligned.
  • Page 9 2.1.7 INSTALLATION VERTICAL WINDLASS - ROPE & CHAIN Refer to the Overview Notes on page 3 before starting installation. For an accurate rope and chain count, the rode must run between the sensor and Chainwheel Fig 4 Magnet Size: used on smaller windlasses. Check with your supplier. Magnet Fit: Sensor Position so that the rode passes between the sensor and the magnet.
  • Page 11 2.1.9 INSTALLATION HORIZONTAL WINDLASS - ROPE & CHAIN Before starting check with the AutoAnchor manufacturer, or supplier, that it is For an accurate rope count the rode must run between the sensor and m If it is not possib This provides an accurate count of rode deployed but during retrieval the display may be incorrect because it cannot allow for the stretch in the rope.
  • Page 12 2.2 CONSOLE INSTALLATION Choose a position where the operator will be able to see the anchor and windlass when bolts are supplied. These should be hand tightened only. 2.2.1 MULTIPLE CONSOLE INSTALLATION can also be installed with other windlass control stations eg foot switches, remote controls for details.
  • Page 13 2.4 VOLTAGE LEVELS Minimum Voltage Required 12V DC System 24V DC System operation. If the windlass is already operating, this is the 2.5 WIRING CABLE SPECIFICATIONS All battery and motor cables must be ring type, insulated to prevent short circuits and Total Length Cable Size Cable from AA560 to the Power Supply and Solenoids...

  • Page 15: Part 3 Set Up

    PART 3 SET UP 3.1 USING THE AUTOANCHOR BUTTONS Down 3.2 SET UP MENU OVERVIEW The AutoAnchor must be turned off to access the Set up menu. to scroll through the menu. General Set Up General Language Units Windlass Set Up Feet Windlass Docking distance...
  • Page 16 3.3 GENERAL SET UP To Access General Set Up To Exit General Set Up to the start screen. Set Language Set Units Set Key Beep Set Lock - For safety we recommend the lock be left on. 3.4 FACTORY DEFAULTS Resetting the Factory Defaults clears all programmed settings and logs.
  • Page 17 3.5 WINDLASS SET UP For accurate counting you must set up the AutoAnchor with information for your windlass. Record the settings for future reference. 3.5.1 To Access Windlass Set up 3.5.2 Set Docking Distance Increase or decrease the docking distance. 3.5.3 Set Total Rode Length Add total length of chain plus total length of rope.
  • Page 18 3.6.2 To Enter the Chain per Turn for Chain Only Rode Enter the measurement. In mm or in metric inches below for metric inch calculations. 3.6.3 Calculating the Chain Per Turn Step 1 Use adhesive tape to place a mark on the chainwheel.

  • Page 19: Use Preset

    3.7.1 Selecting Use Preset further settings. to the start screen. 3.7.2 Chain per Turn for Rope and Chain Rode This is the length of chain that is released during one complete turn of the chainwheel. 3.7.3 To Enter the Chain per Turn Enter the measurement in mm or metric feet table for metric inch calculations.
  • Page 20 3.7.6 To Enter the Rope per Turn Enter the measurement in mm or metric inches (depending on the units selected). settings. 3.8 SENSOR SET UP Standard - Applies to all AA sensors, reed switch baseplate sensors and proximity sensors. The default setting below).
  • Page 21 3.10 DRUM WINCH SET UP Total Rode Length. 3.10.1 To Access Windlass Set up 3.10.2 Set Total Rode Length Add total length of chain plus total length of rope Increase or decrease the value in meters or feet. 3.10.3 To Enter the Inside and Outside Diameter rode fully retrieved Inside diameter - rode fully deployed...

  • Page 22: Part 4 Operation

    PART 4 OPERATION AA560 BUTTONS In an emergency shut off the Down Auto ON/OFF power to the windlass using Functions the isolating/breaker switch. to Unlock Note: 4.1 INFORMATION DISPLAYED DURING OPERATION The length of rode deployed in feet, metres or fathoms. The direction the anchor is moving.

  • Page 23: Windlass

    4.2 USER PRECAUTIONS ty to ensure the AutoAnchor is installed, used and rding to the manufacturer’s instructions; should be allowed to use the AutoAnchor to control this equipment; disconnect the windlass/winch from all power sources in the event of an emergency;...
  • Page 24 4.4 AUTOMATIC AND MANUAL OPERATION For an accurate reading always ensure the AutoAnchor display reads 0.0 before deploying the anchor. 4..4.1 MANUAL OPERATION Deploy and Retrieve the Anchor Using Manual Operation. Turn the AutoAnchor on. Clear the safety lock. Hold down the up or down button to deploy or retrieve the anchor. Releasing the button stops the windlass operation.
  • Page 25 Safety Override Press any button on the AutoAnchor to stop the windlass during automatic release or retrieval. In an emergency shut off the power to the windlass using the isolating/ breaker switch. Enable Automatic Operation To Set A Rode to be Released Value Turn the AutoAnchor on.
  • Page 26 4.3 OTHER OPERATION SETTINGS Press to access the menu when the AutoAnchor is turned on. 4.3.1 To Clear to Zero The AutoAnchor must be turned on. Yes - return to start screen. No - return to the menu, then press again to return to the start screen.

  • Page 27: Part 5 Maintenance

    PART 5 MAINTENANCE The AutoAnchor does not contain any user servicable parts. necessary. magnet and replacing the sensor if necessary. After any sensor repairs or changes to sensor installation reset the sensor. See Page 24. it with a clean damp cloth. Avoid wiping the display screen with a dry cloth as this could scratch the screen.

  • Page 28: Windlass

    TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE/ACTION MESSAGES Cont’d Appears when switching on the AutoAnchor. 1. Another control is being used for the windlass. controlled. up or down terminal. The wiring diagram has not been followed. Power is backfeeding incorrrectly. to the AutoAnchor from a supply outside the control circuit. Refer to The AA560 will beep.
  • Page 29 OTHER TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE/ACTION 1. AutoAnchor beeps when it is turned off or 1. The unit beeps when it receives a sensor locked. pulse. This could be because the windlass is being controlled by a means other than the AutoAnchor. This is not an error. 1.
  • Page 30 PART 7 TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION caused by a fault with the AutoAnchor. INTERNAL VOLTMETER/TEST TOOL: This tool displays the voltages and status of team for effective technical assistance. Contact AutoAnchor support on: www.autoanchor.co.nz/autoanchor-installation-help.php Fill in the information form. Email: support@autoanchor.co.nz or Telephone: +64 9 360 0300. Access the information from the Set up menu or from the installation warning screen.
  • Page 31 Sensor Installation Diagnostic Messages Red sensor wire grounded If no short is found, the sensor may be damaged. Try a new sensor. Windlass will operate but not count. are being received by the console and it is not counting. Rotate the windlass to check for signal voltage. If there is still no signal either the magnet or the sensor needs replacing.

  • Page 46: Index

    INDEX Anchoring Magnet 3, 6-8 Automatic 22-23 3, 6-8 Safety Override 3, 6-8 Manual Installing Horizontal Windlass Back Light Installing Vertical Windlass Buttons 13, 20 Polarity Lock 14, 20 Seal Using the Buttons Size 3, 6-8 Cable 4, 11 Menu Overview Cable Specifications Motor Driven Sensors Lengths...

  • Page 47: Vertical

    Set Up Backlight Check Logs Docking Distance Drum Winch General Key Beep Menu Overview Rode Sensor Units Use Preset Windlass 15-19 Specifications Technical Swap Control Technical Specifications Technician Diagnostics 28-29 Testing Troubleshooting 25-29 Units Set Use Preset User Precautions 1, 21 Vertical Windlass Magnet Installation Sensor Installation...

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