S Y S T E M S INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Muir Windlass. Muir go to great lengths to develop anchoring systems that not only meet all your performance and safety requirements, but at the same time are designed with a style and finish that enhances the aesthetics of your vessel.
NOTE: On assembly, grease all moving parts and the deck plate grease nipple with a Lithium / Teflon based grease. The Motor / gear drive assembly should be protected with anti-corrosion film or grease tape. March 2014 www.muir.com.au...
NOTE: On assembly, grease all moving parts and the deck plate grease nipple with a Lithium / Teflon based grease. The Motor / gear drive assembly should be protected with anti-corrosion film or grease tape. March 2014 www.muir.com.au...
For wiring information, please refer to the appropriate wiring diagram listed in the table below. WINCH MODEL MOTOR SIZE MOTOR TYPE VC 850 1000W 3 POLE VC 2500 1200W 3 POLE VC 3500 1500W 3 POLE This way up March 2014 www.muir.com.au...
Line Care Muir Capstans are designed to run on 3-strand nylon line (supplied by Muir) which has been specially treated with fabric softener to prevent it from hardening. It is recommended to soak your rope in fresh water containing fabric softener every 3 months.
3. Check the drive key between the gearbox and motor input. HYDRAULIC MOTOR Refer any problems with your hydraulic motor to a Muir service agent or Muir Hobart. Rope/Chain Splice. To stop rope unravelling, seize rope 400mm(16") from end with whipping twine.
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• Normal worn parts or to damage caused by neglect, lack of maintenance, accident or improper service/installation or service by persons other than an authorised Muir representative. • Muir shall not be responsible for failures due to products being used in applications that they are not intended for, or exceed the products performance specifications.
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Please apply this method to all reversing solenoids, circuit breakers and motor terminals. Turn top spanner clockwise to tighten Hold bottom Spanner firm Correct method using 2 spanners. Incorrect method using 1 spanner. www.muir.com.au Teminal Warning 24.01.13...
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