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9. Trouble shooting
9.1 Electric windlass
1. Anchor rode pays out independently while windlass is not in use.
This problem is a result of not securing the anchor rode combined with the gypsy drive cap being slack. Tighten
the gypsy drive cap using the winch handle and always secure the anchor rode independently of the windlass
when not in use.
2. Failure to operate or sluggish operation.
• The majority of these problems are electrical in nature. It is essential that the proper voltage be maintained.
The proper voltage on a 12 Volt system is 13.5 Volts (24 Volt system is 26.5 Volts), constant low voltage will
damage motor.
• Ensure electrical cable size is large enough to handle the current draw and keep voltage drop within
acceptable limits.
• Check control switches, connections, battery condition, isolator switch, fuse and motor for operation failure.
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