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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND USER’S MANUAL STORE THIS MANUAL ON BOARD GECKO Stern Windlass ALU 12V only Rope A L U 1 2 V o n l y R o p e G E C K O S t e r n W i n d l a s s Via Philips, 5 - 20052 Monza (MB) (Italy) www.lofrans.com - e-mail: contact@lofrans.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Lofrans' declines any liability for possible inaccuracies due to print errors in this manual and reserves the right to introduce any changes deemed appropriate. For this reason, Lofrans' does not guarantee the accuracy of the manual after the date of issue and declines all liability for possible errors and omissions. - Page 3 5.3 Automatic Free Fall System ..........................16 5.4 Notes for Use ................................ 18 6. MAINTENANCE ................................19 6.1 Maintenance Program ............................19 6.2 Gypsy Maintenance/Replacement ........................19 7. TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................21 8. TECHNICAL DATA ................................ 22 9. SPARE PARTS ................................23 10.
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Page 4: Introduction
1.2 Assistance The Lofrans' products are backed throughout the world by a network of authorized distributors and assistance. In case of need, please contact your local Lofrans' distributor. Details on website www.lofrans.com 1.3 Receipt and Storage... -
Page 5: Safety Information
Lofrans' products are supplied exclusively for recreational nautical use. Lofrans' declines all responsibility for improper uses. The windlass is not designed for loads that might occur in extreme weather conditions. Lofrans' is not responsible for failures during use under such conditions. ... -
Page 6: Installation
Wire cutters and pliers 3.3 Recommended Accessories Use exclusively original Lofrans' accessories and spare parts, designed and manufactured to ensure performances, duration and for keeping valid the warranty. For information on available spare parts, contact your local reseller or visit website www.lofrans.com 3.4 General Requirements for installation... - Page 7 2. There must be sufficient ver cal fall of at least 300mm (30cm) at the i ernal side in order to avoid jamming. 3. The angle between the rope and the horizontal reference line must not exceed 60 4. The angle between the rope and the ver cal reference plane must not exceed 10 �...
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Page 8: Prevention From Electrolysis
3.5 Prevention from Electrolysis If the material of the stern on which the windlass is positioned is a good conductor of electricity then, it is essential that the anchor windlass be insulated from the stern through a non-conductive gasket (not supplied). Without this precaution, various corrosion phenomenon will cause a rapid deterioration of the anchor windlass. -
Page 9: Stern Installation
3.6 Stern Installation 1. Place carefully the drilling template on the stern, by ensuring the correct alignment. Mark and drill as indicated in the drilling template. The edges of the holes can be sharp. Make sure that the scale is 1:1. 2. - Page 10 3. Place the internal part and fix it using 4 nuts along with washers. The automatic stop cables can be passed through the depicted hole of the internal support. Do not apply silicone or any other sealant on the cables for future removal without damaging them.
- Page 11 5. Place the stern cover over the external support and fix it with the Tapping Screw Hexagon Head M4,2x9,5 DIN7976 A4 along with plastic washer on the bottom side. 6. Pass the rope through the hole on the external part, around the gypsy and through the hole of the support under the gypsy.
- Page 12 7. Measure the distance between the stern cover and the anchor to determine the position of the automatic stop and fix it around the rope as depicted in the below figure. (Note: no specific magnets versus is required during the mounting inside the plastic cases).
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Page 13: Electrical System
Firmly position the control box near the windlass in a dry place. 4.3 Circuit Breakers The circuit breakers recommended by Lofrans' have an intervention curve and not a simple plate value. The switches selected for each model guarantee the correct operation of the system. -
Page 14: Wiring Diagram
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Page 15: Use Of Windlass
5. USE OF WINDLASS 5.1 Lowering the anchor The anchor can be lowered automatically by using the free fall system. If the free fall system is deactivated, the lowering can be done either electrically or manually. When the anchor is lowered, the rope must be always fixed to a strong point or device in order to avoid any potential damage to the anchor windlass and especially the roller. -
Page 16: Weighing The Anchor
Always remove the handle when not in use. By disengaging completely the clutch, the anchor will be lowered at high speed. It is recommended always to check the speed. 5.2 Weighing the anchor Make sure that the circuit breaker is activated. ... - Page 17 Use the handle to unscrew the gypsy cap. Remove the free fall pivot and the spring and keep them apart.
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Page 18: Notes For Use
Screw the gypsy cap again using the handle and ghte � n it. Release the rope and turn the power to the windlass on again. Always remove the handle when not in use. 5.4 Notes for Use During mooring, the load on the rope and the windlass can be very high due to current, wind and waves. To ease the recovery and avoid overloading the windlass, steer up in a way that the boat slowly moves over the anchor. -
Page 19: Maintenance
6. MAINTENANCE 6.1 Maintenance Program For obtaining the best performance and the utmost efficiency of the anchor windlass, it is necessary to follow strictly the maintenance program indicated hereby. USE OF THE YACHT (MONTHS) FREQUENCY LESS THAN 2 BETWEEN 2 AND 6 MORE THAN 6 CHARTER EVERY 3 MONTHS... - Page 20 4. Remove the screw over the cap and unscrew the cap by rotating it counterclockwise. 5. Slip off from the shaft the external cone clutch, the gypsy, and the internal cone clutch. 6. Wash with running water. Do not use water under pressure. 7.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
7. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION 1.1 Check the protection switch and set it in the ON position 1.1 Protection switch in OFF 1.2 Check the charge status of the battery, check 1. The anchor position connections windlass does not 1.2 Lack of voltage in the system 1.3 Check and possibly replace the control box work when a... -
Page 22: Technical Data
(if they do, you will be able to hear a sound). If not, the automatic stop system must be replaced. For additional support, please contact our website: https://www.lofrans.com/troubleshooting https://www.lofrans.com/contact 8. TECHNICAL DATA Model GECKO Motor Power (W) Power Supply (V) Maximum linear Load/Pull (Kg/lb) 630/1400 700/1600 Max Lift Working Load (Kg/lb) -
Page 23: Spare Parts
9. SPARE PARTS... - Page 24 Gypsy DORADO Rope 1226 Gearbox A1 With Flange For IP67 1231 DC Motor X1 2011 - 500W/12V B14 1231B LOFRANS DC MOTOR X1-X2 2016 - 800W/12V B14 1303 Lofrans Motor cover for X1 -500/700/800W 2006 Main Shaft Gecko 2007 Stern Support Gecko...
- Page 25 2055 Magnet for Gecko Kit B 2056 Inner Cone Clutch CAT. 6-7-8 Sealing Ring 20-42-7 Kit E Sealing Ring 30-42-7 Type G Kit E O-Ring 2250 Kit E O-Ring NB70, OR 2325, Int.D=82.27mm, Cord.D=1,78mm, BS (EN) 42 Kit E O-Ring NB70, OR 3287, Int.D=72.69mm, Cord.D=2,62mm, BS (EN) 150...
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Page 26: Overall Dimensions
10. OVERALL DIMENSIONS... - Page 27 Via Philips, 5 - 20052 Monza (MB) (Italy) www.lofrans.com - e-mail: contact@lofrans.com...
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