1. Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Series S, self-tailing winch. This manual cover installation and operating instructions for the S30, S40, S46, S52, S60 and S66 self-tailing winches. The model designation is found on the top cover of the winch. Serial number is found on top of the winch base.
2 Seldén Series-S winch, S30-S66 The Seldén S-winches are manually operated and of self-tailing type with two gears forward. 2.1 Included parts Description Item No. Illustration Seldén Series S-winch Aluminium drum 475-130-01 Aluminium drum 475-140-01 Aluminium drum 475-146-01 Aluminium drum...
2.3 Technical specification Main components Top Cover Self-tailing arm Locator bracket Winch base assembly Drum assembly...
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Dimensions and technical data Model Height Base Drum Ø Suitable Power ratio Weight Safe Wor- (mm) Ø (mm) line dimen- (kg) king Load High (mm) sions (SWL, kN) Gear Gear (mm) Ø139 Ø75 8-12 12:1 30:1 Ø152 Ø75 8-12 13:1 40:1 11,2 Ø184...
3 Installation Installation of a Seldén Winch must be carried out by a competent installer who has read and understood this installation manual, the purpose and function of the winch and has checked the loads, winch sizing and mounting requirements prior to installation. Winch orientation, position relative to associated components and location regarding deck reinforcement and suitability must be checked and any reinforce- ment work carried out prior to installation.
3.1 Installation preparation Winch orientation For optimum performance during use, the winch must be oriented correctly for the intended application. If the winch is to be used for handling of multiple lines, e.g. placed on the coach roof for use as a halyard winch in combination with running spinnaker or gennaker sheets, the winch shall be oriented and optimized for the highest load.
3.2 Fitting the winch Use the provided drilling template and mark and drill holes suitable for the intended fastening method. Take special consideration for the winch orientation before drilling to allow compli- ance with chapter 3.1, Winch orientation. (If needed, the drilling template can be downloaded from www.seldenmast.com.
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Fit the winch with countersunk screws. Take measures to seal the interface between the hull and the winch to avoid water ingress. Recommended fasteners can be found under fastener recommen- dations on page 8. The hull and deck must be properly reinforced in the mounting area to keep its integrity with the provided tightening torques as well as...
3.3 Adjusting the self-tailing arm The self-tailing arm can be adjusted to feed the line into the cockpit. To do this, unscrew the top cover and lift the self-tailing arm The self-tailing arm can now be rotated to allow the line to feed properly. Be sure to refit the self-tailing arm correctly to the grooves on the locator bracket.
4 Operation Apply 2-3 turns on the winch drum and pull any slack in the line. Fewer or more turns may be required depending on the conditions. NOTE: More turns on the winch drum increases the risk of over- ride. Add more turns if required and then feed the line over the self-tailing arm and lock it in the...
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Emergency situations Override: In an override situation, secure the line on the load side to relief tension in the line around the winch. If this does not release the riding turns, fitting a secondary line may be required to acquire relief. Severe cases may require cutting the original line after the new line has been attached and pulled. Winch malfunction, diverting the line: If the winch stops working all together, diversion of the line to another winch may be required.Consider any forces that may cause further damage to the boat and/...
5 Trouble shooting Problem Problem cause Action Loss of self-tailing 1. Line not properly 1. Check line seating in function seated in self-tailing self-tailing jaws. jaws 2. Too few turns on 2. Add turns until self-tailing winch-drum function is resumed. Winch is not 1.
6 Service and maintenance To maintain top performance and assure longevity for all parts of your self-tailing winch, it is recommended to rinse the winch thoroughly with freshwater after each use. 6.1 Yearly maintenance Unscrew the top cover using the Winch tool supplied with the winch.
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Remove the main/drive- and secondary gear assemblies. Pay attention to the washers. Disassemble the gears and clean all parts thoroughly using white spirits. Inspect pawls and springs and replace if worn or damaged. When clean, apply pawl oil on the pawls and apply a thin layer of grease to the cylindrical surface of the small hub.
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Re-fit bearings, drum washer and drive shaft. Apply grease to all gears and refit the drum. Fit the locator bracket, the self-tailing arm and the top cover. Make sure that the line stripper is positioned in line with, and held captive by, the self-tailing arm before refitting the top cover.
7 Spare parts The following parts can be purchased as spare parts for your Seldén winch: Description Art. No. Gear Service kit S30/40 470-029-11R S46/52 470-029-12R S60/66 472-005-11R Bearing kit S30/40 473-548-10R S46/52 473-547-10R S60/66 473-549-10R Self-tailing jaws kit S30/40...
8 Disposal For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take this product(s) to designated collection points where it will be accepted free of charge. Alternatively, in some countries, you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon purchase of an equivalent new product.
7 Warranty Seldén Mast AB guarantees the Selden Series-S winch for 2 years. The guarantee covers faults arising from defective design, materials, or workmanship. The guarantee is only valid if the product is assembled, operated, and maintained in accordance with this manual and is not subjected to loads more than those indicated in the brochure and on the Seldén website.
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DINGHIESKEELBOATSYACHTS Seldén Mast AB, Sweden The Seldén Group is the world’s leading manu facturer Tel +46 (0)31 69 69 00 of masts and rigging systems in carbon and aluminium Fax +46 (0)31 29 71 37 for dinghies, keelboats and yachts. The Group consists e-mail info@seldenmast.com of Seldén Mast AB in Sweden, Seldén Mast A/S in Denmark, Seldén Mast Ltd in the UK, Seldén Mid Europe...
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