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  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS PART 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION PART 2 INSTALLATION PART 3 SET UP PART 4 USING THE AUTOANCHOR 150 PART 5 MAINTENANCE PART 6 TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 4 PART 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION REAd BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE AA150 The AA150 is a rope and chain or chain only rode counter. It does not control the windlass. A toggle switch, deck switch or handheld remote is required to operate the windlass. The AA150 can be fitted to most vertical windlasses. A horizontal windlass may require a sensor holder or a custom designed sensor which is not included in the standard pack. Check with your supplier or the AutoAnchor manufacturer. The AA150 should only be installed by a qualified marine electrician. Do not attempt to install the AA150 unless you are suitably qualified. The AA150 must be fitted to a windlass with a dual direction control box or solenoid pack. Information for installation and operation of the AA150 is supplied including preset windlass profile lists and wiring diagrams. All instructions should be left on board for the owner. Non compliance with the instructions could impair the windlass and the AA150 operation, and could result in personal injury and/or damage to the boat. Non compliance with the instructions will negate the manufacturer’s warranty. The AA150 manufacturer and supplier accept no liability for personal injury or property damage resulting from failure to follow the installation instructions or the use of the AA150 in a way that may cause accidents or damage or that may violate the law. All the technical and cable specifications must be checked and adhered to. Wiring diagrams must be followed without modification. Installation is not complete until the AA150 has been set up to comply with the windlass and rode and then tested in a safe environment. All installations must be carried out in accordance with USCG, ABYC, NMMA and BMEA requirements. This manual supports the installation and use of the AA150 only. The appropriate manufacturer’s instructions must be followed for the installation and use of the windlass it is connected to.

  • Page 5: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)

    ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITy (EMC) FCC Information: This device complies with CFR47 Part 15 of FCC Rules for Class B equipment. ESTI Information (CE): This device meets the relevant standards set out in European Standard EN 60945:2002 for maritime navigation and radio communication equipment and systems. These These standards are intended to provide reasonable protection against interference by other emission generating products on the boat. Compliance with these standards is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. The installation instructions must be followed to minimise the potential for interference. Note: If shielded cable is not used for the sensor connections this will compromise the EMC and may invalidate the warranty. The AA150 console must be installed at least 3 ft (1m) away from any transmission equipment or cables carrying radio signals eg VHF radios, cables and antennas or radar antennas; and at least 6 ft (2m) away from any SSB equipment. AA150 cables must be installed at least 1.5ft (500mm) away from such items. 1.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AA150 Power Supply 12V/24V DC Current Consumption 30mA IP Rating IP65 from the front provided the unit is mounted so the back is protected from moisture. Maximum Voltage 30V DC Operating Temperature F to 140 F (-5 C to 60 Range Sensor Compatible with all AutoAnchor sensors, reed switches and...

  • Page 6: Cable Specifications

    1.2 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS All Cables: 1.0mm (AWG18) Rope/Chain Connections: If the brown and white wires are connected to the motor terminals for rope/chain counting short circuit protection is required. The load sensor terminators supplied have motor terminal connectors with a 1000 ohm resister prefitted. If these terminators are not used a 1000 ohm resister must be fitted near the motor terminal. 1.3 POwER SUPPLy ThE PoWER SuPPly MuST BE DISCoNNECTED DuRINg INSTAllATIoN AND WhEN MAkING ANY CHANGES TO WIRING OR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. 12V or 24V DC power supply is required to the AA150 console. Check battery polarity before connecting power. The power must be disconnected when installing and connecting the wiring. A 5 Amp resettable isolating/breaker switch to shut off power to the AA150 and the windlass must be installed in a position easily accessed by the AA150 operator. Multiple battery bank negative terminals must be permanently connected together to become the common negative return (ground). Power to the AA150 and all windlass controls eg. toggle switch, remote switches, deck switches must be supplied from one point or the AutoAnchor will be damaged.

  • Page 7: 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 and most horizontal windlasses. Installation differs depending on the windlass type and on the rode (all-chain or rope and chain). Please follow the instructions for your windlass and rode. If it is not possible to comply with these instructions please check with the AutoAnchor manufacturer or your supplier for other options or if you are not sure how to proceed. See www.autoanchor.co.nz for contact information. 2.1.1 MAGNET INSTALLATION OVERVIEw Check before starting: your chainwheel may be prefitted with a magnet or predrilled ready for you to fit the magnet.
  • Page 8 Fitting the Sensor: Do not force the sensor into the hole. hammering the sensor head can damage the internal electronics. Ensure the sensor head is positioned so that it will not be hit by the chainwheel during windlass operation and that it is at least 300mm (1ft) away from the battery and motor cables. Secure the sensor using a good quality neutral cure silicone or a strong adhesive eg. Sikaflex 291 or 3M 5200. 2.1.3 PLUG ANd PLAy SENSOR CABLE The AutoAnchor plug and play sensor extension cable must be used to connect the sensor to the console unit. Ensure the connectors are firmly screwed together. The warranty does not apply if the sensor cable plugs are removed. Sensor Connecting Cable The sensor cable and the console sensor cable are fitted with female plugs. Sensor connecting cable with a male plug at each end is available in the following lengths: 6.5 m (21.33 ft) Part #9500 10 m (32.81 ft) Part #9501 15 m (49.21 ft) Part #9502 20 m (66.62 ft) Part #9503...
  • Page 9 dual Installation use the T junction connector Part #9506 and the 2m (Male/Female) extension cable Part #9505. Part 9506 # 9506 AutoAnchor # 9505 Console Down 2.1.4 REEd SwITCH SENSORS Some windlasses are supplied pre-fitted with a reed switch sensor. Reed switch sensors must have a 10mm x 8mm magnet (#9061) and the gap between the reed switch sensor and the magnet must be a minimum of 3mm and a maximum of 5mm. This sensor will require a field connector. The AutoAnchor will operate with a reed switch sensor for all-chain rode. If using rope/ 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. For an accurate rope and chain count, the reed switch sensor should be replaced with the AA grey sensor (#9067).
  • Page 10 2.1.5 INSTALLATION VERTICAL wINdLASS - CHAIN ONLy page 4 Refer to the Overview Notes on before starting installation. Chainwheel Chainwheel Magnet Magnet Seal with minimum 1mm epoxy. Seal with minimum 1mm epoxy. Deckplate Deckplate Fig 1a - Grey AA sensor Sensor Sensor Fig 1 - All sensors may be offset up to 20mm Magnet Size: Standard size is 10mm x 8mmm (#9061). This may be replaced with the smaller 6mm x 4mm (#9009) magnet if required for your windlass. Magnet Fit: Drill a hole 10.3mm (13/32”) diameter and 9.5mm (3/8”) deep to fit the magnet in the underside of a spoke in the bottom of the chainwheel. Cover the magnet with a minimum of 1 mm epoxy. The magnet must be aligned with the sensor. See Fig 1 & 1a. Sensor Position: The AA black sensor and the reed switch sensor must be fitted direclty in line with the magnet in the chainwheel. See Fig 1 above. The AA grey sensor may be fitted up to 20mm out of alignment. See Fig 1a above. The gap between the sensor and magnet must be as per the table below.
  • Page 11 2.1.6 INSTALLATION VERTICAL wINdLASS - ROPE & CHAIN Refer to the Overview Notes on page 4 before starting installation. For an accurate rope and chain count, the rode must run between the sensor and magnet. If your windlass is prefitted with a magnet in the bottom of the chainwheel you need to remove it and fit a new magnet in the top of the chainwheel. Refer to Figs 2-4. 10mm Magnet Seal with minimum 1mm epoxy. Magnet Magnet Chainwheel Sensor Magnet Sensor Deckplate Sensor & Magnet may be up to 10mm out of direct alignment Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4 Magnet Size: 10mm X 8mm magnet (#9061). An 8mm x 6mm magnet (#9052) may be used on smaller windlasses. Check with your supplier.
  • Page 13 2.1.8 INSTALLATION HORIZONTAL wINdLASS - ROPE & CHAIN Before starting check with the AutoAnchor manufacturer or supplier, that it is possible to fit the sensor and magnet to your horizontal windlass. For an accurate rope count the rode must run between the sensor and magnet. On a horizontal windlass the magnet and sensor must be fitted by the oEM windlass manufacturer. If it is not possible to have the sensor and magnet fitted to achieve this you can use the chain only horizontal windlass installation above. 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 15 PART 3 SET UP 3.1 TO ENTER SET UP MOdE: The AA150 is automatically turned on when powered up. To enter Set up Mode: Press and hold both buttons together. The AutoAnchor version number (eg 1.31) is displayed briefly and then - 1 - appears. This takes about 8 seconds. 3.2 SELECT FEET OR METRES MEASUREMENT - Default Setting is u1 (Metres) The AA150 will flash between -1- and the current setting. Use the or buttons to select Feet or Metres. U1 = Metres U2 = Feet The selection is automatically saved 8 seconds after the last button press and the display changes to -2- 3.3 SELECT THE wINdLASS - Default setting is CH (Custom Chain Only Setting) There are 3 windlass setting options: 1. A custom chain only windlass setting.
  • Page 16 3.3.2 CUSTOM ROPE ANd CHAIN wINdLASSES you need to know the length of chain per turn and the length of rope per turn to enter these settings. See the instructions overleaf to calculate this. If CH is displayed, use the button to select rC at -2-. If a number is displayed, use the button to select rC at -2-. Chain per Turn - Default setting is 11.8 inches (300mm). The display will automatically change to -3- (Chain per Turn).
  • Page 17 Calculating the chain per turn This is the length of chain that is released during one complete revolution of the chainwheel. The chain per turn for some windlasses is listed in Appendix 1. If your windlass is not listed follow the instructions below to calculate it. Step 1 use adhesive tape to place a mark on the chainwheel. Chainwheel Mark Step 2 use adhesive tape to place a mark on the Chain Mark chain coming out of the chain wheel. Step 3 use adhesive tape to place a mark on the Deck Mark deck below the mark on the chain. Step 4 Carefully release the chainwheel so that it can be turned by hand to feed the chain out. Step 5 Using the mark on the chainwheel as a guide, Distance to Measure turn the chainwheel one revolution, causing the chain to be released on to the deck. Step 6 Measure the length of chain from the mark on the deck to the mark on the chain. Step 7 Enter this measurement. Calculating the rope per turn This is the length of rope that is released during one complete revolution of the chainwheel.

  • Page 18: Operation

    PART 4 USING THE AA150 4.1 INSTALLATION, SET UP ANd TESTING Before the AA150 is used it is must be set up for the windlass and rode on the boat and tested in a calm, safe environment. Use the windlass to raise and lower the anchor.

  • Page 19: Reset Display To Zero

    4.3 CHANGE BACkLIGHTING LEVEL (This is best done in low light). Tap either button / to adjust the light level up and down. There are 4 light levels. 4.4 RESET dISPLAy TO ZERO Press and hold the key. The AA150 will beep and the display will clear to 0.0 within 4 seconds. 4.5 RESET FACTORy dEFAULT SETTINGS This will remove your individual set up. Turn the power off. Press and hold both keys together + while turning the power on again. Release the keys when the display reads FCt dEF. This will restore the factory default settings. Now re-enter the set up for your unit. Refer Part 3 of this document. PART 5 MAINTENANCE The AA150 does not contain any user serviceable parts. user maintenance is limited to :...
  • Page 28 AA570 can also be connected directly into any 12v or 24v protected power supply WD-AA150/560...

  • Page 30: Part 6 Troubleshooting

    PART 6 TROUBLESHOOTING The AutoAnchor is not faulty if these messages display. The diagnostics help identify problems with the installation and sensor. The messages display briefly during operation and/or power up. A beep will sound and after 3 seconds the message will be cleared. The count will not be accurate until the cause of the error is fixed.
  • Page 31 Ld (Rope/Chain Only) The load sensor wires are not connected to the motor. Fix the Appears during AA150 power connection and reset the counter to zero. up. The AA150 will count and will display a sensor pulse. The count will not be accurate. AA150 counts when the The sensor could be damaged, incorrect cable may be fitted, windlass is not turning or or the AA150 may have been subject to external interference, counts erratically displaying a either RF or electrical. Check that the sensor cable is not large number eg 888. damaged and that the specified cable has been fitted. Check for external interference on the boat eg damaged or loose RF cables or aerials or other instruments that may not be working correctly or have been damaged by electrical interference including lightning. The count pauses during This is not a fault. The rode is changing from rope to chain. retrieval. FOR AddITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING: 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 To the best of our knowledge the information in these instructions was correct at the time of printing. however, the AutoAnchor products are continuously being reviewed and improved and product specifications may be changed without notice. The latest product specifications may not be reflected in this version of the instructions. The documentation relating to the AutoAnchor products is created in the English language and can be translated from English to another language. In the event of any conflict between translated documents, the English language version will be the official version.
  • Page 33 LIMITED WARRANTY VETUS-Maxwell provides a three year limited warranty on all AutoAnchor Products for pleasure boat usage, and a one year limited warranty for those systems used on commercial or charter vessels. Warranty, service and parts are available around the world. Contact your nearest VETUS-Maxwell office for a complete list of service centres and distributors.
  • Page 36 VETUS-Maxwell APAC VETUS-Maxwell Australia Maxwell America, LLC P O Box 100 703 PO Box 1292 7215 National Drive North Shore Mail Centre Capalaba Hanover Auckland Queensland Maryland 21076 New Zealand 4157 United States of America Tel: +64 9 985 6600...

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