Glossary Intended use – specific and proper use of the device for which it is designed Improper use – use of the device in a different way from that indicated in the instructions specified in this manual Qualified operator – person who has attended specialization and training about the use of the device User –...
• Never substitute any device part with one that is not original. Even though they look similar and are both made by Harken, the non-original part may not be suitable and the warranty will be invalidated.
General advice Intended use Harken devices are designed and manufactured for a use on sailing boats to control sheets, halyards and related sail and rig systems. For any other usage, contact the Harken Italy Technical Service by e-mail: techservice@harken.it Improper use The Harken device must not be used for purposes different from those outlined in “Intended use”...
Harken accepts no responsibility for defective installation or reassembly of its ® FlatWinder In case of doubt the Harken Tech Service is at your disposal at ® techservice@harken.it This manual is available only in English. If you do not fully understand the English language, do not carry out the operations described in this manual.
5.2 Weight FlatWinder 250 FlatWinder 500 FlatWinder 1000 12V/24V 12V/24V weight 30.3 30.2 12.5 12.8 22.5 24.3 17.1 [kg] EL = Electric motor HY = Hydraulic motor A = anodized aluminum base and pulley 5.3 Maximum working load WARNING! The maximum working load (MWL) for the FlatWinder 250 is 250 Kg (551 lb).
Typical traveler lay-out Depending on traveler load can be used a 2:1, 3:1 or 4:1 purchase. FlatWinder 250 – 500-1000 Installation and Maintenance Manual – Mod.M...
It is the installer's responsibility to carry out all structural tests needed to ensure that the deck can bear the load. Harken does not supply the screws needed to install the FlatWinder since these may vary depending on the deck on which it is to be installed.
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Parts included for FlatWinder 500: Parts included for FlatWinder 1000: FlatWinder 250 – 500-1000 Installation and Maintenance Manual – Mod.M...
10.1 FlatWinder installation procedure WARNING! Make sure that the power is switched off before installing or carrying out maintenance on the FlatWinder NOTE Before drilling the deck, check the space available below deck for the flange and the motor A. Remove the upper jaw (no tool required) B.
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Below is a reduced scale diagram for FlatWinder Below is a reduced scale diagram for FlatWinder 1000 FlatWinder 250 – 500-1000 Installation and Maintenance Manual – Mod.M...
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D. Bolt the base of the FlatWinder to the deck using six M6 bolts, Socket Head or Hexagonal Headed (not supplied by Harken), correctly chosen for the thickness and type of the boat deck. Consult the yard that built the boat in case of doubt.
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Tools needed for FlatWinder 250: A number five hex key Two number thirteen wrenches G. Position the flange H. Tighten six M6 precote screws (8Nm/71 in-lb) I. Position the reduction gear and L. Tighten the two M6 precote motor screws (8Nm/71 in-lb) - be sure to align the flange Tools needed for FlatWinder 500 and FlatWinder...
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M. Insert the upper jaw, align the white balls on the lower jaw with the grooves on the upper jaw N. Tighten the central M8 screw (20Nm/174 in-lb) FlatWinder 250 – 500-1000 Installation and Maintenance Manual – Mod.M...
To guarantee greater efficiency in terms of safety and long life, for every FlatWinder model is mandatory to install the Dual Function Control Box. For more information, refer to the Dual Function Control Box manual, available on harken website www.harken.com...
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NOTE To connect motor, attach cable terminals to clamps between nut and lock nut. Hold nut in contact with motor using a spanner and tighten the other nut with second spanner. Take special care not to turn the central spindles. Be careful not to turn central spindles.
10.3 Rope installation Insert the rope between the pulley and the peeler, turn the FlatWinder activating the electric motor in the proper direction. Risultati immagini per cima impiombatura WARNING! Do not insert rope bigger than 10mm. Do not insert rope with splice. WARNING! Keep far fingers or clothing when starting the engine to avoid to be entangled into the pulley...
WARNING! Make sure that the power is switched off before installing or carrying out maintenance on the FlatWinder In the case of doubt contact Harken Tech Service at techservice@harken.it FlatWinder 250 – 500-1000 Installation and Maintenance Manual – Mod.M...
11.1 Disassembly procedure Tools needed A number four hex key A number five hex key Remove the central M8 screw NOTE To remove the upper jaw the two top holes M6 as an extractor can be used: in this case, remove the 2x countersunk screws already assembled, insert 2x M6x70 and tighten up the upper jaw rise.
® The Harken device is covered by a warranty: if during the warranty period the device proves defective or suffers breakages, as indicated in the warranty, the manufacturer, after checking the device, will repair or replace the defective components.
14.2 Horizontal electric motor 12V/24V/48V FlatWinder FlatWinder 250 – 500-1000 Installation and Maintenance Manual – Mod.M...
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Position Quantity Code Description A97026100 KIT Assembly Electric Motor Flange Horizontal Motorgear Flange S415360003 Screw M6x16 UNI EN ISO 5931:2003 O-Ring Seal ORM 0055-10 (Ø5,5 x Ø 1) Seal 25x47x7 S690200080 Flange M0606803 Screw M6x14 UNI 5931 A96015400 KIT EL Motor 12V 0,7kW A96015700 KIT EL Motor 24V 0,9kW A97707300...
14.3 Horizontal hydraulic motor 8cc FlatWinder FlatWinder 250 – 500-1000 Installation and Maintenance Manual – Mod.M...
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Position Quantity Code Description A97026100 KIT Assembly Motor Flange Horizontal Motorgear Flange S415360003 Screw M6x16 UNI EN ISO 5931:2003 O-Ring Seal ORM 0055-10 (Ø5,5 x Ø 1) Seal 25x47x7 G0675560000 Gearbox worm screw B14 B3 GR60 S690200080 Flange M0606803 Screw M6x14 UNI 5931 S477440063 Sticker for gearbox A97026100...
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