Part 2 Installation - Lewmar AutoAnchor 560 Owner's Manual

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, drum winches 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.
Magnet Polarity: Not relevant when using the grey AA sensor (#9067) or a reed switch
sensor. If retrofitting, using the black AA sensor (#9008) the south pole (marked side) of
the magnet must face the sensor.
Magnet Seal: Insert the magnet into the hole and cover it with a minimum of 1mm of epoxy
to protect it against corrosion. See Fig 1 on page 6.
Magnet Size and Position: Refer to the instructions for your specific windlass type.
2.1.2 SENSOR INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
Vertical Windlasses: The sensor is fitted in the deckplate. Some deckplates are predrilled
for the sensor. Others have a dimple or mark to show where the sensor should be fitted.
If the windlass is not factory drilled, drill a hole 10.3mm (13/32") diameter through the
windlass deckplate. See the instructions for your specific windlass type.
Horizontal Windlasses: Sometimes it is not possible to fit the sensor to a horizontal
windlass or it may need to be fitted by the windlass manufacturer. Before starting
check with the AutoAnchor manufacturer or supplier that it is possible to fit the
sensor to your windlass. You may need a special fitting.
drilling the deck: Before drilling into the deck, ensure there is nothing below the deck that
could be damaged and that any hole you drill will not weaken the boat's structure. Drill a
hole 10.3mm (13/32") diameter through the deck. Ensure this hole is directly in line with the
sensor hole in the deckplate.
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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 is 2 core tinned shielded cable. It
must be used to connect the sensor to the console unit. This cable is shielded and ensures
the product meets the EMC requirements.
Ensure the connectors are firmly screwed together.
The warranty does not apply if the sensor cable plugs are removed.
Chainwheel
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
25 m (82 ft) Part #9504
35 m (114.83 ft) Part #9514
Connecting 2 cables together:
If you need to extend the cable length - 2 cables can be joined
together using Part #9510 Gender changer.
Field Connectors
Part #9507 Male Field Connector
Part #9508 Female Field Connector
If there is no plug on the sensor or console cable attach the AA field
connector to the wires and use the connecting cable as above.
Sensor Connecting Cable
AutoAnchor
AA560
Console
Up down
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