AutoAnchor 560, Owner'S Manual

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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.
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.
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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.