Troubleshooting Guide
- If there is a build up on one side of the drum:
The winch has been installed off-center. This means the center of the drum has not been lined up on the center lines between the bow sprit and the center of
the anchor well or the winch installation is not square to the bow sprit.
- If the rope and/or chain jams on the baseplate:
If you have installed a non factory rope/chain kit, then you may have too much rope. You will need to remove rope from the drum to rectify this problem.
If you have a Viper rope & chain kit, then you may be causing this problem by driving too far forward when retrieving your anchor, and creating a loose line
effect, hence this can cause the rope/chain in the middle of your drum
If your anchor fails to fall:
When the down switch is pressed, check that there is a natural force of gravity when the anchor is up and located in the bow sprit. If this is not the case you
may look at a replacement bow roller/sprit or lower your front roller.
- If you over-run the rope and the rope spills over the side of the drum
Have a second person apply tension on the rope whilst you inch the winch in opposite direction. Continue this until all of the rope is spooled back onto the
drum. (ensure to keep your fingers and body parts far enough away from any moving parts)
- If the operation of the winch slows down check that the batteries are charged or connect to a second battery. If your boat is fitted
with dual batteries, have the battery switch on BOTH.
- If the drum spools only in one direction check the connections to the solenoid, motor, circuit breaker and battery.
- If your winch fails to operate check that the circuit breaker is switched on.
- If the actuator fails, check the 100amp circuit breaker to make sure it has not tripped.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Viper S Series GRAVITY FEED (free fall) Anchor Drum Winch
HOW TO ANCHOR USING THE GRAVITY FEED:
• Please make sure your engine is running while operating your winch.
• Engage the circuit breaker to power up your winch.
• Press the down button for 1-2 seconds or until your winch starts to feed rope and release the switch immediately.
• Once your anchor has hit the bottom, if you require more rope, simply reverse your boat back to release more rope.
• Select boats neutral gear, when your drum stops rotating, press the up button for 1-2 seconds to lock your winch into gear
DO NOT OVER RUN THE ROPE ON THE DRUM:
• Once you are anchored in your desired position, there is no need to tie off the rope.
• Disengage the circuit breaker to cut power from the winch.
RETRIEVING THE ANCHOR:
• Engage the circuit breaker to power up the winch.
• In ideal weather conditions - Start your engine, simply push the UP switch to retreive your anchor.
• In rough weather conditions - Start your engine, place your engine in forward gear (moving slowly)
realeasing the tension of your anchor rope and at the same time pressing your UP switch.
• Continue to push the UP switch until you can see the chain or your chain sock – Then short taps on the switch to bring the
anchor up and lock it into your bow roller/sprit.
• Disengage the circuit breaker to cut power to your winch and your right to go. (optional)
SAFETY SWITCH:
The Viper Pro Series Winch has a safety switch (circuit breaker) located on the switch panel or under your dash.
When traveling or anchored disengage the red lever on the circuit breaker to cut power to your winch. This will
prevent accidental use while anchored or traveling.
MAINTENANCE:
No specific maintenance is
required however, a quick hose down with fresh water when washing your boat is optional,
a quick check of your rope and anchor chain before each trip is recommended. Also soaking your anchor rope in a bucket of
warm water and fabric softener annually will keep your anchor rope soft and subtle ensuring it lays on nice and evenly.
ELECTRICAL FAILURE:
It is advised that a spare anchor, rope and chain is available on the boat so the anchor can be deployed for safety reasons,
if your electrics fail or you flatten your battery/s.
Warning!
Please ensure hands, feet, hair and
clothing are kept well away from the drum
winch whilst in use.
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