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VERTICAL WINDLASS MANUAL
VOLUME ONE
5.2 Wiring
Plan the installation to suit the controls and give the operator a full view of the windlass. The
wiring system should be of the fully insulated type, which avoids possible electrolytic corrosion
problems.
We recommend the use of type III stranded, tinned copper wire with copper crimp
terminals (NOTE: we recommend that the cable are shorter if possible.). Most modern installa-
tions are negative return (negative ground) but polarity should be checked. Overload protec-
tion, in the form of the circuit breaker provided must be built into the windlass wiring circuit.
• Circuit breaker supplied:
Pacific 600 Series (Circuit Breaker: 60 Amps - 80 Amps)
Pacific 900 Series (Circuit Breaker: 80 Amps)
Pacific 1000 Series (Circuit Breaker: 100 Amps)
Pacific 1500 Series (Circuit Breaker: 135 Amps)
• The circuit breaker should be positioned close to the battery in a dry, readily accessible place.
• The breaker must be manually reset should an overload occur that causes it to trip to the off
position.
Warning
If you are not sure you understand these guidelines, seek professional help. Ensure that the
installation complies with USCG, ABYC, NMMA or other local regulations.
5.3 Control switch installation
The unit is supplied with
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Contactor box (should be located within an dry area) and control box used in some installation
refer to wiring diagram S 5.4
5- Electrical wiring
5.1 Electric cable selection
Five Oceans recommends the installer source and install cable that meets the requirements of
the standards and regulations relevant to the installation and codes of practice.
The cable table gives recommended cable sizes based on total length of cable required, from
the battery, following the route of the cables.
CABLE SIZING FOR LENGTH OF CABLE RUN
Windlass performance is directly related to cable size and length. Voltage drop over the
complete wiring run must not exceed 10%.
Pacific 600
6 AWG (16 mm²)
2 AWG (25 mm²)
Pacific 900
Pacific 1000
Pacific 1500
2 AWG (25 mm²)
2 AWG (25 mm²)
1 AWG (35 mm²)
1 AWG (35 mm²)
1 AWG (35 mm²)
0 AWG (50 mm²)
MODEL
up to 24 ft (up to 8 m)
24 - 50 ft (8 - 16 m)
DO NOT confuse cable length
with the length of the vessel
