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Summary of Contents for VW 1000 100TDC

Page 1: ...1000 1500 Windlass Manual ...

Page 2: ...ved Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd reserves the right to make engineering refinements on all products without notice Always consult manual supplied with product as details may have been revised Illustrations and specifications are not binding as to detail P103103 Rev 5 00 01 10 12 ...

Page 3: ...n 21 Anchoring Tips 21 Lowering the Anchor 21 Raising the Anchor 21 Free falling the Anchor 22 Raising the Anchor Manually 22 Using the Warping Drum 22 Maintenance 23 Trouble Shooting Guide 25 Reference Information 26 Specifications 26 Dimensions 27 Typical Greasing Instructions 28 Additional Resources The following resources are included at the back of this manual Deck Cutout Details Warranty For...

Page 4: ...on Note Failure to follow the correct installation operation or maintenance instructions will jeopardise your safety and could invalidate the warranty Components In addition to this instruction manual the following components may be included with the windlass Windlass Remote up down control panel Circuit breaker isolator panel 12V or 24V reversing solenoid Clutch Lever Deckplate gasket Motor Bolt ...

Page 5: ...emote station without having a clear view of the windlass When operating the chainwheel pawl keep fingers away from incoming chain Do NOT use the windlass as a mooring point When anchoring or mooring secure the line directly to a bollard or deck cleat Do NOT use the windlass to pull the boat forward when raising the anchor Use the boat s engine to drive the boat up to the anchor Do NOT attempt to ...

Page 6: ...4 1000 1500 Windlass Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd VW and VWLP Windlass Parts Fig 1 VW and VWLP Windlass Parts ...

Page 7: ...VWLP 150TDC 1 6205 24 25 Key VW 2 P101615 1 3 4 7 10 15 25 x2 25 Key VWLP 1 P101615 1 3 4 7 10 15 25 x2 26 Circlip 1 P101619 26 27 38 41 27 Key 1 P101619 26 27 38 41 28 Bearing 1 P101664 or P101665 or P101666 11 28 29 29 Spacer Tube 50TDC 1 P101664 11 28 29 Spacer Tube 100TDC 1 P101665 11 28 29 Spacer Tube 150TDC 1 P101666 11 28 29 30 Locknut 1 P100088 30 31 32 31 O Ring 1 P100088 30 31 32 32 Coll...

Page 8: ...6 1000 1500 Windlass Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd VWC and VWCLP Windlass Parts Fig 2 VWC and VWCLP Windlass Parts ...

Page 9: ...Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd 1000 1500 Windlass 7 VWC and VWCLP Windlass Parts List ...

Page 10: ...8 1000 1500 Windlass Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd Gearbox Parts 44 1 56 1 Fig 3 Gearbox Parts 44 1 56 1 Drainage Slot Location of serial number ...

Page 11: ...06 50 x2 52 56 57 64 53 Bush 2 3145 54 Wormwheel 44 1 1 3403 Wormwheel 56 1 1 3584 55 Capscrew M6 x 40 4 SP0159 56 Sight Glass 1 P90006 50 x2 52 56 57 64 57 O Ring 1 P90006 50 x2 52 56 57 64 58 Wormbox 1 P101625 53 58 59 Bearing 1 P90007 59 61 62 63 60 Worm 44 1 1 5950 Worm 56 1 1 3400 61 Bearing 1 P90007 59 61 62 63 62 Circlip 1 P90007 59 61 62 63 63 Circlip 1 P90007 59 61 62 63 64 Oil Seal 1 P90...

Page 12: ...arts please refer to the parts list above and quote the following details Windlass Model VWC VWCLP VW VWLP 50TDC 100TDC 150TDC Serial number located on gearbox housing Fig 3 Page 8 Power supply 12V 24V Hyd Part details Part number Description Quantity Refer back cover for contact details ...

Page 13: ...c Holding power and size of anchor taking special note of the manufacturers recommendations CORRECT FIT OF CHAIN TO CHAINWHEEL IS ESSENTIAL FOR THE WINDLASS TO OPERATE PROPERLY A range of chainwheels is available to suit your windlass The correct fit can only be guaranteed where a standard chain known to us is used Alternatively a 450mm 18 or 12 links whichever is longer sample must be forwarded t...

Page 14: ... from the locker NOTE Make sure you securely fasten the end of the chain to the boat Required clearances Ideally the outlet for the chain should be directly over the chain locker The chain should have at least 300mm 1ft clear fall to allow the chain to straighten before passing through the windlass Position the windlass clear of pulpit lifelines and bulwark so that there is room to swing the Clutc...

Page 15: ...ll Without these precautions severe electrolysis can occur Because the motor is of the isolated earth type it is not necessary to separately earth the windlass Locating the chain stopper The chain stopper should be positioned and aligned in a convenient position between the windlass and the bow roller so that it clears the anchor stock The chain should pass through the stopper without being deflec...

Page 16: ...oing to be mounted in such a way that it may be tilted ensure the drainage slot on the gearbox is at the lowest point to prevent excess water etc sitting around the seals Drainage Slot 7 Rotate the shaft by hand or by using the manual crank handle to align the keyway in the shaft with the keyway in the gearbox Insert the key into the keyway 8 Fit the quick release clip into the groove in the botto...

Page 17: ...bling the motor 1 Bring the motor up to the gearbox and align the roll pin with the slot in the worm 2 Use parts from the motor bolt kit to assemble as per diagram on page 4 Installing on a sloping or curved deck Ensure that the windlass has the correct vertical alignment with the bow roller If necessary use a mounting pad Important note to Boat Builders Experience has shown that on long ocean del...

Page 18: ...ery in an accessible and dry location This equipment or equivalent is mandatory to meet USCG requirements Remote control panel The remote control panel should be mounted in a convenient location such as the bridge helm or cockpit so that the operator can see the windlass Mount and seal the panel so that the terminals project into a dry area Optional footswitches For safe operation the footswitches...

Page 19: ...Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd 1000 1500 Windlass 17 Wiring schematic series wound motor ...

Page 20: ...18 1000 1500 Windlass Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd Wiring schematic Hydraulics ...

Page 21: ...Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd 1000 1500 Windlass 19 Wiring schematic Hydraulic motor ...

Page 22: ...voltage drop over the total length 12v systems Total Cable Length From Battery to Winch Then Back to Battery Cable Size Engine room Size Correction mm AWG mm AWG Up to 13 m 43 26 3 34 2 13m 17m 43 56 34 2 42 2 17m 22m 56 72 42 1 22m 27m 72 88 54 0 27m 35m 88 115 68 00 24v systems Total Cable Length From Battery to Winch Then Back to Battery Cable Size Engine room Size Correction mm AWG mm AWG Up t...

Page 23: ...ing Once anchored secure the anchor line with a chain stopper etc Do not anchor off the windlass Use reference points such as prominent landmarks to check that the anchor is holding Check the boat s position regularly in case the anchor drags Lowering the Anchor 1 Run the boat s motor s at sufficient rpm to activate the charging system 2 Insert the Clutch Lever into the clutch nut and tighten the ...

Page 24: ...g 5 Insert the Clutch Lever spigot into the chain wheel hole and by levering on the shaft turn the chainwheel 6 Before releasing pressure always make sure the pawl is engaged into the chainwheel or the chain stopper is engaged This is to prevent the anchor from releasing while manually winching Using the Warping Drum The vertical capstan can be used independently from the chainwheel This is ideal ...

Page 25: ...x to breakdown and flush away any build up of salt debris that may have accumulated Service motor Remove gearbox replace oil and seals Topworks The above deck parts of the windlass should be washed down with fresh water regularly Every three months remove the chainwheel Refer to Assembling the chainwheel on page 13 for disassembly instructions Use the grease specified above and with the aid of a c...

Page 26: ...r a list of service centres and agents Motor DC and Hydraulic Motors For maximum protection we recommend that the motor and electrical connections be sprayed periodically with CRC Soft Seal The motor can be removed from the gearbox by undoing two bolts and washers A replaceable roll pin is a press fit in the output end of the drive shaft 12V and 24V Motors Providing the windlass is properly instal...

Page 27: ...other electrical equipment Check that the solenoid is working You should hear the solenoid click when activated Motor is working but the chainwheel does not rotate Check that the clutch nut is not too loose causing slippage Check that the chainwheel is not jammed with the chain If necessary reverse the windlass to free the jam Check that the key between the shaft and the gearbox is installed If th...

Page 28: ... Electric 1000w 1200w Current at normal working loads 12v 120 160A 160 200A Current at normal working loads 24v 100 140A 140 180A Hyd Motor Max Recommended Flow 20 l min 5 3 US Gal min Hyd Motor Max Recommended Pressure 100 Bar 1450 psi 138 Bar 2000 psi Hyd Motor Ports SAE 8 3 4 16 UNF Hyd Oil Viscosity ISO 32 ISO 68 20 50ºC Suitable oils Shell Rimula X 15W 40 Shell Myrina M 15W 40 Penzoil SAE 10W...

Page 29: ...Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd 1000 1500 Windlass 27 Dimensions VWC ...

Page 30: ...28 1000 1500 Windlass Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd Dimensions VW ...

Page 31: ...Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd 1000 1500 Windlass 29 Dimensions VW horizontal arrangement ...

Page 32: ...ere Apply grease here Apply grease here Grease must be applied to motor face gearbox locating lugs spacer tube gearbox thread shaft and clutch cone faces where shown Use CRC 3097 or equivalent spray to coat all under deck components to help guard against corrosion Failure to do so will void warranty Typical Greasing Instructions Note Picture shows typical winches greasing instructions apply to all...

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Page 37: ... purchaser of the products only The benefits of the Warranty are not transferable to subsequent purchasers 6 Vetus Maxwell shall not be responsible for shipping charges or installation labour associated with any warranty claims 7 There are no warranties of merchantability fitness for purpose or any other kind express or implied and none shall be implied by law If any such warranties are nonetheles...

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