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** IMPORTANT **
FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATION TO BE POSSIBLE, THE ANCHOR MUST BE SELF
LAUNCHING.
That is, once the Windlass is operated to reverse out the chain, the
anchor must free fall, or the bow roller arrangement be such that the anchor is
automatically launched.
When positioning the Windlass, make sure that there is room to swing the
emergency crank so that it will clear the pulpit and life lines or Bulwark
(refer
drawing B201219 VWC types and B201220 VWCLP types).
Allow access for conveniently connecting the supply lines
under deck after the
Windlass is bolted in position.
It should be noted that the gearbox can be indexed through 4 different positions
in relation to the deckplate
(refer drawing B201219 VWC types and B201220 VWCLP
types). This can be achieved on installation by referring to the appropriate assembly
drawing and indexing at the top end of the spacer tube (item 15 on gearbox assembly-
P12427) on bolts (item 15 on windlass assembly). Be sure to select the most
convenient position and allow for the best run for the chain to clear the motor.
WHERE TO LOCATE THE CHAINSTOPPER
The chainstopper 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 deflected.
WHERE TO LOCATE THE FOOTSWITCHES
Footswitches are not normally fitted on open sports boats as the Windlass can be
seen and operated from the helm, however if footswitches are required the
following should be adhered to.
FOOTSWITCHES SHOULD BE POSITIONED FAR ENOUGH AWAY FROM THE
WINDLASS TO ENSURE OPERATOR SAFETY.
To allow the operator to tail from the warping drum, footswitches should be at least
500mm (20”) from the Windlass.
THE BELOW DECK PORTION OF THE FOOTSWITCH SHOULD NOT BE EXPOSED
TO WATER OR WET ENVIRONMENT AND THE BREATHER HOLES MUST BE
KEPT CLEAR.
Ideally, they should be external to the chain locker.
The arrows on the footswitches should be arranged to indicate the direction of
operation.
