Maxwell VWC 4000 Series User Manual Download

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VERTICAL WINDLASSES

4000 SERIES

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Summary of Contents for VWC 4000 Series

Page 1: ...VERTICAL WINDLASSES 4000 SERIES...

Page 2: ...ghts reserved Patents pending Printed in New Zealand P19159 Rev 10 00 14 08 2014 Vetus Maxwell APAC Ltd reserves the right to make engineering changes to all products without notice Illustrations and...

Page 3: ...ON OF CONTROLS 12 2 10 NOTE TO BOAT BUILDER 13 3 0 USING THE WINDLASS 14 3 1 PERSONAL SAFETY WARNINGS 14 3 2 LOWERING THE ANCHOR UNDER POWER 15 3 3 RETRIEVING THE ANCHOR UNDER POWER 15 3 4 LOWERING TH...

Page 4: ...on board Correct fit of the chain to chainwheel is essential for reliable and safe operation of the windlass This can be guaranteed only when calibrated chain to a recognised international standard is...

Page 5: ...tion clutch which can be used for controlling chain speed while free falling anchor the windlasses can also be equipped with an external band brake The types of drives are Electric DC drive 24V Electr...

Page 6: ...s 65kg 143lb AC Drive Chain speed at 200kg load 13m min 44ft min Continuous pull capacity at chainwheel 715kg 1753lb Current at continuous pull rating 400V 6 2A Current at start up 400V DOL 41A Motor...

Page 7: ...68 BP Autrans T0410 Castrol Hyspin AWS 32 68 Chainwheels The chainwheel numbers consist of two parts main part number and suffix for example 3182 001 The main part number refers to the type of chainwh...

Page 8: ...et it could cause damage to the pocket in a heavy seaway Ensure a minimum of 800mm 32 clearance between the end of spurling pipe and the chain piled up in the chain locker Picture 2 3 This will assist...

Page 9: ...ed to level this area if initial flatness is inadequate Mounting area for the chain stopper should be prepared at the same time The chain stopper has to be installed at an appropriate height to ensure...

Page 10: ...aft drive key flanges screw threads dowels and other surfaces that are likely to seize after being in contact for a prolonged period of time Also ensure anti corrosive coating is liberally applied to...

Page 11: ...utch cone 9 making sure it sits nicely on the retaining clips Picture 2 8 Apply lithium based marine grease generously to the conical surface of the clutch cone to assist with free falling the anchor...

Page 12: ...se short movement of the chain in opposite direction The Variable Frequency Drives VFD offer accurate control of current during start up period while keeping high motor torque They also offer various...

Page 13: ...l M2 on the starter solenoid box When powered the windlass should rotate clockwise Terminal A2 should be connected to terminal M1 on the starter solenoid box When powered the windlass should rotate an...

Page 14: ...an isolator switch for them must be installed in the wheelhouse to prevent operating the windlass by someone accidentally stepping on the footswitch Hand held pendant controller is often the most conv...

Page 15: ...ces which can affect the quality of the finish Please ensure that upon completion of installation the windlass is treated with suitable corrosion protective coating CRC 3097 Long Life and wrapped in p...

Page 16: ...keep fingers away from the chain Use clutch nut lever underneath and guarded by the chainpipe Always motor up to the anchor position before retrieving it from the bottom Do not use the windlass to pul...

Page 17: ...d tensioner are engaged Turn off the isolator switch for the controls It is regarded as sound practice to motor over the anchor position and so reduce chain tension This will also help the anchor to b...

Page 18: ...rning the clutch nut in anticlockwise direction Insert the clutch nut lever the end with spigot into the emergency crank collar 15 and engage the spigot with one of the dogs in the chainwheel in the f...

Page 19: ...around it Do not engage more turns on the drum than are necessary to accomplish the task Whilst docking wind and tide can impose sudden and excessive line tension It is recommended to allow slipping t...

Page 20: ...of CRC3097 Long Life will assist in maintaining the bright chrome finish Apply anti seize compound on screw threads and keyways Re assemble in the reversed order Split gearbox from the spacer tube Cl...

Page 21: ...S Greases Lithium complex base NLG1 consistency No 2 CASTROL LMX DUCKHAMS Keenol FINA CERAN WR 2 SHELL Retinex LX MOBIL Mobilgrease HP Gearbox Oils ISO 3448 VG 320 CASTROL Alpha MAX 320 SHELL Tivela O...

Page 22: ...aining washer 1 SP0466 Spring washer 1 SP0166 Cap Screw 1 7068 Washer 1 2310 Spring 1 These items are not required with band brake versions If any other spare part is required please refer to Appendix...

Page 23: ...ltage Faulty thermistor relay To confirm check resistance between terminals 21 and 22 If it is above 500 ohms contact Maxwell No power supply to the windlass Check power supply lines Check main isolat...

Page 24: ...isc springs 10 not fitted Fit disc springs as described in 2 4 Pawl 28 engaged Disengage pawl Chain jumps slips on the chainwheel The chainwheel not selected correctly Contact Maxwell with correct ide...

Page 25: ...23 APPENDIX A Dimensional Drawings...

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Page 28: ...26 APPENDIX B Spare Parts Topworks...

Page 29: ...18 Keys VWC VW VWCLP VWLP VWC with 50mm extension only 2 1 3 3150 3207 3150 19 Pin Non band brake version only 1 SP0544 20 Plug 1 SP0875 21 Bearing 1 SP0657 22 Deckplate VWC VWCLP Stainless Steel VW...

Page 30: ...28 Spare Parts Bottomworks...

Page 31: ...tors AC Motors 1 1 1 SP5025 SP2902 SP3374 50 Key 1 4573 51 Retaining washer 1 5198 52 Cap screw M10 x 25 1 SP0166 53 Hex Hd Nuts M10 Hydraulic Motors M12 AC Motor 1 1 SP0371 SP2451 54 Cap screws DC Mo...

Page 32: ...30 Spare Parts Band Brake P101967 Band brake Assembly...

Page 33: ...31 APPENDIX C Installation Schematics...

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Page 37: ...original purchaser of the products only The benefits of the Warranty are not transferable to subsequent purchasers 6 Maxwell shall not be responsible for shipping charges or installation labour associ...

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