Muir STORM VR 1000, Manual

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T H E W O R L D P O W E R I N A N C H O R I N G S Y S T E M S
15th February 2016
www.muir.com.au
Troubleshooting
ELECTRICAL
1. Check the battery circuit breaker and ensure that the isolating switch is on.
2. Check battery is charged up to 12 or 24 volts (as relevant to the vessel).
3. Check that the foot switch plunger is contacting.
4. Check that the remote control solenoid is contacting. If this is clicking the problem may be low voltage,
a faulty solenoid or a wire not properly connected.
5. Check wiring between controls, solenoid and motor are intact.
6. If the motor will not turn after checking the above points, check that the motor bushes are not worn or
sticking.
MECHANICAL
If the windlass running gear will not turn or operate check the following:
1. Check that the clutch above the chain gypsy is tightened to the chain gypsy drive using the handle
supplied (see operating instructions).
2. If the line slips check the tension on the finger and increase spring tension (refer to section on RCMS
adjustment).
3. Check the drive key between the gearbox output and the main shaft.
4. Check the drive key between the gearbox and motor input.
HYDRAULIC MOTOR
Refer any problems with your hydraulic motor to a Muir service agent or Muir Engineering.
WATER PROTECTION DIAGRAM
NOTE:
It is important to thoroughly lubricate all
mating surfaces with a grease suitable for
marine applications.
Corrosion protection should be applied to
the external surfaces of the motor,
gearbox and adaptor and also in any
areas in which water may lie.
Recommended products for anti corrosion
protection are Techtyl under body anti
corrosion film and Denso grease tape.
If it is necessary to install the motor
below the chain access hole then a
chain pipe extension is required.
Wires and motor
clamp to bottom
where possible
Chain Pipe Extension
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