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
7
th
March 2014
www.muir.com.au
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Figure(i)
Locate the capstan in a suitable position on the deck so there is no
interference from other ropes or objects. Ensure that the rope has a
clear lead to the capstan. Make sure that the capstan is in a position so
that the rope source is as close to perpendicular as possible. Ensure
that there is sufficient room to run the electrical cables or hydraulic lines
to the capstan underneath the deck.
Figure (ii)
If the deck is angled (fore & aft) or curved (port to starboard) a suitably
shaped mounting block will be required to spread the load evenly over
the deck surface and mount the capstan base on a level and even
footing. Depending on the thickness of the deck, a suitable spacer
below deck may be required to mount the winch.
Place the shaped mounting block (if required) onto the deck.
Using the layout template supplied, mark the mounting centres
and drill the holes.
Dissasemble the capstan components for installation.
Figure (iii)
Apply an appropriate sealant to the base plate and mounting
block (if required), taking care to align mounting holes when
assembling. For Aluminium or Steel hull vessels, it is important to
insulate the capstan with a non-conductive gasket to avoid
corrosion. This also applies below deck with the mounting bolts,
nuts and washers. Where the deck construction is light or of foam
sandwich construction, a plywood stiffener of at least 16mm (5/8")
should be fitted to the underside of the deck to spread the load.
Figure (iv)
Place the base mounting screws into the holes.
1.
Check that there is enough thread through the spacer below
deck for securing.
Figure (v)
2.
With the shaft in place for proper alignment.
3.
Slide the motor / gearbox in place, secure washer and nut on
each bolt and tighten. Check that the shaft has free movement
and is not jammed on the gearbox key after tightening the screws.
Remove excess sealer.
4.
Fit a suitable size spacer to the shaft protruding from gearbox,
then fit the two washers and fixing bolt to the shaft.
Figure (vi)
5.
Grease shaft and key, slide Capstan onto shaft ensuring key is
aligned and screw capstan onto shaft. Check that the shaft has
aproximatly 0.5mm up/down movement and the capstan is not
jammed to the base after tightening the screws.
NOTE: On assembly, grease all moving parts and the deck plate grease nipple with a Lithium / Teflon based
grease. The Motor / gear drive assembly should be protected with anti-corrosion film or grease tape.
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DNV Certifi cat ion P ty Ltd
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SPACER
BELOW DECK
MOUNTING BLOCK
ABOVE DECK
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