Quicksilver 905WE, Owner'S Manual

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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation
Before operating the windlass, make sure that the safely
lanyard is removed from the anchor
Anchor Windlass
Bow windlass
Foot switches
Windlass switch
Windlass breaker
Operation From the Helm
To operate the windlass, the windlass breaker, located in the battery switch panel tub, must be turned
ON. Operation of the windlass at the helm is controlled by a momentary switch used to raise and
lower the anchor. Pushing down on the switch will lower the anchor, while pushing up on the switch
raises the anchor.
Operation From the Bow
With the windlass breaker in the ON position, you can alternatively operate the windlass via foot
switches located on the port side of the anchor locker. To operate, first lift the protective covers over
both switches. To lower the anchor, press the right foot switch marked with a down arrow. To raise
the anchor, press the left foot switch marked with an up arrow. When finished, or not in use, make
sure the protective covers are closed over the foot switches.
Manual operation
In the event that there is a loss of power, the windlass can still be used to raise or lower the anchor
manually. If there is a loss of power, check the windlass breaker to see if it needs to be reset. If you