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MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

PAWL SPRING MOUNTING

Installing the winch is easy, if you follow these instructions. The numbers in ( ) refer to the 
position numbers in the parts list.

Tools required for the installation:

•  Allen key (3 mm)
•  Allen key (5 mm)
•  Ø6.5 mm. (1/4”) drill
•  Bedding compound

1.  Remove screws (1).
2.  Remove self-tailing arm (2) and drum (4).

3.  Place the template and drill holes Ø6.5mm (1/4”). 

 

Make sure that no dust comes into contact with the winch while drilling.

4.  Apply a light coat of bedding compound, ensuring that each bolt hole is bedded. 

Keep drain grooves clear.

5.  Fasten base (14) into place using 6 pieces. M6 (1/4”) countersunk head screws. 

 

Use large washers or a backing plate.

6.  Assemble in reverse order.

7.  Check that the winch is functioning correctly:

 

- The drum should operate smoothly, by turning the drum clockwise by hand.

 

- The drum must not turn when trying to turn the drum anti clockwise.

 

- While turning the winch handle clockwise the drum should turn.

 

- While turning the winch handle anti clockwise the drum should not turn.

•  6 x M6 (1/4”) countersunk head screws and corresponding 

nuts (length depending on deck thickness).

•  6 x large washers or backing plate
•  Ring spanner to match nuts

Note the curved 

spring “arm”

p4

18ST FS 

(V.1.0.F)

Summary of Contents for Andersen 18ST FS

Page 1: ...PRODUCT MANUAL 18ST FS V 1 0 F RON WPM 710218 18STFS Rev 2 ...

Page 2: ...EXPLODED VIEW 2 3 5 6 7 8 14 10 11 12 13 15 16 4 1 9 3 1 3 2 3 1 3 2 3 4 POS 3 537551 POS 3 537511 3 3 3 3 p2 18ST FS V 1 0 F ...

Page 3: ... 3 3 6 Screw 781811 3 4 1 Disc Model ST 537551 only 726310 4 1 Drum complete 773600 5 1 Drive shaft complete 786000 6 4 Arm spring 713300 7 4 Pawl 713200 8 1 Bearing 785700 9 1 Bushing not removable 716501 10 1 Ratchet gear 785900 11 1 Shaft 785300 12 1 Bushing RD786300 13 1 Gear wheel 786200 14 1 Base 773700 15 1 Bushing for ratchet gear 785500 16 1 Shaft for ratchet gear 785100 1 Service kit 18 ...

Page 4: ...h bolt hole is bedded Keep drain grooves clear 5 Fasten base 14 into place using 6 pieces M6 1 4 countersunk head screws Use large washers or a backing plate 6 Assemble in reverse order 7 Check that the winch is functioning correctly The drum should operate smoothly by turning the drum clockwise by hand The drum must not turn when trying to turn the drum anti clockwise While turning the winch hand...

Page 5: ...t the spring The pawls should move smoothly and automatically return to their normal position where the pawls engage with the teeth If the pawls do not function correctly clean and lubricate the pawls and gears Check the function of the pawls again to make sure that it works correctly If the pawls do not work correctly replace the springs and recheck the functioning Malfunctioning pawls may lead t...

Page 6: ... for the Service Kit suitable for the specific winch When the winch handle is not in use but the winch is under load we recommend from a safety point of view to remove the winch handle from the winch To ensure correct function of the self tailing unit only use recommended line sizes When using the winch with mooring lines DO NOT use the self tailing function and be sure that the mooring line is no...

Page 7: ...rom the winch and any rigging or fittings that are under load Long hair and or loose clothing must be tied back to avoid being caught in the winch In the event of a rope override or other fault stop the winch and turn off power before attempting to resolve the problem Avoid Accidental Operation Remove winch handles and turn off power to the winch when not in use to help avoid unsupervised or unint...

Page 8: ...hes com Visit www ronstan com warranty Manufactured by Ronstan Denmark ApS Jægervænget 36 7100 Vejle Denmark office ronstan dk www andersenwinches com WORLDWIDE DISTRIBUTION SERVICE WARRANTY 18ST FS V 1 0 F p8 PRODUCT MANUAL ...

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