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RC12-HD Vertical

Rope/Chain Windlass

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Page 1: ...RC12 HD Vertical Rope Chain Windlass ...

Page 2: ...Ltd All rights reserved VETUS Maxwell APAC Ltd reserves the right to make engineering changes to all products without notice Illustrations and specifications not binding as to detail P103151 Rev 2 00 25 07 16 Printed in New Zealand ...

Page 3: ...SELECTION OF MOTOR STARTER 7 2 7 POWER CONNECTIONS TO AC MOTOR 8 2 8 POWER CONNECTIONS TO HYD MOTOR 8 2 9 NOTE TO BOAT BUILDER 8 3 0 OPERATION 9 3 1 PERSONAL SAFETY WARNINGS 9 3 2 OPERATING THE WINDLASS 9 3 3 OPERATING THE WINDLASS MANUALLY 10 4 0 MAINTENANCE 11 4 1 WINDLASS MAINTENANCE 11 4 2 PRESSURE ARM REPLACEMENT 12 4 3 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS 13 4 4 SPARE PARTS 13 4 5 TOOLS FOR MAINTENANCE 14...

Page 4: ...a remote station without having a clear view of the windlass Do NOT use the windlass as a mooring point When anchoring or mooring secure the line directly to a bollard or deck cleat Do NOT use the windlass to pull the boat forward when raising the anchor Use the boat s engine to drive the boat up to the anchor Do NOT attempt to break free a fouled anchor with the windlass Secure the line to a boll...

Page 5: ...31 5 kg 69 lbs 34 kg 75 lbs 54 kg 118lbs Power Supply 24V DC Hydraulic Hydraulic 3Ph AC Motor Power 2000 W N A N A 2200 W Hydraulic Flow and Pressure N A Ref Pg25 Ref Pg24 N A Rope size RC12HD 12 22mm 7 8 to 22mm 3 4 RC12HD 11 16mm 5 8 to 20mm 7 8 RC12HD 10 16mm 5 8 to 20mm 7 8 Chain size RC12HD 12 12 13mm 1 2 short link RC12HD 11 11mm 3 8 G30 G43 short link RC12HD 10 10mm 3 8 BBB short link Net w...

Page 6: ...ope chain to have a clear run from the bow roller B to the chainwheel without deflection The deck plate should be mounted pointing in the direction of the incoming rope chain This arrangement allows the rope chain to have maximum engagement with the chainwheel The deck plate should be mounted so that the chain leads into the chainwheel parallel to the deckplate base this will ensure the chain feed...

Page 7: ...tly to aluminium we recommend the windlass studs nuts washers and chain are fully insulated from the aluminium 1 Bolt the deckplate to the deck using mounting studs washers and nuts Tighten the nuts progressively and evenly Do NOT use power tools Make sure the installation is firm but do not over tighten the nuts 2 Offer up from below deck the drive assembly sliding the mainshaft through the deckp...

Page 8: ... operation of the windlass After all connections have been made and system tested seal terminals against moisture by spraying with CRC2043 Plasti Coat CRC3013 Soft Seal or CRC2049 Clear Urethane Solenoid pack Required The solenoid pack B should be located in a dry area close to the windlass not in the rope chain locker Circuit breaker isolator Required FOR SAFETY The winch circuit requires protect...

Page 9: ...ening the cables to the motor ensure the lower nut A is secure against turning when tightening the upper nut B This will prevent damage occurring within the motor 2 6 SELECTION OF MOTOR STARTER Several AC motor starter options for windlasses are available each with characteristic current demands and start load limitations Maxwell recommends that selection of the best motor start system be entruste...

Page 10: ...ng gasket and screws Select a suitably sized waterproof cable gland for the armoured supply cable The selected gland fitting must fit the terminal box be capable of anchoring the armoured cable and allow an effective waterproof entry seal to be made Make the line connections to motor terminals Make also an effective earth connection Separately and similarly enter the 2 thermistor cables to the mot...

Page 11: ...l to pay out the rope chain or press the Down footswitch if fitted Pay out sufficient rope chain to set the anchor Watch as the rope chain is being fed out Any jam might cause damage to the windlass Always use a chainstopper snubber or cleat to tie off when anchoring This will protect the windlass from shock loading Raising the Anchor Insert the clutch handle into the clutch nut and tighten the cl...

Page 12: ...ergency handle Using the Capstan Drum for Rope Warping The vertical capstan can be used independently from the chainwheel This is ideal for handling mooring or docking lines or retrieving a second anchor For safety reasons a footswitch is highly recommended To haul in using the capstan Make sure the anchor is secured Insert the clutch handle into the clutch nut and turn anticlockwise until rotatio...

Page 13: ... preferably with CRC 3097 Long Life or alternatively CRC6 66 or WD40 Check tightness of all fasteners Every Year The motor should be serviced by a qualified technician Remove any rust build up from the casing and paint with a suitable coating Every 3 Years The gearbox should be inspected for damage to the seals the gearbox is lubricated for life so does not require replacing the oil Failure to car...

Page 14: ...beral amounts of grease to the spring and insert it into the pressure arm 4 Ensure the lower spring pin sits in the groove of the pressure arm as shown 5 With the spring in the pressure arm align the spring pin into the groove located inside of the chaincover and slide the pressure arm in 6 Looking from above align the pressure arm with the hole for the capscrew 7 While holding the pressure arm in...

Page 15: ...new one 4 4 SPARE PARTS Maxwell recommends a modest quantity of spare parts to be ordered as familiarity with the windlass is developed during installation As small parts can be lost during maintenance keeping spares and spare tools is recommended We recommend the following list of spare parts per windlass to be carried on board Part No Description Qty P104750 Retaining cap o ring 1 3150 Drum key ...

Page 16: ... if supplied Check the power supply to controls from the source step by step and identify the point where it stops Incorrect or incomplete wiring Check wiring against diagrams supplied No power supply to the capstan Check power supply lines Check main isolator switch Faulty thermistor relay To confirm check resistance between terminals 21 and 22 If it is above 500 ohms contact Maxwell Damaged ther...

Page 17: ...ee fall The clutch cones are not greased Disassemble the cones clean and grease them as described in Section The clutch is not fully disengaged Disengage the clutch fully The band brake is not disengaged Disengage the band brake fully Disc springs not fitted Fit disc springs as described in Pawl engaged Disengage pawl Chain jumps slips on the chainwheel The chainwheel not selected correctly Contac...

Page 18: ...16 www maxwellmarine com APPENDIX A Dimensional Drawings ...

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Page 20: ...18 www maxwellmarine com APPENDIX B Spare Parts ...

Page 21: ...2799 19 Bearing 1 SP0657 20 Spring CW 1 7037 Spring ACW 1 7436 21 Pressure Arm 1 7435 22 Deckplate CW 1 7430 Deckplate ACW 1 7431 23 Gasket 1 7515 24 Stud 90TDC 4 5225 Stud 90TDC 1 7652 Stud 190TDC 4 7482 Stud 190TDC 1 4710 25 Washer 5 SP0473 26 Spring Washer 9 SP0466 27 Nut M10 5 SP0371 28 Spring 1 7458 29 Pawl 1 7456 30 Washer 1 SP0413 31 Cap screw M8 x 25 1 SP0158 32 Plug 1 SP3519 33 Bush 1 SP3...

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Page 23: ... 64 Motor DC electric 2000W 24V 1 SP5027 Motor Hydraulic type 1 Gearmotor 1 SP2266 Motor Hydraulic type 2 Gerotor 1 SP0996 Motor AC Electric 2 2kw 3ph 1 SP5068 65 Hex hd bolt M8 x 20 Hydraulic type 2 2 SP0254 Cap Screw M8 x 30 Hydraulic type 1 4 SP0171 Hex hd bolt M10 x 40 AC Electric 4 SP0280 66 Spring washer Hydraulic type 2 only 2 SP0467 Spring washer AC Electric 4 SP0466 67 Flat washer Hydraul...

Page 24: ...22 www maxwellmarine com APPENDIX C Installation Schematics 24V DC Electric Wiring ...

Page 25: ...www maxwellmarine com 23 AC Electric Wiring ...

Page 26: ...24 www maxwellmarine com Hydraulic GT Type 1 Plumbing ...

Page 27: ...www maxwellmarine com 25 Hydraulic motor Type 2 ...

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Page 31: ... applies to the 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 associated with any warranty claims 7 There are no warranties of merchantability fitness for purpose or any other kind express or implied and none shall be implied by law If any such warrant...

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