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Enable Automatic Operation
A “rode to be released” value must be entered to use automatic operation.
Safety Override
Press any button on the AutoAnchor to stop the windlass during automatic release or
retrieval.
In an emergency shut off the power to the windlass using the isolating/
breaker switch.
deploy the Anchor Using Automatic Operation
Turn the AutoAnchor on.
Clear the safety lock.
Press the Mode button to select Auto. The screen
displays the current length for Auto release.
If this setting is correct. Press and release the down button to
deploy the anchor.
To Change the setting:
Press the Mode button again to select Set auto.
Enter the value.
Save and return to Auto.
The windlass will stop and the AutoAnchor will beep when
the preset length of rode has been released. The screen
will display “Auto target reached”.
To Set A Rode to be Released value
Turn the AutoAnchor on.
Clear the safety lock.
Press the Mode button twice to enter Set auto.
Scroll up or down to change the value.
Save ready to deploy. Press twice to return to start screen.
To disable the automatic operation: Set the rode to be released
value to Off.
Retrieve the Anchor Using Automatic Operation
Turn the AutoAnchor on.
Clear the safety lock.
Press the Mode button to Select Auto.
Press and release the Up button to retrieve the anchor.
The windlass will stop and the AutoAnchor will beep when the
docking distance is reached. The screen will display
Docking distance.
Press the Up button to complete retrieval of the anchor.
The AutoAnchor will beep during this process.
Ensure the anchor is fully docked and secured before moving the boat.
