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INSTALLATION
WHERE TO LOCATE THE WINDLASS
The MAXWELL VWC and VWCLP 1200 Windlasses operate in dual direction power
UP/DOWN.
“UP” is clockwise rotation when looking down on the Windlass.
The deckplate should be mounted pointing in the direction of the incoming chain
and with the left hand side parallel to the line of the incoming chain (refer drawing
B201219 VWC types and B201220 VWCLP types). This arrangement allows the chian
to have maximum engagement with the chainwheel.
The Windlass must be positioned to allow the chain to have a clear run from the
fairlead or bow roller on to the chainwheel.
The bow roller should have a vertical groove to suit the profile of the chain. This
will align the chain so that it enters the chainwheel without twisting.
Ideally the outlet from the chainpipe should be directly over the chain locker and
the chain should have at least 500mm (2ft) clear fall to allow the chain to
straighten before passing through the Windlass.
If it can be arranged the chain locker bulkhead should pass between the
chainpipe outlet in the deckplate and the Windlass gearbox.
This will keep the
gearbox, motor and wiring or hydraulic hoses dry and away from flaying chain. Access
for servicing from inside the cabin area can usually be arranged through a locker.
The chain must gravity feed into the locker.
If the chainpipe cannot be positioned
directly over the locker, heavy wall flexible plastic pipe can be used to direct the chain to
the required area.
It is important that the chain slips through easily, completely unaided. It may be
necessary to provide the pipe with a bell mouth or to bell mouth the entrance to the
chainpipe from the locker to assist the free flow of the chain from the locker.
The chain locker must be of such a size that the chain will heap up and feed out
naturally without fouling.
NOTE: Make sure you securely fasten the end of the chain to the boat.
