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DAVE 1700/2000/2300/3000W - IT GB - REV000A
WARNING:
stay clear of the chains, ropes and gypsy. Make sure the electric motor is off when windlass is used manual-
ly (even when using the handle to disengage the clutch). In fact people with windlass remote controls (hand-held remote
control or radio-controlled systems) might accidentally operate it.
WARNING:
secure the chain with a device before starting the navigation.
WARNING:
do not operate the windlass by using the electrical power when the handle is inserted in the drum or into
the gypsy cover.
WARNING:
Quick
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recommends using a protection to prevent the engine line from suffering damages due to overheat-
ing or shortcircuits. For AC currents the use of a fuse is recommended (details on its dimension are specified in the page
of the connection diagram); For DC currents the use of a specific and delayed-action (thermal-magnetic or hydraulic-
magnetic) circuit breaker is recommended. The circuit breaker can be used to cut off power to the windlass control
circuit and so avoid accidental activation.
CLUTCH USE
The clutch (7 and 9) provides a link between the gypsy and the main shaft (27 or 29).
The clutch can be released (disengagement) by using the handle (1) which, when inserted in the bush (3) of the drum (4) or of
the gypsy cover (5), must be turned counter-clockwise. The clutch will be re-engaged by turning it clockwise (engagement).
WEIGHING THE ANCHOR
- Turn on the engine. Make sure the clutch is engaged and the brake is released, remove the handle.
Press the UP button on the control provided. If the windlass stops and the hydraulic magnetic switch (or thermal cutout) has
not tripped, wait a few seconds and try again (avoid keeping the button pressed). If the hydraulic magnetic switch, has tripped,
reset it and wait a few minutes before weighing anchor once again. If, after a number of attempts, the windlass is still blocked,
we suggest to move the boat to release the anchor. Check the upward movement of the chain for the last few meters in order
to avoid damages to the bow.
CASTING THE ANCHOR
- The anchor can be cast by using the electrical control or manually. To operate manually, the clutch
must be disengaged and the brake is released allowing the gypsy to revolve and letting the rope or chain fall into the water. To
slow down the chain, the handle must be turned clockwise. To cast the anchor by using the electrical power, press the DOWN
button on the control provided. In this manner, anchor casting is under control and the chain and rope unwind evenly. In order
to avoid any stress on the windlass -once the boat is anchored- fasten the chain or secure it in place with a rope.
DRUM USE
WARNING:
Before carrying out warping operations, check that the anchor and relative rope or chain are solidly fixed to
a bitt or another strong point on the boat.
For the independent use of the drum (4), operate on the brake to lock the gypsy (8). Release the clutch with the handle (1),
(at least 2 turns of the bush anticlockwise). Remove the handle from the bush (3), wrap the rope around the drum (at least 3
turns). Activate the windlass control, keeping the rope under tension during take up. By varying the tension during take up it is
possible to modify the rope winding speed.
WARNING:
during take up maintain a safe distance between hands and windlass drum.
Once take up is complete, screw up the clutch by tightening the gypsy drum clockwise and secure the rope to a bitt or other
strong point on the boat.
USAGE - WARNING