March 2018
rapidCAST User’s Guide
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EAR-Controlled Technology Subject to Restrictions Contained on the Cover Page.
The spool indicator shows the speed of the line out (blue) and line in speed (yellow). The two white circles
represent the LevelWind position, and blink when the LevelWind is at the full left/right positions.
Line Out - Calculating the length of line paid out depends on how tightly the spool is packed, as well as
the amount of line loaded on the spool (both of which affect the spool’s effective circumference – an im-
portant variable when calculating line length). The spool’s circumference decreases as more line is paid
out, and though this behavior has been mathematically modelled as part of the line-length calculation, the
values given by the Line Out display should still be treated as an approximation. Line length is measured
relative to the encoder zero position (“home”). It may be negative if the winch has rotated inward relative
to zero.
Driver Temp: Displays the temperature of the motor controller. This value will increase or decrease de-
pending on the load applied to the motor. Note: Motor will shut down at 70C.
Supply voltage: Indicates the state of the 48V supply, which powers the Spool Motor.
Cable Connections
The system is shipped with the winch end of the cables pre-connected for ease of installation.
The following is for reference.
To remove the covers (only necessary if cables are not connected on the winch end):
1. Remove the covers on the winch assembly.
2. First, remove the four (4) screws and flat washers on the top cover. Slide the top cover toward the
rear of the winch to remove it.
3. Remove the fours screws and flat washers on each side cover and slide the cover down, and then
pull the bottom handle to release the bottom bracket.
4. Next, slide the cover up and pull out slightly to remove it.