It does mention a lever for use in adjustment and that isnt something that came with the boat. While bringing up the anchor rode chain, the windlass jammed. Maxwells all new rc series windlasses proudly follow in the highly successful footsteps of the freedom, liberty and hrc fully automatic ropechain anchor winches. Maxwell freedom 800 windlass repair catalina 36375. Muir owner manuals muir windlass owners manuals provide you with the information you need to choose, install, and operate your muir windlass. Since 1968, west marine has grown to over 250 local stores, with knowledgeable associates happy to assist. Sometimes it is not possible to fit the sensor to a horizontal windlass or it may need to. Whether you are sailing, cruising, or fishing, your boat needs to be secured while out on the water using an anchor. Installation guide and user manual document no 30003. Refer to the instructions for your specific windlass type. We aim to relieve the aching muscles that often come with anchoring and give you more confidence when docking. There is a vw 8000 in the superyacht section but i doubt the manual is the same for us.
Installation, operating instructions and service manual vwc 800 and vwclp 800 windlasses introduction you now own a windlass from maxwell s premier range, designed for automatic anchor handling. Ensure a minimum of 800mm 32 clearance between the. If your cable runs all the way to the engine compartment, replacement will be pricey. Lewmar hx1 windlass kit with 516ht chain & rope gypsy 800w. The windlass is supplied with chainwheel, as specified on purchase order. In addition to this instruction manual, the following components are included with the freedom. I need to buy chain for a maxwell 800 capsan windlass. Maxwell vwc4000 hydraulic vertical chainpipe hydraulic windlass. When i paid out the rode, a yellow and white plastic piece, approximately six inches came out. And youll need an anchor winch or windlass to drop and retrieve that anchor.
Maxwell vw 800 windlass chainrope gypsy catalina 36375. Installation, operating instructions and service manual hwc 1200 windlass single drumsingle chainwheel introduction you now own a windlass from maxwells premier range, designed for automatic anchor handling. Thats why each windlass we bring to the market is made of the finest quality materials and engineered for excellence. Maxwell freedom 500 installation and operation manual pdf. I have not experienced any issues with it till this week while on vacation.
Vetusmaxwell apac ltd reserves the right to make engineering. I also got a remote made for atvs for like 20 bucks and works flawless. Congratulations on your purchase of a maxwell freedom windlass. Maxwell offers a wide variety of vertical and horizontal windlasses to suit just about any installation. Does anyone have a manual or a link to a site where a manual can be downloaded.
Check windlass owners manual or contact lewmar for earlier models. Maxwell marine anchor winches, capstans and windlasses, anchoring systems designed and manufactured by maxwell marine for marine vessels and superyachts. It stopped after about 5 seconds, but they were mighty long seconds as i contemplated being anchored there for. Why choose maxwell as your preferred windlass supplier. Maxwell vw 1500 vertical windlass maxwell vw series anchor winches are designed for traditional rope and chain combination anchor rodes, where manual transfer of the rode from the rope warping drum to the chainwheel is required. Maxwell is the worlds largest superyacht windlass manufacturer. The primary objective of the site is to bring together the community spirit of hylas owners regardless of boats condition, model, or boat age. In this instance a freedom 800 or vw 800 or hwc 650 would be suitable. Used in conjunction with maxwells control equipment, you will get system protection. Maxwell 2200 windlass question the hylas yacht owners association site, originally launched in 2007, is the unofficial website for hylas yacht owners.
On my first daycruise with this newtome boat, last summer, i at one point changed the. Maxwell windlasses, deck gear, and stern handling products are globally renowned for. The ingeniously designed ropechain gypsy chainwheel is able to accommodate a wide range of. Check out the rc series on this web site or visit your closest maxwell dealer in order to discover the myriad features and benefits of maxwells latest automatic vertical ropechain windlasses for boats from 15 feet 4. The uptotheminute rc series heralds a brand new era of windlass design excellence. I have a 97 carver 355acmy with a maxwell 800 freedom windlass. Replacing the maxwell 800 windlass catalina 42425 assoc. My maxwell 750 1994 vintage windlass was slipping at the end of last season. Maxwell 500800 replacement clutch nut for freedom rc8. Vwc 4000 low profile allchain vertical windlass with. These weather resistant units have uv stabilized waterproof diaphragms, and are supplied with complete mounting diagrams, installation instructions and hardware. Maxwell windlass foot switches maxwell foot switches let you easily control up and down movements of winches and windlasses from the bow or other remote location. The replacement windlass 800 freedom kit came and i installed it with no problems.
On my first daycruise with this newtome boat, last summer, i at one point changed the direction of the windlass pretty quickly using the foot pedals to eliminate some weeds and i assume that particular action may have damaged t. If you plan on upgrading to the 1200 watt unit, talk to maxwell about your current wiring or look on their website at the freedom 800 manual and the rc10 1200 watt manual for the wiring spec and compare the two to see if you need to upgrade the wiring as well. Every windlass also has a main breaker near the source of power. Conetype brakeclutch mechanism permits manual free fall anchoring. The all new rc86 fully automatic ropechain windlass is designed to effortlessly retrieve and deploy 6mm7mm 14 chain spliced to 12mm 12 three strand or 8plait rope. Marine winches, capstan winches, horizontal windlass and vertical capstan and windlass range, freedom and liberty ropechain windlass series, deck accessories, ropes, boat hatches.
Superyacht innovation is incorporated in all our windlasses. Installation, operating instructions and service manual vwc 800 and vwclp 800 windlasses introduction you now own a windlass from maxwells premier range, designed for automatic anchor handling. Sep 19, 2016 look in your windlass manual or search for the manual online. Maxwell vw 1500 vertical windlass jamestown distributors. Pull 2000w sw motor typical boat length 57 85 ft for chainonly rodes integral chainpipe. Used in conjunction with maxwell s remote control, you will have complete command of the anchor raising or lowering. This is based on period documentation as well as current literature from maxwell that indicates a change was subsequently made to the traditional vw line in 2012 that now allows a. I have the 1994 maxwell owners manual but its quite vague imo on just exactly how the spinner on top of this windlass should be adjusted, of at all. Rc10 and rc8 are available in both capstan and low profile versions. There are a number of important criteria to be considered in selecting the correct anchor winch. Page 1 user s manual benutzerhandbuch manuel dutilisation du treuil manual del usuario gebruikershandleiding manuale utente page 2 p103153 rev. Maxwell 800 anchor windlass manual sailboat owners forums. Lofrans chainonly gypsy 276h, lofrans windlass maintenance kit, lofrans. Try that tool to make sure the windlass is free on motion updown.
The larger rc88 can be used with 8mm 516 chain spliced to 14mm 916 three strand or 8plait rope. The ground tackle should have been selected taking into account. Maxwells range of windlasses and capstans is extensive, with models to suit. The windlass must have a maximum pull capacity of at least three times the combined weight of the anchor and ropechain. Maxwell has been manufacturing reliable and stylish products for four decades. The all new stainless steel rc6 fully automatic ropechain windlass is designed to effortlessly retrieve and deploy 6mm7mm 14 chain spliced to 12mm 12 three strand or 8brait plait rope. Maxwell marine chain wheel assembly for freedom 800 windlass. The manual said its made for 58 rope but mine loaded up with no problem whatsoever using the 12 inch rope. Maxwell vw 800 horizontal maxwell rc 800 freedom series maxwell vw 800 verticalanchor windlass mid 2001 present. At fisheries supply we offer a wide variety of maxwell winches in vertical or horizontal. Vwc 4000 low profile allchain vertical windlass with integral chainpipe 4000 lb max. Chain size for maxwell 800 windlass sailboat owners forums. Rc6 rc8 rc10 windlass pg3 important safety information make sure your windlass has been correctly specified before installation personal safety may depend on it.
At lewmar, we think about what makes boaters lives easier, and bring those ideas to life in our products. Check out the rc series on this web site or visit your closest maxwell dealer in order to discover the myriad features and benefits of maxwell s latest automatic vertical ropechain windlasses for boats from 15 feet 4. The windlass is designed for use in conjunction with chain stopper of the appropriate size. No sure what i did wrong during the pull up, but suddenly the windlass stopped and then began free falling chain like mad. Instruction manuals pdf downloads simpson lawrence yacht. Just a black plastic box with 4 wires and an antenna wire. View and download maxwell freedom 500 installation and operation manual online.
The manuel i found on line says to use 516 acco g40. Freedom 800 manuals and user guides for maxwell freedom 800. Pdf downloads instruction manuals with integral chainpipe 4000 lb max. Maxwell 12v replacement magnet windlass motor for freedom 500. Maxwell rc88 12v windlass for up to 516 chain, 916 rope maxwell rc8 12v windlass w 516 chain to rope. From what i can tell, the maxwell vw 800 windlass on our 2004 was only available at time of first install with a chainonly gypsy and a warping drum for rope. Windless wont pull rope boat talk chaparral boats owners. These include the vessel size, displacement, windage, anchor size and rode selection. Maxwells range of windlasses and capstans is extensive, with models to. Maxwell rc88 12v windlass for up to 516 chain, 916 rope. We have 1 maxwell freedom 800 manual available for free pdf download. Used in conjunction with maxwells remote control, you will have complete command of the anchor raising or lowering. The switch operates only in up mode and its manual drop. Maxwell marine rc6 vertical windlass wholesale marine.
Vetusmaxwell apac ltd 3500 vw vwc vwclp 1 contents 1. I have the same model and cant remember for sure, but i think it actually can be tightened using a 12 ratchet, meaning just the ratchet handle itself. Practicalities such as locker space and depth of fall for the rode also play a part in deciding which windlass is ideal for you. It is simply a case of removing 3 nuts and pulling the abovedecks assembly off. If the highest profile superyacht builders in the world choose maxwell for their 100250 yachts, why. Installation guide and user manual maxwell technologies. Please call maxwell at 410 7120740 for technical support. Look in your windlass manual or search for the manual online.
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