[C320-list] Windlass Overide

[Scott Thompson]

I see from looking at another file on the web site that the VC500 model 
(no chain gypsy) does not have a clutch (sometimes called the "brake."). 
  So I'm afraid that the advice that you received regarding the brake 
(and my own advice below) may not apply.  In this case the only way I 
can think of to reverse the windlass is to reverse the electrical 
connections so that the motor will run in reverse.

Scott Thompson wrote:
> I've been out of town and so am late to reply.  But if you still need 
> help look at page 17 of the manual I put on the web site:
> 
> http://www.catalina320.com/filemgmt_data/files/Maxwell%20VW500%20Anchor%20Winch%20manual.pdf 
> 
> 
> Look for the instructions labeled "lowering the anchor under manual 
> control" for instructions on how to release the clutch.  This will only 
> work if you still own the control lever that came with the windlass.  It 
> is a plain aluminum bar.  You may also find useful the exploded view on 
> page 26.  The lever is part number 40.
> 
> I keep the lever in the anchor locker on the end of a light line 
> attached to the cleat so it's always handy for such occasions.
> 
> Scott
> 
> 
> Irving Grunes wrote:
>> Hi
>> Just go a call from a boat partner who has an windlass chain overide.
>> We do not have a gypsy.
>> Is there a way to reverse the wndlass.
>> Irv Grunes
>> 2001 #851.
> 

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Scott Thompson
Surprise, #653