36e Operator's Manual 2012.pdf - Marlow-Hunter, LLC

Underwater Gear
To tighten the clutch:
• With the anchor in the stowed position, tighten the
windlass clutch by inserting the emergency handle in
the clutch nut. (See fig 6.7) and turn clockwise.
Windlass Profile Illustration
Emergency Handle
To Operate Manually:
Make sure that the safety hook is removed from the
anchor chain.
Insert the emergency handle into the clutch nut.
• Turn handle clockwise to retrieve anchor.
To operate from the bow:
• Switch the power on at the controls
Clutch Nut
Drum
Upper Cone
Chain Pulley
• Remove the safety hook
• Lift the protective cap from the foot switch and
depress the up or down switch for the
desired result.
Lower Cone
Fig. 6.7
Maintenance:
! DANGER !
Make sure that the power is off before performing
any maintenance or work on the windlass.
• Periodically check the motor and control box electrical
connections, remove any residue and cover connections
with a small coating of grease.
It is recommended that you, once a year, disassemble
the windlass and remove residue buildup. To perform
this maintenance follow all safety procedures and complete
the following:
• Using the emergency handle, unscrew the nut by
turning the handle counterclockwise.
Note: Refer to your Owner’s / Operator’s Manual in your
owner’s kit for detailed information about your windlass.
6.4.2 Anchor
Your Hunter is equipped with a Danforth type anchor
well and drain and a Danforth type anchor as standard
equipment. The anchor is selected to suit the size and
weight of your boat under normal anchoring conditions,
and is most effective in muddy or sandy bottoms.
Check out the Getting underway Chapter in this manual,
chapter 12 for more information about anchoring your boat.
Fig. 6.8 will show you the details of the windlass and
anchoring system in illustrated detail, showing the plan
view.
• Remove the drum, upper cone, chain wheel, and
lower cone.
• Wash down with water to remove any residue
• Coat surfaces with a light film of lubricant
• Reassemble the unit and tighten the clutch by turning
the handle clockwise.
6.5