POWERWINCH CAPSTAN 1000 User manual

056018-001r2 Printed in USA May, 2022
OWNER'S MANUAL
Capstan Powered Lift Assist
This Manual Provides Installation and Operation Instructions for the following models:
CAPSTAN 1000
CAPSTAN 300
QUICK CATCH POT PULLER
These instructions apply to all models listed.
Details and procedures unique to a specific model are labeled appropriately.
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12 Volt Powered Winch
Powered Lift Assist for anchors, pots and traps.
Thoroughly read the manual furnished with this product and be
familiar with the controls. Do not allow individuals to operate
the winch without understanding the safe operation and
procedures for the equipment.

PROPRIETARY STATEMENT
The Powerwinch Capstan is aproduct of Scott Fetzer Electrical Group or SFEG,
located in Fairview, Tennessee, USA. The information contained in or disclosed
in this document is considered PROPIETARY to SFEG. Every effort has been made to
ensure that the information presented in the document is accurate and complete.
However, SFEG assumes no liability for errors or for any damages that result from the
use of this document.
The information contained in this manual pertains to the current configuration of the
models listed on the title page. Earlier model configurations may differ from the
information given. SFEG reserves the right to cancel, change, alter or add any parts
and assemblies, described in this manual, without prior notice.
SFEG agrees to allow the reproduction of this document for use with SFEG
products only. Any other reproduction or translation of this document in whole
or part is strictly prohibited without prior written approval from SFEG.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information...................................................................................1
Specifications..........................................................................................2
Furnished Materials:.......................................................................................2
Required Materials (not included with winch).................................................3
Mounting the Unit....................................................................................4
Wiring the Unit.........................................................................................5
Testing the Unit..............................................................................................6
Operating the Winch...............................................................................7
Loading the Rope...........................................................................................7
Lowering the Load..........................................................................................7
Retrieving the Load........................................................................................7
Maintenance...................................................................................................7
Replacement Parts List ..........................................................................8
Warranty.................................................................................................10
Powerwinch
by SFEG 2268 Fairview Blvd Fairview, TN 37062 1.800.793.4793 | www.powerwinch.com

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SAFETY INFORMATION
The following Safety Precautions Must be Followed at ALL Times. Failure
to follow the warnings and cautions in this manual could result in serious
injury and/or property damage.
WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals including
Di-isodecyl phthalate (DIDP), Vinyl Chloride and Cumene, which are known
to the state of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information visit www.P65warnings.ca.gov
CAUTION ALWAYS block the vehicle wheels to help prevent the
vehicle from moving when pulling a load with the winch.
CAUTION SHOCK HAZARD.ALWAYS unplug the wiring harness
before attempting to install, relocate, service or perform maintenance on
the winch.
CAUTION NEVER use the winch to lift or move people or animals.
CAUTION NEVER use the winch for overhead lifting.
CAUTION NEVER attempt to pull a load greater than the rated
load of the winch.
CAUTION ALWAYS stand away from the winch during operation.
ALWAYS keep objects, people and animals away from the camper and camper top
when operating the winch. Serious injury could occur if the cable breaks.
CAUTION NEVER wear loose fitting clothes, scarves, ties or jewelry
when operating the winch. Loose clothing can become caught in moving parts.
CAUTION ALWAYS keep hands clear of the cable spool (drum area).
CAUTION ALWAYS wear leather gloves when handling the rope.
CAUTION NEVER use the winch to exclusively hold, support or
permanently secure the load. Use separate straps to support the load.
CAUTION ALWAYS stand away from the winch during operation.
ALWAYS stand clear of the area behind and between the load and the winch.
Serious injury could occur if the rope breaks.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Davit/Bow Roller
This product requires the use of a closed loop davit or bowroller. Davit or bow roller
must be installed prior to installing winch to ensure proper performance.
WARNING Use of a davit with an open loop is not
recommended with this product. Use a davit with a closed loop to prevent
serious personal injury and/or property damage.
6 7/16"
7 1/8"
8 5/16"
10 5/8"
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Model Maximum Pull Rope Size* Voltage
Circuit
Breaker Unit Weight
Capstan 1000 1000 lbs. 1/2-3/4" 12VDC 80 amps 23 lbs.
Capstan 300 300 lbs. 1/2-5/8" 12VDC 25 amps 20 lbs.
Quick Catch Pot Puller 200 lbs. Up to 5/8" 12VDC 80 amps 19 lbs.
*Recommended rope is three (3) strand, medium lay, premium nylon.
CAUTION ALWAYS use the recommended rope. Use of different rope
can cause property damage and personal injury.

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FURNISHED MATERIALS:
Capstan 1000 Capstan 300 Quick Catch Pot Puller
qty Description qty Description qty Description
1 Winch 1 Winch 1 Winch
3 5/16-18 x 3.5 Stud 3 5/16-18 x 3.5 Stud 3 5/16-18 x 3.5 Stud
3 5/16 Lock Washer 3 5/16 Lock Washer 3 5/16 Lock Washer
3 5/16 Flat Washer 3 5/16 Flat Washer 3 5/16 Flat Washer
3 5/16-18 Nut 3 5/16-18 Nut 3 5/16-18 Nut
1 80A Circuit Breaker 1 25A Circuit Breaker 1 80A Circuit Breaker
1 FootSwitch 1 Foot Switch 1 Foot Switch
1 Mounting Template 1 Mounting Template 1 Mounting Template
REQUIRED MATERIALS (NOT INCLUDED WITH WINCH)
•Loctite 242 thread locker or equivalent
•Silicone sealant
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION –CAPSTAN 1000 &QUICK CATCH POT PULLER
These items are furnished by the installer.
Qty Description
6 awg RED Wire Class 105˚CWire is used for the "run" wire from winch to
switch, battery to switch and battery to winch.
Length is based on installation.
6 awg BLACK Wire
7 5/16" 6 awg ring terminals
5 1/4-20 x 1/2 Screws Screws and nuts should be stainless
steel to avoid rust and corrosion.
5 1/4-20 Nuts
a/r Wire ties
2 ft 1" diameter heat shrink
2 ft 2" diameter heat shrink
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION –CAPSTAN 300
These items are furnished by the installer.
Qty Description
8 awg RED Wire Class 105˚CWire is used for the "run" wire from winch
to switch, battery to switch and battery to
winch. Length is based on installation.
8 awg BLACK Wire
7 5/16" 8 awg ring terminals
5 1/4-20 x 1/2 Screws Screws and nuts should be stainless
steel to avoid rust and corrosion.
5 1/4-20 Nuts
a/r Wire ties
2 ft 1" diameter heat shrink
2 ft 2" diameter heat shrink
Class 105˚C
Class 105˚C

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MOUNTING THE UNIT
Mounting Template
Centerline
of Davit/Bow Roller
5/16" Mounting Stud
(x3)
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
5/16" Nut
(x3)
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Drill Holes as
Shown on Template
(4 total)
BOW OF BOAT
Center Of Rope
Anchor Winch To Davit
5/16"
[7.9mm]
3 1/2"
(88.9mm]
5 1/2"
[139.7mm]
6 7/8"
[174.6mm]
3 1/4"
[82.6mm]
STERN OF BOAT
1/2" Hole Thru
Wire Harness
3/8" Hole Thru
Winch Mounting Hole
(3 Plcs)
P1053700AV Mounting Template
Drill 5/8" Hole for Foot Switch
(see text for location suggestions)
1. Place the mounting template on the deck in the desired location and secure
with tape.
a. The centerline of the capstan must line up with the centerline of the
davit or bow roller.
2. Drill the holes as marked on the template.
3. Remove the template.
4. Use a small amount of thread locker on the end of the studs then thread the
5/16-18 x 3 1/2" studs into the winch. Hand tightenuntilsnug.
5. Align the winch and the studs with the holes in the deck. Insert the wires
through the hole in the deck. Lower the winch to the deck.
6. Under the deck, secure the winch to the deck use one (1) each 5/16 flat
washer, 5/16 lock washer and 5/16 nut on each of the studs. Tighten the
nuts to secure the winch to the deck.

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WIRING THE UNIT
WARNING SHOCK HAZARD.ALWAYS disconnect the battery before
working on electrical equipment.
WARNING ALWAYS use the recommended wire size and rated circuit
breakers. Failure to use the furnished and recommended sizes can cause a fire
hazard and void warranty.
NOTICE When routing the wiring, avoid sources of heat.
NOTICE When routing the wiring, avoid sharp edges that can cut or fray
the wire insulation.
1. Locate a suitable location for the switch.
•Location should be easily accessible when handling the rope from the
capstan.
•Locate the switch outside the normal traffic patterns. This is to avoid
the switch being accidentally stepped on or tripped over.
2. Drill a 5/8" hole through the mounting surface.
3. If attached, unscrew the rubber cap from the top of
the switch and install the switch from the underside of
the deck.
4. Fully thread the cap back onto the switch. Tighten the
jam nut from below deck to secure the switch.
5. Connect the two (2) red wires to the switch.
6. At the winch, terminate the wires from the winch with 5/16" ring terminals.
7. Route one BLACK wire from the winch to the battery location. Be sure to
allow adequate wiring to make connections, allow the wire to have some
slack when routing. Secure the wires with wire ties.
Tip: Before making the mechanical connection, slide a 2 1/2" piece of the
shrink tubing over one wire. Make the connection then slide the wrap over
the connection. Lightly heat the wrap until it shrinks around the terminals.
8. At the winch, terminate the BLACK wire with a 5/16" ring terminal. Attach the
new wire to the motor BLACK wire with a 1/4 -20 screw and nut and shrink wrap.
9. At the battery, terminate the BLACK wire with a 3/8" ring terminal. Attach the
new wire to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of the battery.
10. Route one RED wire from the winch to the switch location. Be sure to allow
adequate wiring to make connections, allow the wire to have some slack
when routing. Secure the wires with wire ties.
11. Terminate each end of the RED wire with 5/16" ring terminals.
12. Connect the motor GREEN wire to the RED wire with a 1/4 -20 screw and nut and
shrink wrap.
13. At the switch position, connect the RED wire to one of the short wires from switch
with a 1/4 -20 screw and nut and shrink wrap.
Switch
Jam Nut
Switch Cap
5/8" Hole
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14. Route one RED wire from the battery to the switch location. Be sure to
allow adequate wiring to make connections, allow the wire to have some
slack when routing. Secure the wires with wire ties.
15. At the switch terminate the new wire with a 5/16 ring terminal and attach to
the second short wire from the switch with a 1/4 -20 screw and nut and shrink
wrap.
16. At the battery terminate the RED wire with a #10 ring terminal. Attach the wire to
the "AUX" post of the circuit breaker.
17. Attach the circuit breaker to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of the battery.
Black
Green
Black
*awg
Red * awg
Ring Terminals
1/4-20 x 1/2
Screw & Nut
Tape or
Heat Shrink
= Mechanical Connection
Red *awg
Circuit Breaker
Battery
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Foot Switch
25A Circuit Breaker
(used w/ Capstan 300)
80A Circuit Breaker
(used w/ Capstan 1000 &
Quick Catch Pot Puller)
To Battery
(+12VDC) Red
Wire
Ring
Terminal
Red
Wire
Ring
Terminal
To Battery (+12VDC)
* Use 8awg wire for Capstan 300
Use 6awg wire for Capstan 1000
Use 6awg wire for Quick Catch Pot Puller
TESTING THE UNIT
1. Ensure that all connections are secure and correct.
2. With no rope oncapstan, press down the switch. If the motor runs but the
capstan does not turn, motor wires are reversed. Reverse the red and black
wires at the motor leads.

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OPERATING THE WINCH
The Capstan can be usedto retrieve anchors, traps or pots; these are referred to
as the "load" in the directions below.
CAUTION NEVER use the winch to exclusively hold, support or
permanently secure the load. ALWAYS secure the rope to a deck cleat or
similar device.
NOTICE To prevent damage to the motor, do not operate the winch
continuously for periods over 20 minutes. Allow the motor to “rest” for
aminimum of 1 hour.
LOADING THE ROPE
1. Thread the rope through the davit or bow roller and pull back to the winch.
2. Wrap the rope counterclockwise 4-5 wraps around the capstan.
LOWERING THE LOAD
1. Turn boat into wind and place boat motors in neutral.
2. After the boat has stopped all forward progress, release the rope from the
deck cleat. Allow the load to free fall to the sea bed.
NOTICE Never use the winch to lower the load or to brake the load
during free fall. This can result in serious damage to the gear train.
3. After the desired amount of rope has been released, tie the rope off to a
deck cleat. DO NOT use the winch to tie-off the anchor.
4. For anchors, place the boat's motors in neutral and allow the boat to drift
back and set the anchor in the sea bed.
RETRIEVING THE LOAD
1. Untie the rope from the deck cleat.
2. Align bow of boat with load.
3. Place the boat's motors in forward and
move boat slowly toward the anchor point.
4. Press the winch switch and pull the rope
hand over hand.
NOTE: The rope must be kept under
tension for the winch to work properly.
5. After the load is secured, tie the rope
off to a deck cleat. DO NOT use the
winch to tie-off the load.
MAINTENANCE
Following each boat outing, flush exterior of winch with fresh water. Use only
mild detergents to clean exterior. Use of solvents can cause damage to the
finishes and seals, as well as void product warranty.
Every 6 months inspect capstan for wear. Replace any worn components.
Check rope periodically for abrasion or deep cuts. Never splice an old rope with a new
rope. If replacement is necessary, use only Powerwinch recommended rope.
Check electrical connections every 6months for corrosion. Replace any
connection or wire which is damaged, corroded, frayed or worn.
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Pull Rope Hand over
Hand While Pressing
the Foot Switch
Wrap Rope
4-5 Times
Counterclockwise
Foot Switch

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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
1,3
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
7
7
8
8
9
9
9
9
10
10
11
12
12
13
13
11
CAPSTAN 1000
CAPSTAN 300 &
QUICK CATCH POT PULLER
12,13
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Item Description Capstan
1000 Capstan 300 Quick Catch Pot Puller Notes
1 Seal & Gasket Kit P10346 P10346 P10346
2 Mounting Kit P10349 P10349 P10349
3 Capstan Kit R001461 R001461 R001461 1
4 Foot Switch P7817600AJ P7817600AJ P7817600AJ
5 Circuit Breaker, 25A -- P1027600AJ --
6 Circuit Breaker, 80A P1066800AJ -- P1066800AJ
7 Bearing Kit P10725 P10343 P10343
8 MotorKit R001462 R001451 R001463
9 Capstan Shaft R001456 R001456 R001456
10 Locking Gear Kit P10731 -- --
11 Locking Gear Kit -- R001453 R001453
12 Intermediate Shaft P10723
13 Intermediate Shaft -- R001464 R001464
Notes: 1. Capstan kit (item 3) includes seal and nut.
FOR YOUR RECORDS:
DEALER/INSTALLER
NAME:
ADDRESS:
PHONE:
PURCHASE DATE:
PART NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
PRODUCT NAME
OR DESCRIPTION:
Retain your original proof ofpurchase.
It is requiRED for all warranty repairs and returns.
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WARRANTY
SFEG warrants to the FIRST retail Purchaser that the Powerwinch Product described in this
manual is free of defects in material and workmanship within the terms and conditions as set
forth below. SFEG’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at
SFEG’s option, of any defective component within the stated warranty period. THIS WARRANTY IS
NOT TRANSFERABLE.
1. DURATION
a) 2 years on parts and labor.
b) SFEG will pay the transportation charges for returnshipment to the purchaser of any
product received for legitimate warranty repair.
Warranty duration is not extended by the length of time the product is not in use or the
time that the purchaser is deprived the use of the product. The duration of coverage is
determined by the date of the original product purchase, not the date of repairs.
2. WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY
Defects in the manufacturer’s material and workmanship of product under normal use, and
which occur within the duration of the warranty period.
3. WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY
a) Improper installation and/or any consequent damage or failure that results from improper
installation of the product.
b) Normal wear.
c) Conditions that are not related to the material or workmanship of the product: including
any failure that results from an accident, wind, rain, or other acts of God.
d) Purchaser’s abuse, including but not limited to neglect; failure to operate, use or maintain
the product in accordance with the instructions provided with the product.
e) Any component not sold or manufactured by SFEG.
f) Any failure that results from the use of another manufacturer’s product with a SFEG
product that is not specifically approved by SFEG.
g) Any incidental, indirect, or consequential loss, damage or expense that may result from
any defect, failure or malfunction of the product.
h) The removal or alteration of any product component or device. In the event of such
removal or alteration, this warranty is void.
i) Any expense related to delivery orpick-up of product to/from the service dealer.
4. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PURCHASER
IN ORDER FOR THE WARRANTY TOBE HONORED,THE PURCHASER MUST HAVE PROOF OF
PURCHASE.FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION MAY DELAY ORVOID ANY
WARRANTY CLAIM.
a) Retain dated proof of purchase for the product, and provide it as requested.
b) Perform “Periodic Maintenance” as specified in Owners Manual.
c) Use reasonable care in maintenance, operation, use and storage of the product in
accordance with the instructions contained in the owner’s manual.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES THE OWNER SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS.THE LAWS OF CERTAIN JURISDICTIONS MAY
GRANT THE OWNER ADDITIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. Except as set forth above; SFEG makes no
warranty, whether statutory or otherwise, including without limitation, any warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. SFEG shall have no liability except to repair,
replace or adjust defective products and parts. SFEG specifically excludes any liability, whether in
contract, tort or otherwise, for personal injury, property damage, economic or consequential
losses. SFEG has not authorized any person or company to alter the terms of this warranty.
It is SFEG’s policy and practice to continuously improve the company’s products and services.
Therefore, SFEG reserves the right to make changes in design and components, without
notice, whenever it is believed the quality of the product will be improved, but without
incurring any obligation to incorporate such improvements in any product which has been shipped
or in service.