POWERWINCH PW46101 User manual

P1039005AVr6Printed in USA May, 2022
OWNER'S MANUAL
36', 41' and 46' Class Anchor Winch
These instructions apply to all models listed. Details and procedures unique to a
specific model are labeled appropriately.
FREE FALL ROPE AND CHAIN ANCHOR WINCH
PW46101
12 Volt Powered Winch
Power-In / Freewheel-out operation
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 Anchor Winch is a product of Scott Fetzer Electrical Group or
SFEG,located in Fairview,Tennessee,USA. The information contained in or
disclosed in this document is considered PROPRIETARY 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
Davit/Bow Roller............................................................................................ 2
Furnished Materials:...................................................................................... 2
Required Materials (not included with winch)................................................ 2
Required Materials for Electrical Installation – 36' and 41' Class.......... 2
Required Materials for Electrical Installation – 46' Class....................... 3
Rope and Chain Rodes................................................................................. 3
Rope Locker.................................................................................................. 3
Mounting the Unit....................................................................................4
Wiring the Unit.........................................................................................5
36' & 41' Wiring ............................................................................................. 5
46' Wiring ...................................................................................................... 8
Testing the Unit............................................................................................. 9
Loading the Rope and Chain Rode............................................................... 9
Operating the Anchor Winch ...............................................................10
Anchoring.................................................................................................... 10
Retrieving the Anchor.................................................................................. 10
Maintenance................................................................................................ 11
Troubleshooting Guide................................................................................ 11
Replacement Parts List ........................................................................12
Warranty.................................................................................................14
Powerwinch
by SFEG 2268 Fairview Blvd Fairview, TN 37062 1.800.793.4793 | www.powerwinch.com

POWERWINCH 36', 41' AND 46' ANCHOR WINCH
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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
and chain.
CAUTION ALWAYS tie off the anchor to a secure mount (e.g. a
deck cleat) for storage and after lowering the anchor. NEVER use the winch
to tie off the anchor.
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.
CAUTION NEVER place foreign objects in the gypsy while
retrieving or free falling the anchor. Serious injury can occur.

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SPECIFICATIONS
DAVIT/BOW ROLLER
This product requires the use of a closed loop davit or bow roller. Davit or bow roller
must be installed prior to installing anchor 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.
FURNISHED MATERIALS:
36' 41' 46'
qty Description qty Description qty Description
1 Anchor Winch 1 Anchor Winch 1 Anchor 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 25A Circuit Breaker 1 25A Circuit Breaker 1 60A Circuit Breaker
1 Switch Plate 1 Switch Plate 1 Switch Plate
4 #10 x 3/4 Screw 4 #10 x 3/4 Screw 4 #10 x 3/4 Screw
1 Switch,DPDT 1 Switch, DPDT 1 Switch, SPDT
1 Relay Module
4 6awg to 8awg splices
2 6" Red Jumper 8awg
2 6" Black Jumper 8awg
1 Mounting Template 1 Mounting Template 1 Mounting Template
REQUIRED MATERIALS (NOT INCLUDED WITH WINCH)
Marine grade plywood for under deck support (optional).
Loctite 242 thread locker or equivalent (optional).
Silicone sealant.
Required Materials for Electrical Installation – 36' and 41' Class
The following items are required for the electrical installation of the 36' and 41'
winch. These items are furnished by the installer.
Qty Description
2 ft 12 awg RED Wire Class 105˚C
2 ft 12 awg BLACK Wire Class 105˚C
70 ft 6 awg RED Wire Class 105˚C 6 awg wire is the "run" wire from anchor to
switch and battery to switch. Length is
based on installation.
70 ft 6 awg BLACK Wire Class 105˚C
10 5/16" 6 awg ring terminals
4 5/16" 12 awg ring terminals
4 1/4" 12 awg insulated female
spade quick disconnects
6 1/4-20 x 1/2 Screws Screws and nuts should be stainless
steel to avoid rust and corrosion.
6 1/4-20 Nuts
Wire ties
2 ft 1" diameter heat shrink
2 ft 2" diameter heat shrink

POWERWINCH 36', 41' AND 46' ANCHOR WINCH
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Required Materials for Electrical Installation – 46' Class
The following items are required for the electrical installation of the 46' winch.
These items are furnished by the installer.
Qty Description
8 ft 16 awg RED Wire Class 105˚C 16 awg wire is used to connect the switch to
the relay module. Wire length is dependent
on installation.
8 ft 16 awg WHITE Wire Class 105˚C
8 ft 16 awg BLACK Wire Class 105˚C
70 ft 6 awg RED Wire Class 105˚C 6 awg wire is the "run" wire from anchor to
relay module and battery to relay module.
Wire length is based on installation.
70 ft 6 awg BLACK Wire Class 105˚C
6 5/16" 6 awg ring terminals
4 3/8" 8-10 awg insulated female
spade quick disconnects
6 1/4" 16 awg insulated female
spade quick disconnects
1 In-Line Fuse Holder
1 10A fuse
2 16 awg butt connectors
2 1/4-20 x 1/2 Screws Screws and nuts should be stainless
steel to avoid rust and corrosion.
2 1/4-20 Nuts
Wire ties
2 ft 1" diameter heat shrink
1 ft 2" diameter heat shrink
ROPE AND CHAIN RODES
This product is designed to raise and lower anchors using spliced rope and chain
rodes (a rode is a length of rope and chain). It is very important that only sizes
and brands of spliced rope and chain rodes specified below are used. Use of
non-specified ropes and chains could cause reduced levels of performance or
serious personal injury and/or property damage.
Recommended Rope and Chain Rodes
MODEL REQUIRED ROPE REQUIRED CHAIN
36' 1/2" Diameter, 3 strand, medium lay, premium
nylon Powerwinch rope or New England Rope 1/4" Acco G4 Hi-Test chain.
41' and 46' 5/8" Diameter, 3 strand, medium lay, premium
nylon Powerwinch rope or New England Rope 5/16" Acco G4 Hi-Test chain.
NOTICE Use only spliced rope and chain rodes. Shackles should never
be used to secure rope to chain. Shackles will damage winch and void warranty.
CAUTION ALWAYS use the recommended rope and chain rode. Use
of different rope can cause property damage and personal injury.
Rope and chain rodes are sold separately and not included with winch.
ROPE LOCKER
The anchor winch must be positioned
above a rope locker. The anchor line and
chain feed into the rope locker through a
deck insert (rode glide) mounted through
the deck. Minimum locker dimensions for
storage of lines are shown.
Line
Dimensions Locker Dimensions L x W x D
1/2" x 200' 15" x 17" x 12"
1/2" x 300' 15" x 24" x 12"
5/8" x 200' 15" x 24" x 12"
5/8" x 300' 16" x 32" x 12"

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MOUNTING THE UNIT
Mounting Template
Centerline
of Davit/Bow Roller
Rode Glide
5/16" Mounting Stud (x3)
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
5/16" Nut
(x3)
Rope Locker
PW46006
Drill Holes as
Shown on Template
(5 total)
BOW OF BOAT
Center Of Rope
Anchor Winch To Davit
5/16"
[7.9mm]
2 5/16"
(58.7mm]
5 1/2"
[139.7mm]
6 7/8"
[174.6mm]
3 1/4"
[82.6mm]
STERN OF BOAT
5/8" Hole Thru
Wire Harness
3/8" Hole Thru
Winch Mounting Hole
(3 Plcs)
3 3/16"
[81mm]
2 1/2" [63.5mm] Hole Thru
P1053900AV Mounting Template

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1. Place the mounting template on the deck in the desired location and secure
with tape.
•The winch must be placed above the rope locker.
•The centerline of the gypsy 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. Place a bead of silicone sealant around the base of the rode guide. Insert
the rode guide into the 2 1/2" hole. The half-moon cut out must face the
davit or bow roller.
5. Use a small amount of thread locker and thread the 5/16-18 x 3 1/2" studs
into the winch. Hand tighten until snug.
6. Align the winch over the rode glide and align the studs with the holes in the
deck. Insert the wires through the hole in the deck. Lower the winch to the
deck.
7. 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.
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.

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36' &41' WIRING
1. Locate a suitable location for
the switch. Ensure that there
is adequate room behind the
mounting surface for the
switch and wiring.
2. Cut a 1" x 1 3/4" hole into the
surface.
3. Press the switch into the
switch plate until the locking
tabs click into place.
4. Cut two (2) each 12" long pieces of the RED and BLACK 12 awg wire.
5. Terminate one end of each wire with a 12awg 1/4" female disconnect.
Ensure that the crimp is solid and cannot pull off.
6. Terminate the other end of each wire with a 12awg 5/16" ring terminal.
7. Connect the wires to the switch using the female disconnects as shown in
the wiring diagram (see next page).
8. Set switch aside.
9. Route one RED and one BLACK 6 awg wire from the anchor 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.
10. At the winch position, terminate the wires from the winch and the ends of
the new wires with 5/16" 6 awg ring terminals.
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.
Anchor
Winch
Green
Black
Red 6awg
Black 6awg
Control
Switch
Black 6awg
PW46004
Ring Terminals
1/4-20 x 1/2
Screw & Nut
Tape or
Heat Shrink
= Mechanical Connection
Red
12awg
Black
12awg
Red 6awg
25A Circuit Breaker
Battery
Black
12awg
Red
12awg
(A) (B)
(C) (D)
Powerwinch
Windlass
To release anchor hold
switch down for 5 seconds
1"
1 3/4"
#10 Pan Head Screw
(4 plcs)
PW46005
Switch Switch Plate
Locking
Tabs

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11. Connect the motor GREEN wire to the new RED wire with a 1/4 -20 screw and nut.
Position the wrap and lightly heat until it shrinks around the terminals.
12. Connect the motor BLACK wire to the new BLACK wire with a 1/4 -20 screw and
nut. Position the wrap and lightly heat until it shrinks around the terminals.
13. At the switch position, terminate the ends of the new wires with 5/16" 6 awg
ring terminals.
14. Connect the switch RED wire to the winch RED wire with a 1/4 -20 screw and nut.
Position the wrap and lightly heat until it shrinks around the terminals.
15. Connect the switch BLACK wire to the winch BLACK wire with a 1/4 -20 screw and
nut. Position the wrap and lightly heat until it shrinks around the terminals.
16. Route 1 RED and 1 BLACK 6 awg 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.
17. At the switch position, terminate the ends of the new wires with 5/16" 6 awg
ring terminals.
18. Connect the switch RED wire to the battery RED wire with a 1/4 -20 screw and nut.
Position the wrap and lightly heat until it shrinks around the terminals.
19. Connect the switch BLACK wire to the battery BLACK wire with a 1/4 -20 screw and
nut. Position the wrap and lightly heat until it shrinks around the terminals.
20. Push the switch and wires into the switch mounting hole. Secure the switch plate
using 4 #10 screws.
21. At the battery location, terminate each wire with a 5/16" ring terminal.
22. Attach the BLACK wire to the negative (-) post of the battery.
23. Attach the RED wire to the post on the circuit breaker.
24. Attach the circuit breaker to the positive (+) post of the battery.

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46' WIRING
1. Locate a suitable location for
the switch. Ensure that there is
adequate room behind the
mounting surface for the switch
and wiring.
2. Cut a 1" x 1 3/4" hole into the
surface.
3. Press the switch into the switch
plate until the locking tabs click
into place. Set switch aside
4. Locate a suitable location for the relay module.
a. The relay should be within 6' of the switch location.
b. The location should be protected from exposure to water.
c. Mount the relay with power terminals facing up.
M1 M2
S2
S1
S3
Anchor
Winch
Black
(from motor)
Red
(from motor)
Black 6awg
Red 6awg
Control Switch
(UP)
(DOWN)
Black 16awg
Red 16awg
10A Inline Fuse
Red 6awg
Black 6awg
60A Circuit Breaker
Relay Module
PW46001
White 16awg
Battery
Ring Terminals
1/4-20 x 1/2
Screw & Nut
Tape or
Heat Shrink
= Mechanical Connection
8awg
6 to 8awg Butt Splice
8awg 6 to 8awg
Butt Splice
5. Route one Black, one RED and one WHITE 16 awg wire from the relay
module 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.
6. At the switch, terminate the ends of the wires with 1/4" 16 awg insulated female
quick disconnects. Attach wires to switch as shown in the wiring diagram.
7. Push the switch and wires into the switch mounting hole. Secure the switch plate
using 4 #10 screws.
8. At the relay, terminate the BLACK and WHITE wires with 1/4" 16awg insulated
female quick disconnects. Attach wires to relay terminals S1 and S2.
9. Using a butt connector attach one end of the in-line fuse holder to the RED wire.
Terminate the other end of the fuse holder with a 1/4" 16 awg insulated female
quick disconnect. Attach fuse to relay terminal S3.
10. If not previously done, insert an ATO style 10A fuse into the in-line fuse holder.
11. Route one RED and one BLACK 6 awg wire from the anchor 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.
Powerwinch
Windlass
To release anchor hold
switch down for 5 seconds
1"
1 3/4"
#8 Pan Head Screw
(4 plcs)
PW46003
Switch Switch Plate
Locking
Tab s