South Pacific Industrial VS1500 Quick start guide

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Owner’s Installation & Operation Manual
Please read this user manual carefully before using the product
Model: VS1500 & VS1500C
04/2011
South Pacific Industrial Pty Ltd. Australia
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www.southpacific.com.au

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CONTENTS
I FEATURES
II PACKAGE CONTENTS
III SPECIFICATIONS
IV INSTALLATION
V OPERATION
VI MAINTENANCE
VII WARRANTY
VIII IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IX PARTS LIST
I FEATURES
 Self tailing rope and chain stainless steel gypsy
 Efficient spur gears which provide tremendous lifting capacity
 Heavy duty DC motor with long life and high output torque
 High efficient permanent magnet motor with low current draw
 Built-in spring buffer gear can absorb sudden impact
 One-Piece design with no separate parts, easy to install
 Strong structure and long performance life
 Pre install chain counter magnet

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II PACKAGE CONTENTS
 WINDLASS
 SOLENOID
 UP/DOWN SWI CH
 USER MANUAL
 MOUN ING EMPLA E
 HARDWARES : Screw M10 × 100mm
Nut M10
Flat Washer M10
Split Washer M10
× 1
× 1
× 1
× 1
× 1
× 3
× 3
× 3
× 3
III SPECIFICATIONS
VS1500/VS1500C
Suit Boats Size 40ft ~ 60ft
Handle Anchor Size 60 lb
Comparable Model 1500W Model
Input Voltage DC 12V or 24V
Max. Working Load 80kg(1500lb)
ypical Working Load 120kg(265lb)
Retrieval Speed 16m(53ft)/min.
Pay-out Speed 18m(60ft)/min.
Continuous Working ime
Max. 15 minute
ypical Current Draw 45A(12V) or 22A(24V)
Motor ype Permanent magnet
Motor Wattage I/O 1500W/700W
Motor Efficiency 82%

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Gear ype / Efficiency Spur Gear/92%~97%
Chain and Rope Size Please refer to the chart below
Dimension
250Lx160Wx340(420)H mm
Weight: without Capstan
with Capstan
16.0kg(35
lb)
18.0kg(40lb)
It is very important to choose the correct type of rope and chain to
ensure proper operation of the windlasses.
Rope- Must use three strand, medium-lay. We recommend Filament
Polyester, Premium Nylon or Silver rope (Australia). Do not use soft
rope. Soft rope (either polyester or nylon) will slip and cause a
rope jam in the gypsy. It will also lock the gypsy and cause the circuit
breaker to pop-up often.
Chain- Must ensure that the inside length p1 is suitable for the gypsy.
Otherwise, the chain will jam (too small) or jump (too big) in the
gypsy and eventually damage the release arm.
Note: he rope size indicated is its actual diameter measured.

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IV INSTALLATION
1. OOLS REQUIRED
Drill Adjust spanner Jig saw File
2. PLANE
a.
First of all, a suitable bow roller must be installed to support
the anchor, chain and rope.
b. A bollard or snubbing device should
be installed between the bow roller
and windlass to tie the rope on while
anchored or s
ecuring the anchor in the
fully-raised position.
c. If you are using only chain, a chain
stopper should be installed between
the bow roller and the windlass to take
the drag force away from the windlass
while anchored.

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d. Ensure there is a drain in the chain locker and always keep it
clear to prevent the water level rising and make sure the chain
locker is deep enough to store the rope and chain. If the anchor
well is not deep enough the rope and chain will build very
quickly and block the entrance.
3. CONS RUC ION
a. Place the windlass on the deck and find a suitable position for it,
with reference to the vessel’s bow roller, rope and chain locker
below.
b. Place the mounting template on the deck in the desired position
for the windlass and hold it in place using adhesive tape.
c. Use a 12mm (1/2") diameter drill to make three holes for the
mounting screws.
d. With a jig saw, cut the hole for the gear box, rope and chain to
pass through. Use a file to smooth any rough edges. o avoid
water absorption by the deck, apply paint to the cut hole edges
e. Place the sealant EVA form underneath
the base of windlass then
insert nut, split lock washer, flat washer into the screw and
secure the windlass firmly to the deck from below.

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f. Mount control device at a suitable position either in the cabin or
close to the operating area.
g. Connect the windlass, control unit and power source using
electric cable indicated below. Keep the power supply cable as
short as possible. oo thin and/or too much length of electric
cable will reduce the performance of the windlass or cause the
circuit breaker to work incorrectly.
h. he basic control device is included with the package, please
refer to the connection diagram below.

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If the winding direction is not as desired, please change over the
wires from the windlass to the solenoid K-200.
4. ANCHOR ROPE AND CHAIN
o splice the rope to the chain, please follow the steps below.
Do not use a hook or shackle.

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S EP 1:
Unravel the end of the rope for about 20cm and
secure the end of the strands with tape.
S EP 2:
Pass three strands through the last link of the
anchor chain. Untwist the rope to raise a strand
just below the tie on the standing part of the
rope and insert one strand under it, then pull the
strand through. wist the strand to keep it
tightly wound as you pull it through.
S EP 3:
ake the next strand on the left. uck it under
the next strand to the right of the one under
which the first strand was tucked. Pull it
through as before.
S EP 4:
Now turn the whole eye over. ake the last
strand and make the tuck as before under the
only strand on the standing part of the rope not
used yet. Stop and ensure that each working
strand has gone over a strand and under a
strand, and that the whole lot is pulled tight and
twisted in its natural sense. No two strands
should come from under the same strand.

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S EP 5:
For the remained rounds of tucks, take each end
over one strand and under the next one to the
right, in the same order as before.
S EP 6:
o finish, pull the ends tight. Cut the excess off
with a hot knife. A good way to do this is by
heating a butter knife with a butane torch, or a
gas stove if handy. his cuts and seals the
individual strands resulting in an excellent
fray-less finish.
S EP 7:
After you’ve spliced the rope to the chain, tie
both ends of the splice rope to prevent the rope
from loosening.
V OPERATING
1. During operation, if the circuit breaker bounces it means the motor
is overloaded. After about 10 seconds, press the button to reset.
2 Pay out the rope and chain approximate 2~3 times the water’s
depth for a firm casting while being anchored.

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3. Keep limbs, fingers, clothing and hair clear of the windlass and
anchor to avoid possible personal injury during operation.
4.
Tie the anchor rope firmly to the bollard when the anchor is cast
and the boat is moored. Do not allow the windlass to take the
force of a boat’s drag. If using all chain, a chain stopper is
necessary between the bow roller and windlass to take the force of
the boat’s drag.
5. When retracting the anchor, untie the rope from the bollard. hen
move the boat to the position just above the anchor by boat ‘s
engine power(not by the windlass power)
and switch on the windlass to lift it back. When the anchor is close
to the bow roller, slow down the roll in by pausing the switch.

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NO E: he windlass is designed to lift the anchor, rather than to
drag the boat or for mooring.
6. If the anchor is stuck on the seabed or reef, detach it by the boat’s
engine power before operating the windlass or else it may cause
damage or overstrain the windlass.
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After use, secure the anchor firmly in place in the boat by extra
devices (such as hook, shackle…) to avoid damage caused by
anchor falling during transport or taxi.
8. he anchor windlass is not designed for continuous operation. Do
not use for more than 15 minutes at a time under loading. Allow an
interval of 20~30minutes after each operation.
9. For windlasses with capstan model only:
You may operate gypsy and capstan separately by loosening the
nut on the top of the capstan approx. one turn and the windlass
drive shaft will turn only the capstan.
10. Emergency manual retrieval:
If there is a power failure or unit failure, you can loose the nut on
the top of windlass and attach a handle bar to the gypsy for manual
operation.

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11. he chain tunnel cover can be opened by lifting it up and turning it
sideway.
★OPERATING SAFETY IS THE FIRST PRIORITY★
VI MAINTENANCE
1. he V Series windlasses come with a sealed grease lubricated
gear box. here is no need for extra lubrication.
2. In order to allow the windlass to perform at optimum capacity
and extend its life, use fresh water to wash off salt water after
each use.
3. Always keep the chain locker drain clear to prevent water
damage on the motor.

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VII WARRANTY
1. he warranty is effective only under conditions of normal
operation, maintenance and without modification of the
product.
2. CLAIMS
If the product needs servicing, please send it back (or bring it
to us) with the proof of purchase and we will investigate the
product free of charge before repairing. However, the cost of
postage or removal from the boat will be borne by the owner.
3. LIMI A IONS AND EXCLUSIONS
he warranty will be deemed effective only if used on a
non-commercial basis and will be invalid under the following
conditions:
a. Operation exceeds the designed specifications
b. Use for purposes other than indicated
c. Disassembly or modification of the product
d. Installation of other parts on the product
e.
hird party products even if associated or used together with
this product.
VIII IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. In every circumstance, the operator must make safety the first
priority. An inexperienced person or a child should not operate
this product. he manufacturer takes no responsibility for any
damage, property loss, or injury caused from improper
operation.

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2. If a product is accepted for refunding, the manufacturer is not
responsible for any renovation of the boat.

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IX PARTS LIST:
Parts No.
Item: VS1500(C)
1
R0354
-
R
Capstan Nut
R0354
-
L
Gypsy Nut
2
R0353
Washer
M24x0.5
usu
3
R0378
Capstan
4
R0372
Capstan So ket
5
R0369
Gypsy
Cover
6
R0360
Gypsy 10mm
R0380
Gypsy 8mm
7
R0351
-
40
S rew M8x40
sus
8
R0028
Washer M8x1.0
9
R0357
-
8
Tension Arm 8mm
R0357
-
10
Tension Arm 10mm
10
R0382
Tension Arm Spring
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R0197
-
15
S rew M6x15
12
R0142
Washer M6x0.5
13
R0358
-
8
Release Ar
m 8mm
R0358
-
10
Release Arm 10mm
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R0370
Gypsy Spring
15
R0375
Gypsy Hub
16
R0389
Oil seal 30x
55x7
17
R0464
V15 Main Drive Shaft
18
R0364
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C
V15C
Main Drive Shaft
19
R0095
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I
Key 6x15
20
R0356
Chain Tunnel Cover
21
R0355
Base
22
R0388
Ball Bearin
g 30x
55x13
23
R0069
-
30
S lip 30
mm
24
R0361
#4 gear set
25
R0003
-
18
Bush 18mm
26
R0368
#3 Shaft
27
R0366
#3 Gear
28
R0349
Wash M12x0.5
29
R0027
Nut M8
30
R0384
Spring
31
R0351
-
30
S rew M8x30
32
R0377
#2 Shaft So ket
33
R0367
#2 Shaft
34
R0365
#
2 Gear
35
R0393
Washer M8x0.3
36
R0381
Gear Box Gasket
37
R0317
-
15
S rew M6x15
38
R0362
Gear Box
39
R0197
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40
S rew M6x40(65)
sus
40
R0385
Motor Gasket
41
R0359
Motor
42
R0390
Ele tri Brake
43
R0350
Key 4x10
44
R0069
-
9
S
-
Clip M
9
45
R0391
O
-
ring
46
R0363
Brake Cover
47
R0394
S rew M4x55
sus
48

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