{"title":"Muir Easyweigh V900 Vertical Windlass — Owner's Manual","description":"\u003clink rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/om-manual-v2.css\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.mpom .om-tbl.nw td+td{white-space:nowrap}.mpom details.om-dd{position:relative;margin:0}.mpom details.om-dd\u003esummary{list-style:none;cursor:pointer}.mpom details.om-dd\u003esummary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.mpom .om-dd-menu{position:absolute;left:0;top:calc(100% + 6px);min-width:100%;width:max-content;max-width:360px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e3e5e8;border-radius:6px;box-shadow:0 8px 24px rgba(0,0,0,.14);z-index:30;padding:6px}.mpom .om-dd-menu a{display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:14px;padding:10px 12px;border-radius:4px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:#2a2b2a!important;text-decoration:none!important}.mpom .om-dd-menu a:hover{background:#f5f6f8}.mpom .om-dd-menu small{font-weight:400;color:#5f6368;white-space:nowrap}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"mpom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-head\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"om-tag\"\u003eOWNER'S MANUAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp class=\"om-lead\"\u003eInstallation, chain locker fall, wiring, clutch use, anchoring, servicing, parts and the 1:1 deck template for the Muir Easyweigh V900 316 stainless steel vertical windlass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDocument\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMuir Easyweigh V900 Vertical Windlass Owner's Manual\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFormat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePDF · 18 pages · 1.4 MB\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\" style=\"border-bottom:0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLanguage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnglish\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-acts\"\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"om-dd\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"om-btn dl\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.4\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 4v11\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"m7 10 5 5 5-5\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 20h14\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Download PDF ▾\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"om-dd-menu\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Muir-Easyweigh-V900-Vertical-Windlass-Owners-Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwner's Manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePDF · 18 p.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Muir-Easyweigh-V900-Deck-Template.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eV900 deck template (1:1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePDF · 1 p.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-toc\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#om-install\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-electric\"\u003eWiring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-use\"\u003eOperation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-parts\"\u003eParts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-warranty\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-products\"\u003eProducts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Muir-Easyweigh-V900-Vertical-Windlass-Owners-Manual-Cover.png\" alt=\"Muir Easyweigh V900 Vertical Windlass — Owner's Manual\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block om-grid2\" id=\"om-install\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocate the windlass centrally fore and aft with an unhindered chain lead to the anchor roller. The chain runs onto the starboard side of the gypsy, wraps around 180° and falls below deck through the chain pipe. Leave room for the full swing of the manual clutch handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gypsy centre height must be in the same plane as the chain lead from the bow roller; fit a shaped mounting block on an angled or curved deck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark the mounting centres from the template and cut\/drill the holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBed in sealant and tighten nuts and washers under the deck; remove excess sealant. Insulate aluminium or steel hulls with a non-conductive gasket, also below deck. Light or foam-sandwich deck: stiffener of at least 16mm (5\/8\") with large diameter washers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount from above, then fit washers and nuts from below. Grease all moving parts with lithium\/Teflon based grease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eDeck Template \u0026amp; Fall\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV900 deck template, scale 1:1 with a cm scale bar: base outline 190 × 129, central cut-out ø90, 4 holes ø9 on ø120, and a chain slot (R20 ends, 16 between centres) on the chain-in\/rope-out side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint at 100% and check the scale bar before cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical windlasses work best with a greater fall: at least 300mm from the top of the stacked rode, especially with nylon line. Lead the chain to the centre of the locker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the chain falls in the wrong place, fit a metal tube under the hawser, at least 1 ½ times the chain width and as vertical as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-electric\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eElectrical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit breaker must be fitted to keep the warranty; it is not an isolating switch. Isolating switch accessible, near battery or switches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck switches to port, starboard or behind the windlass, reachable with foot or knee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle or dual direction; solenoid packages with toggle switch, hand pendant or Auto Anchor available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolenoid (required for deck switches): upright, minimal sea water exposure, close to the motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect wiring can cause failure and a fire hazard; the layout sketches in the manual are not wiring diagrams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height:16px\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistance battery to motor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAWG\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 m (23')\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 mm (5\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9–17 m (30'–55')\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mm (3\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block om-grid2\" id=\"om-use\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eClutch \u0026amp; Anchoring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClutch: insert the handle in the drum bush or gypsy cover and turn counterclockwise to disengage, clockwise to engage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighing anchor: engine on, clutch engaged, handle removed, press UP. If the windlass stops without tripping the breaker, wait a few seconds and try again; do not hold the button. If the breaker tripped, reset it and wait a few minutes. If it still will not lift, move the boat to free the anchor. Watch the last few meters to protect the bow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting: manually by disengaging the clutch (turn the handle clockwise to slow the chain), or under power with DOWN for an even, controlled lay. Once anchored, fasten the chain or secure it with a rope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch off the motor power before working on the windlass manually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use the windlass as a mooring bollard; use a snubber or chain stopper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Troubleshooting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash salt deposits off with fresh water periodically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuir 3-strand nylon line: soak in fresh water with fabric softener every 3 months; on a rope jam slacken the clutch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrical checks: breaker and isolator, battery 12 or 24 volts, foot switch, solenoid (clicking = low voltage, faulty solenoid or loose wire), wiring, motor brushes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical checks: drive keys between gearbox and motor and on the main shaft, clutch tightened with the handle, finger spring tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-parts\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eV900 Exploded View\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Muir-V900-Windlass-Exploded-View-Parts.png\" alt=\"Muir Easyweigh V900 windlass exploded view with item numbers\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border:1px solid #e3e5e8;border-radius:6px;margin:0\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGypsy cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaft assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClutch cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanet gear assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBush\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTC oil seal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew hex hd M5×20 (4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring for pressure lever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure lever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChain guide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew two-hd M8×70 (4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChain guide cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWasher plate 08 (4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew hex hd M4×40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWasher spring 08 (4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew hex hd M6×20 (2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNut MS (4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearing 6204\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eMuir prints no part numbers for the V900: ask us to source a part with the item number and description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-warranty\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 years for the first owner from the date of purchase; 1 year for charter or hire vessels; twelve months for electric motors\/controls, hydraulic pumps\/controls\/valves, weather seals and charter\/hire\/commercial use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoid if the vessel lies directly on the windlass without a chain stopper; a circuit breaker must be fitted. Register the product with its serial number; defective product goes back to Muir for inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eNeed a part that isn't listed? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it\u003c\/a\u003e and quote the part number from the PDF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\" id=\"om-products\"\u003eProducts in this Manual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/collections\/Muir-Easyweigh-V900-Vertical-Windlass-Owners-Manual-Cover.png?v=1792709289","url":"https:\/\/www.mauripro.com\/collections\/owners-manuals-muir-easyweigh-v900-windlass.oembed","provider":"MAURIPRO Sailing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}