{"title":"Muir VM\/VMC 500\/650 \u0026 VR\/VRC 1000\/1200 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, RCMS fitting and adjustment, chain locker fall, wiring, operation, manual override, servicing, the VM500 parts list and the round deck template for the Muir VM\/VMC 500\/650 and VR\/VRC 1000\/1200 vertical windlasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDocument\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMuir VM\/VMC 500\/650 \u0026amp; VR\/VRC 1000\/1200 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 · 32 pages · 2.3 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\n\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-VM-VMC-500-650-VR-VRC-1000-1200-Vertical-Windlass-Owners-Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwner's Manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePDF · 32 p.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/Muir-VM500-VR-VRC-850-2200-Round-SS-Deck-Template.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRound SS deck template (VM500 \/ VR-VRC 850-2200)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePDF · 1 p.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-btn buy\" href=\"\/products\/mui-mvm500-38\"\u003eBuy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\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-rcms\"\u003eRCMS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-electric\"\u003eWiring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-use\"\u003eOperation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-service\"\u003eService\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-VM-VMC-500-650-VR-VRC-1000-1200-Vertical-Windlass-Owners-Manual-Cover.png\" alt=\"Muir VM\/VMC 500\/650 \u0026amp; VR\/VRC 1000\/1200 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 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 manual\/clutch handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gypsy centre height must be in the same plane as the chain lead; fit a shaped mounting block on an angled or curved deck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark and drill from the template. Fit the supplied nylon insulation gasket between deck (or block) and base, bedded in sealant; on aluminium or steel hulls also insulate bolts, nuts and washers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight or foam-sandwich deck: plywood stiffener of at least 16mm (5\/8\") thickness with large washers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount from above; from below apply Loctite 222 or equivalent and fit washers and nuts on each stud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocate the adaptor, align the holes and fasten with the cap screws (Loctite 222).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease shaft, key and gearbox hub, slide the geardrive on with the key aligned, rotate the gearbox to the preferred position (one of 8) and bolt through the adaptor; fit washers and bolt in the shaft end (Loctite 222).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease all moving parts; protect motor\/gear drive with anti-corrosion film or grease tape. If the motor sits below the chain access hole, a chain pipe extension is required.\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\u003eRound SS deck template (VM500, VR\/VRC 850–2200): drill only one set of holes – 4 holes ø10 on 100 PCD if using deck bolts, or 3 holes ø8.5 on 124 PCD if using deck studs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut-out hole ø71mm, plus a 20 hole for the Auto Anchor sensor (when fitted).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrint with page scaling set to \"none\" or 100%, check the printed 200 mm scale bar, and check the holes with the winch in position before drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum fall: VM\/C 500 \/ 650 300 mm; VR\/C 1000 \/ 1200 450 mm. Lead the chain to the centre of the locker; a redirecting tube should be at least 2 times the chain diameter 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-rcms\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eRope Chain Management System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate the windlass power first; the job takes approximately 5 minutes with Allen keys and a large flat screwdriver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit: remove the chain cover thumb screw and swing the cover clear; loosen the grub screw and pull the finger pin; fit the spring in the finger slot (ends up), refit finger and spring with the pin engaging the upturned spring end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTension: turn the finger pin anti-clockwise to line its slot up with the finger slot, hold against the spring and tighten the grub screw; refit the chain cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust later (if line slips): open the chain cover, loosen the grub screw on the side of the base, turn the screwdriver anti-clockwise to tension and re-tighten the grub screw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuir 3-strand nylon line: soak in fresh water with fabric softener every 3 months; slacken the clutch to clear a jam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 close to battery or switches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolenoid upright, with no exposure to sea water, close to the motor, not in the chain locker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not over-tighten terminal nuts: hold the bottom nut with a second spanner.\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\u003e50 mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mm (3\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height:16px\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWinch model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWiring drawing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVR\/C 1000\/1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 pole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWIRE0085-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVR\/C 1000\/1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 pole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWIRE0086\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\"\u003eOperating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual release: handle in the clutch drive bi-square, turn anti-clockwise; control the chain by tightening clockwise. Fully tighten before retrieving under power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetrieve with the clutch tightened and the handle removed. If the anchor is buried or conditions are heavy, motor slowly forward with a chain stopper in place so the engine breaks the anchor out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt anchor use a chain stopper, bridle or snubber; never use the windlass as a mooring bollard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapstan (VRC models only): secure the rode, release the clutch, then run the capstan by hand or motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark the chain at 2 and 5 metre (6.5' \u0026amp; 16.5') intervals and slow down for the last few metres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eManual Override (MORS)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional on the VR\/VRC 1000-1200. Engage the ratchet drive pawl, tighten the clutch nut clockwise (anti-clockwise on a left-hand winch), put the handle in the offset bi-square and work it: the MOR pawls drive the gypsy, the ratchet pawls hold the load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ratchet pawls are supplied disengaged. To engage: remove clutch nut (and D washer on VR), capstan and key if fitted, loosen the nylon peeler arm, remove chain cover, gypsy with peeler\/stripper, shoulder bolt, ratchet cone and washer; move the pawls to the adjacent slots (keep the springs) and reassemble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block om-grid2\" id=\"om-service\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eStrip \u0026amp; Grease\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVR: remove the clutch nut with the handle and slide off the D washer. VRC: remove the clutch nut and slide off the capstan, keeping the shaft key.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUndo the thumb screw and socket head screw and remove the chain cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the stripper screws and stripper, then the peeler screw and peeler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the gypsy off the main shaft; grease shaft\/cone and gypsy bore before reassembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse after every trip; strip and grease yearly with marine grade grease (no soap-based grease), more often on work and charter boats. The geardrive oil is for life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect motor, gearbox and adaptor with Tectyl underbody film and Denso grease tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreaker on, isolating switch on; battery charged to 12 or 24 volts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoot switch contacting; solenoid contacting (clicking = low voltage, faulty solenoid or loose wire); wiring intact; motor brushes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClutch tightened with the handle; finger spring tension if the line slips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive keys between gearbox output and main shaft, and between gearbox and motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic motor: contact a Muir service agent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-parts\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eEasyweigh VM500 Parts (manual drawing K08-EASVM500; quantity in brackets where more than one)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart no.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP07-CLNBRZVR01000A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClutch nut bronze VR1000A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP23-BRZ050.8022.305\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e'D' washer bronze 2\" × 7\/8\" × 5MM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP22-BSEBRZ00500ER\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase bronze VM\/C500 round\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR61-CSTRATPAWL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePawl cast steel ratchet (2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS36-SPR304PWLATL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring ratchet pawl Atlantic 1000 (2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS45-30409.52013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew SHCS SS304 3\/8 inch × 0-1\/2 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP13-BRZVR\/C1000ER\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePawl bronze VR\/C1000E round base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS75-NYL09.52\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWasher nylon 3\/8 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP05-PLRBRZ1000ER\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeeler bronze VR\/C1000E round base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS33-30406.35019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew CSK SL MT 304 0-1\/4 × 0-3\/4 inch (2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF90-HANHDPE200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle HDPE 8\" (200mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP08-CNEBRZVR1000A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCone ratchet bronze VR1000A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP21-NOV046.0025.005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWasher Novasteen 46 × 25 × 4.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS47-30406.4019.1005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew shoulder SS304 1\/4 × 3\/4 × 3\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP24-STD3040600A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStud SS304 M8 × 76mm, 2 washers \u0026amp; nut (4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca class=\"om-ask\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us to source it →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eExploded views for the VMC500, VM650\/VMC650 and VR1000\/VRC1200, and the wiring diagrams, are scanned drawings in the manual PDF. The gypsy is chosen to suit your chain: ask us to source parts by item and drawing number.\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\u003eA circuit breaker must be fitted. Not covered: normal wear, neglect, improper installation or service by anyone other than an authorised Muir representative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eThis document covers the Muir models named above, as printed in the PDF. The Muir windlasses we stock today are listed below; motor ratings and parts can differ between generations, so check the model plate and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eask us\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering spares.\u003c\/p\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":[{"product_id":"mui-mvm500-38","title":"Muir  Manual Windlass Easyweigh, Low Profile, 3\/8\"HT Gypsy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Muir Easyweigh Manual Windlass is the ideal non-powered anchoring solution for boats. This low-profile, single-speed windlass provides reliable manual operation, perfect for vessels without a robust electrical system or as a dependable backup. It features rugged bronze and stainless steel construction for durability and is equipped with a gypsy designed for 3\/8\" HT chain. Its simple, lever-action operation makes anchoring effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Part # \u003cspan\u003eMUI-MVM500-38\u003c\/span\u003e | Mfr. Part # \u003cspan\u003eMVM500-3\/8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Muir","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50621407625522,"sku":"MUI-MVM500-38","price":1237.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/files\/MUIR_-_2025-12-04T122827.336.jpg?v=1764869316"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4908\/2930\/collections\/Muir-VM-VMC-500-650-VR-VRC-1000-1200-Vertical-Windlass-Owners-Manual-Cover.png?v=1792709125","url":"https:\/\/www.mauripro.com\/collections\/owners-manuals-muir-vm-vmc-500-650-vr-vrc-1000-1200-windlass.oembed","provider":"MAURIPRO Sailing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}