Quick Prince DP2L Vertical Windlass — Installation & User's Manual
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Technical data, installation, wiring, use, maintenance and the parts list of the Quick Prince DP2 L 770 vertical windlass (350 W, 12 V).
DocumentQuick Prince DP2L Vertical Windlass Installation & User's Manual
FormatPDF · 14 pages · 1.3 MB
LanguageEnglish
Technical Data
| DP2L 770 | |
|---|---|
| Model power | 350W |
| Motor voltage | 12V |
| Maximum instantaneous pull | 350 kg (770 lb) |
| Maximum work load | 84 kg (185 lb) |
| Work load | 40 kg (88 lb) |
| Current at work load | 20 A |
| Maximum recovery speed | 20 m/min (67 ft/min) |
| Recovery speed at work load | 17 m/min (56 ft/min) |
| Minimum motor cable section | 16 mm² (AWG5) |
| Circuit breaker | 40 A |
| Deck thickness | 20 ÷ 40 mm (25/32" ÷ 1" 9/16) |
| Weight without drum | 6,3 Kg (18,3 lb) (as printed) |
| Gypsy | Chain | Rope |
|---|---|---|
| 6 mm | 6mm DIN 766, 6mm ISO | 1/2" |
| 7 mm - 1/4" | 7 mm DIN 766, 7 mm ISO, 1/4" G4, 1/4" BBB | 1/2" |
Model code DP2 L 770 350 12: series, instant pull (lb), power (W), voltage (V). Current after an initial period of use; speeds with a 6 mm chain gypsy; cable section for L < 20 m. Rope values refer to three-strand polyester with a Quick rope/chain splice.
In the Box & Tools
- Windlass (top + gearmotor), reversing contactor box, base gasket, lever, manual, warranty and drilling template.
- Drill bit Ø 9 mm (23/64"); hole saws Ø 58 mm (2" 9/32) and Ø 120 mm (4" 23/32); 10 mm and 13 mm wrenches.
- Recommended: control board (mod. 800), HRC 1002 panel, foot switch (900), WCB breaker, CHC 1102M / CHC 1202M counters, RRC R02 / P02 / H02.
Requirements & Fitting
- Gypsy aligned with the bow roller; positive chain tilt up to 10° at the roller, up to 5° to the deck. Excess negative tilt fouls the base.
- Deck faces parallel, thickness within the table; nothing obstructing the chain below deck (the drawing shows 40 cm (16") of drop).
- Drill with the template, seal the chain hole (marine paint, epoxy resin or gel), fit the gasket, insert the shaft into the gearbox, tighten the stud nuts (8÷10 Nm in the drawing) and wire to the reversing contactor.
Wiring
- Reversing contactor unit T6411-12 (12V); control fuse 4A (12V); hydraulic-magnetic breaker per the data table.
- Total cable length L = L1 + L2 + L3 + L4 + L5.
Cautions, Use & Troubleshooting
- Quick windlasses are designed to weigh the anchor only, not to hold loads from storm conditions. Always deactivate the windlass when not in use and check for swimmers before dropping anchor.
- Fit at least two controls in case one is damaged; use a Quick hydraulic-magnetic (or thermal-magnetic) delayed-action DC breaker as motor protection – it also isolates the control circuit.
- Mount the (reversing) contactor box where it is protected from water.
- Once anchored, take the chain onto a chain stopper or bollard; the windlass must never be the only securing device. Isolate it during navigation and secure the chain or rope to a fixed point.
- Make sure the motor cannot be powered when working the windlass by hand: a remote control (handheld or radio) could start it. Never run it electrically with the handle in the drum or gypsy cover.
Clutch
The clutch cones link the gypsy to the main shaft. Insert the handle in the drum bush or gypsy cover and turn it counter-clockwise to release the clutch; clockwise to re-engage it.
Weighing & Casting
- Weighing: start the engine, check the clutch is engaged, remove the handle and press UP. Watch the last few metres of chain to avoid damaging the bow.
- Casting by hand: release the clutch and let the gypsy run; turn the handle counter-clockwise to slow the chain.
- Casting electrically: press DOWN for a controlled, even release.
- Once anchored, take the load off the windlass: fasten the chain or secure it to a strong point with a rope.
Troubleshooting
- Windlass stops but the breaker has not tripped: wait a few seconds and try again – do not keep the button pressed.
- Breaker tripped: reset it and wait a few minutes before weighing again.
- Still blocked after several attempts: move the boat to free the anchor.
Maintenance & Components
- Yearly: remove the gypsy cover (2) with the handle (1), the top clutch cone (3), open the chain guide cover (7), undo the screws (5), remove the gypsy (4) and the clutch washer (6).
- Clean, grease the shaft thread and the gypsy cone seats with marine grease; clean and grease the motor and contactor terminals. Disassemble the gearmotor only when cold, by qualified personnel.
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Straight windlass lever - nylon |
| 2 | Gypsy cover |
| 3 | Upper clutch cone |
| 4 | Complete gypsy DP2 |
| 5 | Screw |
| 6 | Lower washer |
| 7 | Chain guide cover DP2 |
| 8 | Stud |
| 9 | Washer |
| 10 | Serrated washer |
| 11 | Nut |
| 12 | Oil seal |
| 13 | Bearing |
| 14 | External snap ring |
| 15 | Shaft DP2L |
| 16 | Key |
| 17 | Shaft wheel |
| 18 | External snap ring |
| 19 | First axle wheels |
| 20 | Second axis wheels |
| 21 | Spine |
| 22 | Crankcase gasket |
| 23 | Base gasket |
| 24 | Screws |
| 25 | Gearmotor |
The manual lists components without order codes: ask us to source DP2 L parts by item number.
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