Selden Furlex 404E — Supplementary Manual

Electrical

Main dimensions (mm)

Above deck (404E / 404S retrofit)

• Check space (anchor work); extension links are available for more clearance below the unit.
• The forestay attachment must take the torque load: use only the Furlex Electric torque toggle and optional extension link (dimensions below).
• 404S retrofit: remove the drum unit from the stay. Remove circlip, washer, balls and ball-bearing ring without lifting the line drum (the top main bearing would open). Wiggle off the line drum, grease the rollers, slide on the new hub. Refit with the new circlip; if axial play exceeds 0.5mm fit shim 164-459 between washer and circlip. Never re-use the circlip.
• Slide the swivel over the terminal, fit the adaptor halves, then fit the motor unit so the bronze gear engages the carriers in the hub. The motor unit can be turned 90° to suit the forestay fitting; fit clevis pin and split pin, then toggle and optional link.

Through deck (404TDE / TD retrofits)

• Leave space for the emergency line driver. The TDE forestay attachment is not designed for the torque load: a torque stay from the bracket on the housing to the side of the hull is required (without it the forestay fitting may break). Maximum working load on the torque bracket: 3800N.
• Turn the centre shaft via the upper toggle until its holes align with one of the four holes in the holder; check the two locking screws fit.
• Fit the swivel without the motor unit and set the tack-ring-to-deck-fitting gap to approx. 5 mm at the front (eye of tack ring pulled up). The 404TDE has no locking nut.
• Fit swivel through deck fitting and motor unit, fit the two locking screws with locking adhesive, then clevis pin and split pin.
• Bond the torque bracket to the hull on the port side, perpendicular to the drive unit, with a structural adhesive. Mark the torque stay, drill ø6.5mm for the clevis pin and cut off the excess leaving => 10mm of material beyond the hole.
• 400TD retrofit: fit the carriers, holder H and insulator (45° mounting possible), locking adhesive on all eight screws; adjust the 5 mm gap with the bronze nut D.

Normal operation

• Control current must be on (except emergency). Push IN or OUT for low speed; hold the first button and press the second for high speed.
• Unfurl: release the windward sheet, one turn of the leeward sheet on a winch, push OUT and gradually tension the sheet; go back to low speed just before fully out.
• Furl: keep light resistance on the leeward sheet; close hauled gives the best wind angle.
• Never use Furlex Electric for sheeting. Use a furling jib cover when leaving the boat.

Emergency furling

1. Switch the electric power off.
2. Insert the line driver in the ½" socket (starboard side) and turn the knob clockwise.
3. Pull the endless line to rotate the furler, or use the emergency crank.
4. Remove the line driver or crank before switching power back on: it will rotate rapidly in normal operation.

Maintenance

• Frequently: rinse with fresh water (including a TDE in the anchor box) and check the anchor-box drainage.
• Yearly: check the lower swivel turns freely and the worm gear works (emergency handle); check for oil or grease leaks; protect bronze with anti-corrosion spray; grease the swivel bearings; inspect hose, connection box and cables.
• Every 5th year (more often for charter and long-distance use): motor-unit service by an authorized Selden dealer – cleaning, new seals, re-greasing of gear and bearings.
• Warranty: 2 years.

Replacing the belt, 404E/TDE (597-621-E)

Belt 549-633, kit no. 549-633-01R. Tools: Torx T30, hex key 6mm, flat screwdriver 6-8mm, grease, thread-locking adhesive.

1. Rinse the drive unit, remove the port-side cover and discard the seal; wipe the sealing surfaces.
2. Loosen motor screws (1) and (2) about 1/2 a turn to release belt tension; remove the belt.
3. Fit the new belt, lever the screwdriver in recess (3) against the housing to tension it, lock with screw (2). The belt should move ~1-2mm. Tighten screws (1) and (2) hard.
4. Grease both sides of the new seal, seat it in the housing recess, fit the cover with locking adhesive on the screws; tighten evenly 1/2-3/4 turn past finger-tight. Do not over-tighten.