{"title":"Sleipner Windlass Control Unit (WCU) — Installation \u0026 User 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\"\u003eSpecifications, functions, configuration, fault codes, troubleshooting and installation of the Sleipner Windlass Control Unit (WCU, 150800) that runs the MINI, MIDI and MAXI windlasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDocument\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSleipner Windlass Control Unit (WCU) Installation \u0026amp; 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user manual – WCU (older edition, multilingual)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePDF · 16 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-specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-use\"\u003eFunctions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-config\"\u003eConfiguration \u0026amp; Faults\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-trouble\"\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#om-install\"\u003eInstallation\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\/Sleipner-Windlass-Control-Unit-WCU-150800-Manual-Cover.png\" alt=\"Sleipner Windlass Control Unit (WCU) — Installation \u0026amp; User Manual\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block om-grid2\" id=\"om-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-31 VDC \/ max 7 Watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–20°C to +70°C [–4°F to +158°F]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–40°C to +85°C [–40°F to +176°F]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 g [1.8 lb]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum motor current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl \/ end-stop terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2 to 1.5 mm² [16 to 24 AWG] cage clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor \/ battery terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM6 bolt terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003emm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003einch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWCU length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.48\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional WCU length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e212\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.35\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWCU height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e167\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWCU width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional WCU width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e(a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistance of attachment holes (width)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.87\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e(b)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistance of attachment holes (height)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.74\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic detection of 12V or 24V systems; programmable windlass type (Mini \/ Midi \/ Maxi \/ Maxi Chain).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLEDs for power, program, failure and end stop; PWM speed control and motor soft start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver-current limiting and a motor-overheat algorithm (there is no physical temperature sensor in the motor).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced speed and force after the first end stop; two end stops detected by metal wire on the rope (no end stop on Maxi Chain).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower relays disconnect the motor when idle or after a fault; delayed start on \"OUT\" against unwanted operation; physically separated terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree fall: \"Down\" releases the rope so the anchor drops under its own weight – anchor weight and bracket must allow it to fall out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-use\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eOperations and Functions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat happens\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain power on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFan runs 1 sec; previous windlass mode kept; error codes reset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe unit does not remember where the anchor is after being unpowered: a normal IN is not possible right after power-up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOUT pressed (or held)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRope windlass: free fall engages, motor runs 1 sec then stops. Chain windlass: runs out as long as OUT is held\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not press UP before the anchor is on the bottom; some bracket angles need help to release the anchor. 1 second pause before reversing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIN pressed briefly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchor pulled slightly in; rope no longer disengaged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse to adjust or lock the rope; make the rope fast to the boat to hold the anchor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIN pressed and held\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0-100% speed in 3 sec until release or first end stop; pull speed 20-25 m \/ min depending on load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong heavy runs or near-stalls can trip the protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst end stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindlass stops; anchor can be dropped again or pulled in at reduced speed and limited power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet it with the anchor approx 1 meter below the surface so you can wash it\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecond end stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindlass stops; dropping is only possible after the main power is cut (reset)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet it so the anchor sits correctly in the bracket with the rope tight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble-tap with hold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow IN at 40% speed (approximately 8 m \/ min), reduced power, max. 30sec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe only way to pull in directly after power-up (firmware 1.008; normal IN from 1.007)\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-config\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eConfiguring Windlass Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress and hold \"Config\" for 3 seconds until the Power and Fault LEDs blink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress \"Config\" to cycle through the windlass types until the Mode LEDs show the right pattern: NOT SET, MINI ROPE, MIDI ROPE, MAXI ROPE, MAXI CHAIN, MHPP ROPE or MIDI COMBI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe controller returns to normal operation after 3 seconds of inactivity; check the pattern (also printed on the back of the terminal covers).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eMHPP ROPE is for specific installations only and can damage the windlass if not required. MIDI COMBI (chain or chain-and-rope rode) needs controller firmware V1.013 or newer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eFault Codes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWhen the \"Fault\" LED is lit, the Mode LEDs (visible with the terminal cover removed) show the last fault: Low Voltage, Motor Overload, Controller Overtemp, Motor Overtemp, Controller Overload or Runtime Exceeded. Some faults inhibit operation, others allow continued use.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eController Overload after installation with the motor not turning and a relay clicking: check wiring A1, A2, D1 and D2 between motor and controller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor Overload: reduce the load; if it trips at light load suspect a mechanical failure. Controller\/Motor Overtemp: let it cool down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRuntime Exceeded: OUT or IN continuous for more than 5 minutes (protection against faulty control signals); it can be re-activated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-trouble\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-tbl nw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSymptom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIndication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindlass does not operate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\"Power\" LED not lit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck the main switch\/breaker is engaged, the battery fuses, cables and terminal tightness; measure battery voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindlass does not operate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\"Power\" LED lit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurn on the panel \/ remote control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRuns only 0,5 seconds when pressing \"IN\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck control panel connections: IN and OUT signals may be swapped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\"OUT\" does not engage free fall, or \"IN\" runs the motor but the gypsy does not turn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwap motor cables D1 and D2 on the control unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoor performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\"Low voltage\" (below 9V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasure battery voltage while operating; below 11V\/22V charge the batteries. If the battery is fine, the cable voltage drop to the motor terminals should be less than 1V when running\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReleases anchor but does not wind in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck the end-stop sensor is not active (End Stop LED on the control unit or in the sensor) and its connections; the sensor LED should be off with no metal in front of it\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinds past the end stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck the end-stop wire\/ring on the rope is intact and lights the End Stop LED; adjust the sensor closer to the rope if necessary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReleases anchor but stops immediately on \"IN\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\"Low voltage\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA weak battery can read 12\/24V at rest but dip when the motor starts, falsely triggering the end-stop sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbnormal noise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe windlass must be serviced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRope not wound in \/ anchor not released\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRope slipping in the gypsy or anchor not leaving the bracket: check the mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eIf the windlass still does not work normally after these checks, the fault is in the windlass itself: contact your dealer. Disconnect the main switch\/breaker whenever working on the windlass mechanical parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"om-block\" id=\"om-install\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"om-h\"\u003eInstalling the Control Unit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the unit on a dry surface close to the windlass motor with the cables protruding downwards; its stand-off mounts keep condensation out and ventilate it. Not for areas with flammable fumes or gases; not protected against water ingress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the cable terminal cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the cables with good-quality ring terminals (6mm bolt hole), spacers and washers in the order shown; tighten the terminals to maximum 8 Nm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefit the terminal cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"om-note\"\u003eThis guide gives 8 Nm for the terminals; the windlass installation guides and their wiring pages say maximum 5Nm (as printed). Wiring: panels 86-08950 \/ 86-08955 via the 150810 contact unit (black V−, blue IN, grey OUT, red V+); cable sizes MINI\/MIDI A+B+C \u0026lt;10m 25mm2, \u0026gt;10m 35mm2; MAXI \u0026lt;6m 25mm2, 6-16m 35mm2, \u0026gt;16m 50mm2. Warranty: two years for leisure use, one year for commercial and other non-leisure use, from delivery to the end user (dealer and builder grace periods apply). Wearable\/service parts are not covered, and skipping the maintenance described in the manuals voids the warranty on the affected parts.\u003c\/p\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\/Sleipner-Windlass-Control-Unit-WCU-150800-Manual-Cover.png?v=1793122742","url":"https:\/\/www.mauripro.com\/collections\/owners-manuals-sleipner-windlass-control-unit-wcu.oembed","provider":"MAURIPRO Sailing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}