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They are very efficient, however, like any electrical motor which is exposed to sea air, they
must be carefully maintained.!
MANUAL
"Simpson-Lawrence" (#86) has a two-speed manual!
windlass #5550000 which we consider ideal for our boat.!
When you order your windlass or capstan, be sure to!
order the chain bobcat which is suitable to the type of!
chain you will use.!
CHAINS!
For the recommended anchor, a 3/8" B.B.B. chain is adequate. Several types of anchor
chain are sold, some are even calibrated and very expensive. The B.B.B. is the standard
size and is available everywhere. As previously mentioned, the proper bobcat on the
windlass must be ordered to match the chain. At least 50 feet of the chain should be
painted in a bright colour so you will know when you are near the end, once the chain is
released. A good idea is to also paint a one foot section every 50 feet.!
CHAIN STOP
A chain stopper must be installed between the!
capstan and the anchor. The capstan is only made to!
take up the slack in the chain and not the entire!
tension of the boat at anchor. The chain stopper and!
the capstan should be bolted through the deck and!
should have backing plates.!
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