28 RC12 Windlass
Below Deck
Every three months.
The under deck components should be sprayed, preferably with CRC 3097 “Long Life” or
alternatively, CRC6-66 or WD40.
Particular attention should be paid to electric motors, including the motor terminals, footswitch
terminals, terminals on the Reversing Solenoid plus the battery and isolator terminals.
Gearbox
Every 3 months, check level of oil in gearbox using the sight glass. If necessary top up .
We recommend that the gearbox be removed and serviced by an authorised Maxwell service
technician every three years. Visit our website (www.maxwellmarine.com) for a list of service
centres and agents.
Motor
For maximum protection, we recommend that the motor and electrical connections be sprayed
periodically with CRC Soft Seal.
The motor can be removed from the gearbox by undoing two bolts and washers.
A replaceable roll pin is a press fit in the output end of the drive shaft.
Providing the windlass is properly installed with the Maxwell Overload Control Box and Breaker
Panel, and the windlass is not abused, trouble free operation can be expected.
Remove the brush cover from the motor. Clean out accumulated carbon dust using a compressed
air hose.
Check and replace brushes if worn.
Remove any rust build up from the casing and paint with a suitable coating
DO NOT wrap the motor with grease cloth as this prevents the cooling of the motor
Replacement brush sets are available – order:
Part No. P100807 – 12 Volt.
Part No. P100808 – 24 Volt.
Rope
To reduce stiffening caused by salt build up, wash the rope regularly with fresh water. We
recommend that the rope be soaked for a day in cool water and fabric conditioner once a year and
rinsed thoroughly afterwards.
Regularly check the rope for wear. Swap end-for-end and re-splice if necessary.
Over time, 3-strand rope can develop twists that may impair the performance of the windlass.
Remove the twists by laying out the rope in a straight run. A good quality swivel between the
anchor and chain will minimise this problem
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