Ronstan ORBIT Series - Installation Steps (Part 2); QUICKTRIM Feature

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Step 8:
Self-Tailing Arm Orientation:
This image can be used as a guide to the orientation of the self-tailing arm [1] in typical locations on
the deck. The self-tailing arm should be positioned to allow the rope to drop clear of the winch as
it feeds out of the self tailer. Positions will typically be as indicated by the highlighted sectors in the
diagram due to the clockwise rotation of the winch drum.
Fit the self-tailing arm:
Position the self-tailing arm [1] over the winch so that it overhangs the rope splitter [5]. Rest the arm in this
position so that it is centred and sitting level on the closing plate.
Rotate the self-tailing arm to its desired position, checking again to ensure that it overhangs the rope splitter
[5]. Allow the part of the arm opposite the spring-loaded release latch [1.3] to align with a bayonet notch in
the centre stem and drop into engagement. Pull back the spring-loaded release latch [1.3] on the self-tailing
arm with a ngertip (1) and allow the arm to seat itself in the other bayonet notches all the way around. Then
rotate the arm slightly in a clockwise direction (3), and listen for the audible “click” indicating it is locked in
position (2).
Step 9:
Check that the winch is functioning correctly:
Before inserting a handle, check that the drum turns smoothly when rotated by hand in a clockwise direction and
is not able to turn in an anti-clockwise direction.
Insert a winch handle in the socket of the central drive shaft. Turning the handle in a clockwise direction should
drive the drum in fast speed; turning the handle in an anti-clockwise direction should drive it in slow speed.
NOTE: Make sure that you familiarise yourself with the safety notices on page 3 of this manual before using the winch.
QUICKTRIM
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About the QuickTrim
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feature.
QuickTrim™ is a patented innovation in self-tailing winches unique to Ronstan. It allows rapid easing of line tension without the need to remove the line
from the self tailer.
Your winch has been delivered from our factory so that it will operate only as a traditional two-speed self-tailing winch unless you enable the QuickTrim™
functionality by following the instructions below. Once enabled, this feature should be demonstrated to new users so that they understand how to operate
the winch correctly before use.
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30QT ORBIT WINCH
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RA6302 WITH QUICKTRIM™
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