Vertical windlass 500 • 800 • 1200 • 2200 • 3500 • 4000 The VW Series of anchor winches is designed fortraditional rope and chain combination anchor rodes, where transference of the rode from the rope warping drum to the chainwheel is required. Features

• Provides the versatility of operating two anchors from one winch.• Rope hauling from any direction using independent MAX-grip

warping drum with clutch disengagement of chainwheel.• Permits use of traditional shackle and thimble rope and chain connection. •Alternative horizontal mounting inside chain locker for below deck installation. • High-quality finish on above deck components. Heavy chrome over marine-grade alloy bronze.• Cone type brake/clutch mechanism permits manual “free-fall” anchoring. Cone clutches, unlike dog clutches, provide smooth progressive engagement ensuring safe operator control.• Chainwheel locking pawl (except 500 and 800 Series). • Simplified through deck installation by modular design and precise alignmentof gearbox to the top works utilising marine-grade stainless steel studs.• The gearbox has a high efficiency output drive with heavy-duty, wide-face,precision, bronze spur gears in a sealed oil bath. (Specifications differ depending on motor and winch rating)• Marine-grade alloy gearbox housing, finished with a two coat paint system. • Oil level inspection sight glass for quick inspection of correct oil level.• Heavy duty, dual direction motor, designed for marine winches.Isolated ground type, with durable class F insulation. Easily removed for servicing

*Important:

Maxwell windlasses must be used in conjunction with a chain stopper or snubbing device to take the load off the windlass while laying at anchor. The chain stopper and alternativesnubbing system should also be used to secure the anchor in the fully raised position while under way.

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