A few weeks ago when pulling up my anchor the "up" foot switch seemed to be stuck on and the windless ended up popping the main fuse. I figured I need to replace the foot switch so I did that is weekend and the problem still exists. I am not sure how to go the windless to stop spinning? Is there a reset button somewhere? Anyone else experience this problem? Any feedback would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Windless help....
- Thread starter Miller
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- Mar 25, 2008
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Does it begin operating when you turn the windlass power on at the helm?
Kay Lee
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There should be a relay control box for the windlass. It's probably mounted underneath teh windlass. You probably have a stuck relay in there.
Larry
Larry
- Mar 25, 2008
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- 2006 Sea Ray 58 DB
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- MAN CRM V8-900s, Twin Disc Drives; Onan 21.5 Generator
Miller,
Take a look at this diagram:
http://www.imtra.com/downloadTypes/3_Terminal_Wiring_Diagram.jpg
I'm not sure whether you have a 2 or 3 terminal control box, but Kay Lee is spot on - sounds like your control box, not a windless solenoid. You don't say what year your 320 is or what brand of windlass you have, but Imtra's site has a lot of info...
Take a look at this diagram:
http://www.imtra.com/downloadTypes/3_Terminal_Wiring_Diagram.jpg
I'm not sure whether you have a 2 or 3 terminal control box, but Kay Lee is spot on - sounds like your control box, not a windless solenoid. You don't say what year your 320 is or what brand of windlass you have, but Imtra's site has a lot of info...
Her Diamond 2
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I emailed Lofrans last week regarding the same problem. Here is their response.
Reports of "run-on" windlasses are typically caused by a solenoid lock
in. What has occurred is the contact plates inside the solenoid control
box are scarred from low voltage. Low voltage throws sparks internal to
the control box which actually cause the contact plates to weld together
which causes the run-on. This will only get worse.
You will need to replace the SPA-10700 control box located in your
anchor locker. Imtra sells these replacement boxes, they list for
$185.00. You can order online at www.imtra.com or contact a dealer for
a discounted price. Defender, a marine mail order house in Waterford,
CT stocks and sells them. They can be reached at 800-628-8225 or online
at www.defender.com. West marine sells the same control box with a
house brand West label on the control box. You might be able to pick
one up at your local West/Boat US store.
When you replace the control box it is very important to remember to
always have the boat engine running and the alternator churning when you
operate your windlass. All connections and crimps must be tight and
sound with no signs of corrosion on the terminal ends. This will
greatly reduce the chances of a reoccurrence.
I hope this helps.
Reports of "run-on" windlasses are typically caused by a solenoid lock
in. What has occurred is the contact plates inside the solenoid control
box are scarred from low voltage. Low voltage throws sparks internal to
the control box which actually cause the contact plates to weld together
which causes the run-on. This will only get worse.
You will need to replace the SPA-10700 control box located in your
anchor locker. Imtra sells these replacement boxes, they list for
$185.00. You can order online at www.imtra.com or contact a dealer for
a discounted price. Defender, a marine mail order house in Waterford,
CT stocks and sells them. They can be reached at 800-628-8225 or online
at www.defender.com. West marine sells the same control box with a
house brand West label on the control box. You might be able to pick
one up at your local West/Boat US store.
When you replace the control box it is very important to remember to
always have the boat engine running and the alternator churning when you
operate your windlass. All connections and crimps must be tight and
sound with no signs of corrosion on the terminal ends. This will
greatly reduce the chances of a reoccurrence.
I hope this helps.
