How do you lubricate a sailboat winch?
How do you lubricate a sailboat winch?
Lubrication. Once everything is completely dry and all leftover solvent is wiped away, lubricate pawls with light machine oil (do not use grease, which could cause the pawl to stick). Use a brush to spread a light even coat of winch grease over spindles, gears and bearings.
How do you service a windlass?
7 Tips for Annual Maintenance of Your Anchor Windlass
- Lubricate Moving Parts.
- Check the Rope/Chain Splice.
- Clean & Polish.
- Inspect the Entire Rode.
- Electrical Connections.
- Inspect the Motor.
- Check Additional Accessories.
How do you manually release a Lewmar windlass?
Yes, all Lewmar windlasses have a manual free fall function as standard. To free fall the anchor, you simply manually undo the top nut half a turn. This releases the gypsy allowing it to free wheel. You can control the speed or stop the descent by re-tightening the top nut.
Where do you grease a winch?
Lubricate as you go. Squeeze some winch grease into a bowl and apply it with a paint brush. Apply grease to the teeth of each gear and also to the shaft on which the gear sits. If the winch is big enough that the gears have bearings, grease the bearings too.
How do self tailing winches work?
Self tailing winches are winches that wrap the tail in a round jam cleat that is located on the top of the drum. When you crank the drum, the winch will pull the tail simultaneously eliminating the need for a crew member to pull your tail for you.
Where can I find more information about Lewmar products?
Lewmar products are supported by a worldwide network of distributors and Authorised Service Representatives. If you encounter any difficulties with this product, please contact your national distributor, or your local Lewmar dealer. Details are available at: www.lewmar.com CE Approvals For CE approval certificates contact Lewmar.
Are Lewmar windlasses safe to use?
Even the correct selection, maintenance and use of proper equipment cannot eliminate the potential for danger, serious injury or death. ‣ Lewmar windlasses are designed and supplied for anchor control in marine applications and are not to be used in conjunction with any other use.
How long will my Lewmar winch last?
Your Lewmar winches have been built to perform in the best possible manner in all sailing conditions. With care and attention they will give many years of service. Service details contained in this booklet apply to the current range of Lewmar winches.
