11.3.1 Warping winches maintenance

Component Maintenance Notes and precautions
Reduction motor Cleaning and checks For a correct maintenance and check refer to instruction manual delivered by the Manufacturer.

Reduction motor - Cleaning and checks

DANGER

Before carrying out any maintenance operation on the anchor winch cut-OFF the electric power connected with it and remove with care the chain from the wildcat.

The winches are made of materials resistant to sea environment: it is necessary, in any case, to remove periodically the layer of salt which forms on the outer surfaces, to avoid dangerous corrosion, which could jeopardize its integrity. Wash accurately with fresh water and clean the surfaces, particularly those in which salt remains trapped. Disassemble the barrel according to the service intervals recommended by the Manufacturer.

CAUTION

Do not activate electrically the winch with lever inserted into the drum.

DANGER

Do not bring body parts or objects near the area where the rope slides.
Make sure that there the electric motor is not powered when manually operating the winch.

MAINTENANCE

At least once a week:

At least once every six months grease the terminals of the electric motor.
At least once a year disassemble and check the exposed parts.