Hi
I have a 1993 C34 Mark 1 No 1257 (i think). It has a VW800 Maxwell windlass. It just stopped.
Didnt feel like it jammed, just like the power went off. It still has power at the main breaker and I took the footswitch apart an it was worn but still made contact.
Is there another fuse in the line? Anybody had any similar experiences??
JohnC :)
Australia
How are your batteries? I have no additional fuse in mine, but just wondered if you had checked voltage at the unit?
John : If you have power at the breaker what about at the foot switch and at the motor?
Can you manually turn the capstand? Just a couple of items to check. :wink:
Ron
Went back out to the boat and the winch wont turn by hand.
managed to get the capstan off after a bit of effort but could not remove gypsey.
Clutch did eventually free but shaft would not budge.
Any ideas to free it up.
John
John : Next step? I'd call Maxwell customer service. They may even suggest that you send it back to them for refurbishment. :think