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PRODUCT MANUAL
68/72ST Above Deck Compact Motor
™
Installation Instructions
STEP 1
Determine the position of the winch and motor unit
1.1 Magnetic fields in the motor may affect compasses even
when the motor is not in use. Install the motor at least 1m
away from any compass, and always have your compass
recalibrated after installation.
1.2 Mounting of an Above Deck Compact Motor on a vertical
surface is not ideal as it increases exposure to potential
problems of excessive moisture and water ingress. It is
important to take care to protect the unit from unnecessary
exposure, and carry out seasonal maintenance and regular
lubrication of the motor shaft seal.
1.3 The winch should be positioned with the recommended
line entry angle of 3-8° from horizontal. Refer to the winch
product manual for details of correct line entry angle and
self-tailing arm positioning.
1.4 Refer to the Winch Data Sheet for your winch model for
clearance/space requirements for the wiring and drain tube
below deck.
You may choose to drill a small pilot hole to indicate the
position of the centre of the drive shaft, to assist with this.
1.5 Note the location of the drain port in the base of the motor.
If the mounting surface is not horizontal due to deck camber
or other factors, plan the installation such that the drain port
is situated at the lowest point in relation to the slope of the
mounting surface. The drain tube [A14] will be attached to
this port to allow any moisture from condensation to escape
and drain to the bilge. The position of the drain port is also
indicated on the drilling template.
1.6 The self-tailing arm should be positioned to allow the rope
to drop clear of the winch as it feeds out of the self-tailer.
Positions will typically be as indicated by the shaded sectors in
the diagram.
3-8 degrees
Recommended line entry angle
Typical self-tailing arm positions
