GLOSSARY OF TERMS

AMPS Workload - determined as up to the maximum amps.

 Anchor Rode - the line that secures the anchor to the vessel, consisting of either rope, chain, or a combination of rope and chain.

 Automatic Free Fall - windlass releases automatic clutch by means of a remote switch for rapid deployment. No user interaction.

 Bridle - chain stopper/compressor, devils claw. Located between the winch and bow roller. Secures chain and takes load off the winch/windlass.

 Capstan - drum, rope drum. The capstan is used for hauling rope.

 Displacement - the amount of water displaced by a floating vessel, usually measured in tonnes.

 Fixed Drive - direct couple from transmission to gypsy/capstan.

 Free Fall - release of clutch manually releases the chain to freefall.

 Gypsy, Chain Gypsy, Wildcat, Chain Wheel - a special wheel with pockets to suit chain and or rope for hauling up the anchor and anchor rode.

 Hauling - weighing, lifting. The operation of lifting anchor, rope or chain.

 Howser - chain pipe that anchor rode feeds through into locker.

 Horizontal Windlass/Winch - Drive shaft, capstan and gypsy are located horizontally to the deck.

 Inline Drive - powerful and efficient integrated gearbox and motor.

 Manual Operation System (MOS) - handle fits directly into gypsy by removing the capstan or clutch top.

 Manual Override System (MORS) - handle fits into windlass top and overrides the transmission and ratchet drive system. Power backup can be used.

 Maximum Load - the maximum operating load that could be applied to the windlass, but the load the winch would normally be subjected to is substantially less.

 Maximum Line Speed - the maximum speed at which the anchor rode could be retrieved.

 Ratchet Drive - indirect couple from transmission to gypsy/capstan via a ratchet cone. This allows for normal powered operation and manual operation where some power is available.

 RCMS - Rope Chain Management System - refer to Accessories for further information.

 Vertical Windlass / Winch - drive shaft, capstan and gypsy are located vertically to the deck.

 Workload - typical lift. Usually up to 25 percent of the Maximum Load.

ABBREVIATIONS

DC        Direct Current

AC        Alternating Current

HYD     Hydraulic

gal        Gallons (US)

lt          Litres

Mpa      Megapascal

PSI       Pounds per square inch

lb          Pound

kg         Kilogram

Min       Minute

m         Metre

mm       Millimetre

"           Inch

' / ft       Feet