Leroy Somer windlas repair

[Ray411]

I have a Leroy Somer windlas fitted to my 411 (2003), it's no longer working, almost certainly a problem with the actual motor. I've been trying to find a maintenance/installation manual, can anyone help? Or can anyone tell me how to remove the motor from the casing? I have got as far as i can, but not sure if I need to remove the main shaft , or how! Without causing any damage.

 

[seadaddler]

Show some photo’s

 

[SG]

I don't know if this will work: http://www.emersonindustrial.com/en-EN/leroy-somer-motors-drives/downloads/Pages/manuals.aspx

Does the motor have an inverter in front of it? I don't know the device at all -- I think it's actually a Leroy-Somer

 

[Ray411]

Here's an update on the Leroy Somer windlas, I've taken a couple of photos for info and have a bit more information from the ID
Plate on the motor;
Angouleme 16015
Reducteur No 2R7775
Type MB2101 M00C
Reduction 60

If anyone has any information on how to remove this motor from its casing, I would really appreciate it,
Many thanks for your help.

 

[dslance]

I'm in the middle of trying to get the motor out of mine. Did you ever get your motor out of the housing?

 

[kappykaplan]

@dslance , the OP hasn't been seen since Dec 2017.

 

[dslance]

thanks

 

[jssailem]

What issue's are you having? Have you removed the windlass from our boat? DO you have pictures?

These are mechanical systems they can be dismantled. Usually you need access to their underbelly.

 

[jssailem]

It appears you will need to look to Europe to get ideas for the repair.

Here is a link to a "Flemish" boat owner who ook on the task.

Leroy Somer windlass repair | Beneteau UK Owners Association

Leroy Somer windlass repairPicures tell more than a tousand wordsOn those pictures unterneath you will find the complete repair of the windlassBut first let me give you the short story again.The problem started when my windlass sliped , it was impossible to raise the anchor because the chain...

ww2.boauk.org

Here are some links that populated my search.

Leroy Somer Anchor Windlass

I realise that in one way shape or form this has probably been done to death. But i just need this quick stab in the dark, so please indulge me. I have a Beneteau 473 which has fitted a Leroy Somer Anchor windlass G14781 (pic attached) I know that Leroy Somers only made a few for Beneteau...

forums.ybw.com

Leroy Somer Windlass Repair - Jeanneau Owners Network

The Jeanneau Owners Network is an independent website developed by Jeanneau Owners as the authoritative resource for those who own, or are interested in Jeanneau Yachts and Boats worldwide.

www.jeanneau-owners.com

Leroy Somer Windlass on our Beneteau - Cruisers & Sailing Forums

We have a 2000 Beneteau and it has the original windlass made by Leroy Somer. After taking the motor out of the casing, we have taken it to a shop to see if they can correct the problem of it working

www.cruisersforum.com

beneteau 473 Leroy Somer Windlass

Hi Folks, I have a B473, noticed today that the Windlass was not working :mad: The relay / solenoid is working and there is voltage going to the Windlass when the remote is activated but zero motor activity! So, out came the smart phone and google, scanning for any info on the windlass, a...

www.sailnet.com

 

[dslance]

I'm trying to get access to the motor on a Leroy Somer S801 windlass. After much work I've removed the chain gypsy and cones but it now appears that I need to remove the shaft in order to get the gearbox and motor out of the housing.

I do not see any clip or pin that holds the saft in place so I'm thinking it just gets driven out.

See the attached photos.

 

[jssailem]

When you clean up the collar on the shaft, is there a set screw under the dirt or grease?

 

[Chas Leppich]

I have problems on similar model of Leroy Somer windlass on my 473, I have read extensively on various blog posts, etc. and concluded that the problem is that the motor brushes are sticking in the disconnected position. I know that ultimately a replacement unit is the only safe and reliable long-term solution for this 20-year-old specimen but for now....
I carry a rubber mallet located in the anchor locker adjacent to motor, when it fails to operate, I give the motor a couple of solid taps and hey presto, it starts to work as the brushes release and make contact. After that, regular use or at least running a few meters up and down while on moorings keeps things going smoother.

SV Pantaleon - UK

 

[WanderIVth]

I'm trying to get access to the motor on a Leroy Somer S801 windlass. After much work I've removed the chain gypsy and cones but it now appears that I need to remove the shaft in order to get the gearbox and motor out of the housing.

I do not see any clip or pin that holds the saft in place so I'm thinking it just gets driven out.

See the attached photos.

There is a alan bolt opposite the shaft that needs to come out, that lets you unscrew the internal alan bolt holding on the shaft and it just pulls out. Now, what I need to figure out is how to get the motor off the gear. Let me know if you come up with anything.

 

[denasena]

I was able to pull the shaft just recently. While dismantle, do not remove the motor from the housing. Opposite side of the shaft has a machine screw, take that out. It is outside of the housing, across gypsy. It is aligned with the washer and screw in the center of the shaft. I first didn’t understand the purpose of the screw since it did not hold anything.Use long alien key and take shaft screw out. It is the shiny washer at the end of the opposite side of the shaft if you look at it from below however you can’t reach or see the center screw. Keep the pin on the shaft which stops gypsy since you will be using that to pull or push the shaft.

 

[WanderIVth]

I was able to pull the shaft just recently...

I'd previously made it as far as that but couldn't get the motor separated from the gearbox. I put it back together (and forgot a piece)and now I can't get the *$&$% gypsy off again. Did you get those two separated? I bought a new motor for mine, I can send you the link if you're interested. I just gotta get the stupid thing out again.

 

[denasena]

I replaced with Lewmar H3. I am not going to deal with that motor again. I took the whole motor to a machine shop. After two weeks we declared it dead.