2002 Sea Ray 320 DS Windlass won't turn on at the Panel or drop!

[Aaronpav2001]

All,
I have a 2002 320 DS. I have the stupid smart panels on the boat that have always acted finicky. Usually the anchor light turned on when I turned on the radio and depth finder, but never a huge issue. Last weekend the horn wasn't working for a few minutes, but eventually came back to life. When I went to the drop anchor I could not get the anchor to turn on at the panel. I have never had issues in the past. The foot pedals up top were also not working. I have read several complaints about these panels and understand the panels will need to be replaced sooner rather than later, but wondering if there is a fuse or relay I could replace in the interim? Any info or suggestions would be greatly appreciated I know those panels haven't changed from 2002-2007 on the 320 DS does anyone know where I can purchase them from? Thanks all!

 

[KevinC]

Check for a fuse at the solenoid in the engine compartment. I just helped a friend with a 300DA with a similar problem. Symptoms were no light on keypad and no power to windlass. The fuse was a 5A flat fuse.

-Kevin

 

[Aaronpav2001]

Thanks Kevin! Hopefully this does it! I will let you know.

 

[Aaronpav2001]

Unfortunately Kevin that was a no go. FP marine makes replacement panels with toggle switches and new wiring through the helm to the engine compartment. Downfall its $3700.00. I think I am going to try and hope for the best buying a new panel off ebay! Pray for me and my bank account