Four winns Vista 328 Owner's Manual page 96

M - 9 BOW PLATFORM
The Four Winns 298/328 Vista® is designed with an inte-
grated bow platform. This bow platform provides a func-
tional base for anchoring. The anchor is stored in the
anchor chute of the platform. See Figures M6 & M7 be-
low. Refer to Chapman’s Piloting, Seamanship and Small
Boat Handling or local anchorage authority for anchor
type and size recommendation.
Figure M6: 328V Bow Platform with Anchor Roller
To prevent a possible man overboard situation,
NEVER stand on, or try to utilize the bow plat-
form in any way while the boat is underway.
M - 10 BOW ROLLER
The bow roller assembly is standard equipment on the
298 and 328 Vista® models. It extends beyond the bow
and below the anchor chute on the 328. Refer to Figure
M7. The 298 has an integrated bow roller/anchor chute
combination. See Figure M8. The function of the bow
roller is to allow easier retrieval of the anchor. It also pro-
tects the hull/deck from surface abrasions or gouges
when either moored or retrieving the anchor.
Anchor Chute
Figure M7: 328V Bow Roller Location
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M - 11 ANCHOR LINE STORAGE LOCKER
The anchor line is stored in the anchor line locker. The
locker keeps the line secure while underway and keeps
the deck clear of unsightly anchor line when docked.
Also contained in this anchor line locker is the wind-
Bow Platform
lass. Please see Section M-12 below for details re-
garding the windlass. Also, refer to Figures M9 & M10.
Anchor
M - 12 WINDLASS
Bow Roller
A windlass is an electrically controlled winch mechanism
for retrieving the anchor. The mechanical winch portion
is mounted on foredeck. The windlass can be controlled
by the electrical switches mounted on the deck. The
windlass is standard on the 328 and optional on the
298. See Figure M11. Refer to the manufacturer’s lit-
erature included in the owner’s packet.
Figure M8: 298V Bow Roller
Anchor Line
StorageLid
Hinge
Figure M9: 328V Anchor Line Storage Lid
Anchor Line
StorageLid
Hinge
Figure M10: 298V Anchor Line Storage Lid
Latch
Latch
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