Bow Platform - Four winns V458 Owner's Manual

Mount
Figure M15: Transom Table Option
M - 11 BOW PLATFORM
The V458 models are designed with an integrated
bow platform. This bow platform provides a functional
base for anchoring. The anchor is stored in the anchor
chute of the platform. The anchor chute and bow roller
provide support for the chain/rope and anchor. See
Figure M16. Refer to Chapman's Piloting, Seaman-
ship and Small Boat Handling or local anchorage
authority for anchor type and size recommendation.
To pre vent a possible man overboard situation,
NEVER stand on, or try to utilize the bow
platform in any way while the boat is under-
way.
Anchor Chute
Bow Roller
Anchor
Figure M16: Integrated Bow Platform
M - 12 WINDLASS
An wind lass is an electri cally con trolled winch mech-
anism for retrieving the anchor. The mechanical winch
Exterior Equipment - Section M
Drinkholder
Table
Angled Leg
portion is mounted inside the anchor locker, at the
bow. See Figure M17. The wind lass can be controlled
by a set of foot pads (electrical switch es) mounted on
the foredeck or it can be operated from the helm.
Circuit breakers are located on the helm and aft circuit
breaker panels. Refer to the manu facturer's literature
included in the owner's packet for windlass operation.
Windlass
Foot
Switches
Figure M17: Windlass
Along with the windlass comes an anchor, rope and
chain. The anchor line is stored in the anchor line
locker located underneath the anchor locker lid. The
locker keeps the line secure while underway and
keeps the deck clear of unsightly anchor line when
docked. See Figure M17.
To prevent personal injury, keep clear of the
windlass at all times.
Always be sure to raise and secure the
anchor prior to operating your boat. Failure
to raise and secure anchor before getting
underway could result in severe injury or
damage to boat from rebounding anchor.
Always utilize the chain stop provided with the
windlass. The chain stop prevents the anchor
from accidently releasing while the boat is
moving thus preventing damage to the boat or
possible injury or death to individual(s) aboard
the boat. See Figures M17 and M18.
Chain Stop
Anchor
Windlass
Locker Lid
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