Hunter 27 the EDGE Operator's Manual page 36

12. TRAILER LAUNCHING AND RETRIEVING
RETREIVING
The steps for retrieving the boat from the water are
basically the reverse of those taken to launch it.
1.
Consider the following conditions which may have
changed since you launched your boat:
•
wind direction and/or speed
•
current and/or tide
•
visibility
2.
Ensure the rudder and centerboard are raised and
secured.
3.
Unload the boat away from the launch ramp.
CAREFULLY maneuver the boat under power to
the retrieving site.
4.
Back the trailer down the appropriate ramp. Keep
the rear wheels of the towing vehicle out of the
water. This will generally keep the exhaust pipes
out of the water. If the exhaust pipes become
immersed in the water, the engine may stall. Set
the parking brake and put the transmission in a
parking gear and ensuring the vehicle will not
move.
5.
Payout the towing strap so the snap hook can be
attached to the bow eye.
bottom, the outboard engine might need to be
partially raised when motoring onto the trailer.
When properly aligned on trailer, raise the
outboard engine to full up position. Winch the
boat securely onto the trailer. Confirm the boat's
position on the trailer and secure it.
6.
If the ballast tank was not emptied under power,
open the ballast tank guillotine valve located on
the transom and the vent valve located in the port
aft hanging locker. Slowly drive the trailer forward
and stop to allow time for the ballast tank water to
fully discharge.
7.
De-rig and unstep the mast if not already
completed. BEWARE OF NEARBY POWER
LINES WHEN LOWERING MAST. Secure mast.
8.
Attach rear straps from to trailer and stern of the
boat. Confirm that all gear and supplies are
secured before driving.
9.
When the ballast tank is fully drained, carefully
drive the trailer with the boat aboard out of the
To avoid hitting the
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ramp to the washdown area for cleanup and
reloading.