Safety Notice - Lewmar CPX0- 500W Product Manual

3- Safety Notice

⚠ WARNING!
3.1 Windlass general
At all times it is the responsibility of the boat user to ensure that the anchor and rode are properly stowed for
the prevailing sea conditions. This is particularly important with high-speed powerboats, because an anchor
accidentally deploying while under way can cause considerable damage. An anchor windlass is mounted in the
most exposed position on a vessel and is thus subject to severe atmospheric attack resulting in a possibility of
corrosion in excess of that experienced with most other items of deck equipment. As the windlass may only be
used infrequently, the risk of corrosion is further increased. It is essential that the windlass is regularly exam-
ined, operated and given any necessary maintenance.
Please ensure that you thoroughly understand the operation and safety requirements of the windlass before
commencing the installation. Only persons who are completely familiar with the controls and those who have
been fully made aware of the correct use of the windlass should be allowed to use it. If there is any doubt of how
to install or operate this unit please seek advice from a suitably qualified engineer.
• Windlasses used incorrectly could cause harm to
equipment or crew.
• Windlasses should be used with care and treated
with respect.
• Boating, like many other activities can be hazardous.
Even the correct selection, maintenance and use of
proper equipment cannot eliminate the potential for
danger, serious injury or death.
• Lewmar windlasses are designed and supplied for
anchor control in marine applications and are not to
be used in conjunction with any other use.
• Keep limbs, fingers, clothing and hair clear of
windlass and anchor rope/chain and anchor during
operation. Severe bodily harm would result.
A windlass should never be used as a mooring bollard, the anchor rode MUST be secured to a mooring cleat,
chain stopper or other designated strong point. Using the windlass to secure the rode will damage the windlass.
• Do not use windlass for ANY purpose other than
deployment and recovery of anchor.
• Do not wrap chain around a capstan barrel or drum
where fitted.
• A circuit breaker/isolator should always be used
with this windlass to protect the motor and cables
from overheating and damage.
3.2 Fitting
• This equipment must be installed and operated in
accordance with the instructions contained in this
manual. Failure to do so could result in poor product
performance, personal injury and/or damage to your
boat.
3.3 Electrical
• Make sure you have switched off the power before
you start installing this product.
IMPORTANT: Read these notes before continuing.
• Ensure there are no swimmers or divers nearby
when dropping anchor.
• When the Windlass is not in use the anchor must
be tied off onto a cleat or equivalent strong point to
prevent damage to the boat.
• Windlass must not be used as the sole means of
securing the anchor to the bow fitting especially
under storm conditions. Anchors should be
independently secured to prevent accidental
release.
• Classification Societies require that a vessel lying at
anchor must have its anchor rope/chain secured to a
chain stopper or other suitable independent strong
point.
• Always switch off this windlass at the circuit
breaker/isolator when not in use.
• It is the unavoidable responsibility of the owner or
master or other responsible party to assess the risk
of any operation on the vessel.
• Windlass must not be operated whilst under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Consult the boat manufacturer if you have any doubt
about the strength or suitability of the mounting
location.
• This product requires installation by a suitably
qualified electrical engineer.
Lewmar CPX 0 ref B10408 iss.2
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