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Approach
Your approach will depend on the conditions, eg. Bow first, stern first or side on. Always
approach the mooring position in a slow and controlled manner keeping your feet and hands
well away from the edges. A vessel of this weight carries a lot of momentum even at slow
speeds. Your catamaran is extremely maneuverable and can be steered into position after
securing the first line. DO not be afraid to abort and attempt again if you are not completely
comfortable with the approach.
After Mooring
• Take into account the possibility of changing water level, current and wind direction.
Readjust your line tension accordingly. Spring lines are extremely useful to control
against changing conditions.
• Check and protect the mooring lines from rubbing against any sharp or corroded edges.
• Raise your foils to protect them against changing tide levels.
3.6 ANCHORING
Your 1600 is equipped with a windlass controllable either at the helm by an up/down switch or
at the windlass itself. The primary Anchor is self launching and permanently rigged. An electric
up foot control can be operated from the front deck and down with manual clutch. A 79 lbs
Excel anchor as standard with 70 m of 10 mm short link galvanized chain.
When anchoring your boat the length of anchor warp should be about 4-5 times the depth of
the water.
There may be occasions however that the use of a bridle may make resting at anchor more
stable and less susceptible to chain shock loads. A bridle will reduce the tendency of your boat
to swing around its anchor or mooring.
Troubleshooting
The 150A Electrical Winch Circuit Breaker is located under the nav desk in the stbd forward
saloon area. It is accessible under the settee cushion next to the coffee table. Breakers for the
Sheet winches are located in the port engine bay.
If House Battery Voltage is low, the higher than usual current may trip the circuit breaker. It is
important to run at least one engine when operating the anchor or sheet winch for more than
10 seconds.
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