Bow Platform; Bow Roller; Anchor Line Storage Locker - Four winns 248 Vista Owner's Manual

Figure M9: Transom Storage Compartment - Dry
M - 9

BOW PLATFORM

Certain Vista™ 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 roller provides sup-
port for the chain/rope and anchor. See Figures M10 &
M11 below. Refer to Chapman's Piloting, Seamanship
and Small Boat Handling or local anchorage authority
for anchor type and size recommendation.
Anchor
Chute
Figure M10: Integrated Bow Platform
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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 most
Vista™ models. On certain models the bow roller It
extends beyond the bow and above the anchor chute
while other models have an integrated bow roller/anchor
chute combination. Refer to Figures M10 and M11.
function of the bow roller is to allow easier retrieval of the
anchor. It also protects the hull/deck from surface abra-
sions or gouges when either moored or retrieving the
anchor.
Roller
M - 11 ANCHOR LINE STORAGE LOCKER
Integrated
The anchor line is stored in the anchor line locker. The
Bow
locker keeps the line secure while underway and keeps
Platform
the deck clear of unsightly anchor line when docked.
See Figure M12. Certain Vista™ models have a wind-
lass available and if installed the windlass is contained
in this anchor line locker. Please see Section M-12 for
details regarding the windlass.
Bow
Roller
Anchor
Chute
Bow
Figure M11: Bow Roller
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