Regal 53 SC Owner's Manual page 160

Manual Free Fall
The anchor can be dropped without the use of battery
power with this feature.
To use:
• Check that pawl is in disengaged position.
• Release the chain stopper.
• Insert winch handle in top nut. Loosen top nut by
turning counter-clockwise until anchor drops.
• Control the rate of fall with handle.
• Once paid out fully tighten top nut.
To avoid possible bodily injury and/or property damage read and
understand the windlass operation manual before attempting to use
the windlass or anchor components.
TYPICAL WINDLASS SYSTEM OVERVIEW
WINDLASS-SAFETY WARNINGS
Ensure that limbs, fingers, hair and clothing are
kept
clear of the windlass and anchor during operation.
Check to see that there are no swimmers or divers
nearby before dropping the anchor.
Remove the handle from the gipsy when operating the
windlass from the foot controls or helm switch power.
Always turn the windlass power supply to the "off "
position when not in use.
While at anchor, the load on the chain/rope must be
transferred to a cleat.
Do not use a windlass as a holding device for
towing.
Never use a windlass to lift a person, boat, etc.
Check to make sure the permit switch is locked when
the windlass is not in use.
Remove the anchor safety lanyard before powering
up the windlass.
Fasten the anchor safety lanyard immediately after the
anchor is positioned at the bow.
Do not attempt to pull a load greater than the rated
load of the windlass.
Always use the vessel's engines to aid anchor
recovery.
Refer the the windlass manufacturer's owner
manual for more detailed operating and maintenance
information.
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