Windlass-Safety Warnings - Regal 3760 Owner's Manual

Chapter 7
WINDLASS

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 suppy 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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