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UP FOOT SWITCH
On select models bow foot switches are used to control
the windlass. To use the foot switches remove the pro-
tective caps. When you energize the up foot switch the
anchor is retrieved. When you energize the down foot
switch the anchor is payed out. After the anchoring pro-
cess is completed close the protective caps.
BOW
DOWN FOOT SWITCH
WINDLASS OPERATION
Paying Out Anchor
1.
Ensure both the battery switch at the battery manage-
ment panel and deck foot switch are energized.
2.
Check the anchor rope locker for proper anchor line
alignment. Untangle any crossed lines.
3.
Check the proposed anchoring area for swimmers or
divers.
4.
Position vessel at proposed anchor drop site.
5.
Check that pawl is in disengaged position.
6.
Make sure chain stopper is in a released position.
7.
Step on the
down foot switch to pay out the chain
and anchor line. When the anchor hits the sea bottom
disengage the foot switch.
8.
While the captain "bumps" the vessel in slow speed
reverse pay out the anchor line until the correct scope
is reached.
9.
When scope is reached secure the anchor line around
a cleat. Never use the windlass as the sole means of
holding the anchor.
10.
Check the anchor position by checking the postion
using the GPS. The GPS features an anchor alarm.
Refer to the GPS owner's manual for further infor-
mation.
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