Windlass Operation - Bavaria 36 User Manual

Windlass Operation

The power windlass is located in the foredeck anchor locker. The anchor windlass switch is
located on the electrical panel and is switch #14. This must be turned on to operate the
windlass.
When the electric windlass is operated, the diesel engine should always be running at a
low speed. Trust me, by experience, it will run the battery down in nothing flat! The anchor
windless remote is stored in the cabinet underneath the Nav Station or in the deck well.
Help the winch by motoring slowly in the direction of the pull of the anchor rode. This will
ease the strain put on the bow sprint and windless and provide maneuverability for the yacht
when the anchor lifts from the sea floor. Take care in raising the anchor to insure it does not
hit the yacht's bow damaging the gel coat.
KEEP hands, fingers, and feet clear at all times when operating the windlass
Check for swimmers. Keep clear of moving anchor rode.
Use UP or DOWN button to operate windlass.
After setting the anchor, it is recommended that the UP switch be operated briefly. This
engaged the internal clutch mechanism, locking the windlass; failure to do this could result in
the rope/chain creeping out.
Do not over load the windlass. Avoid stalling the windlass.
When anchor is raised secure anchor to bow fitting to prevent accidental release. The
anchor line/chain should be tied to a cleat securely when the anchor is "set".
When not in use turn off the Anchor power switch on the electrical panel, switch #14.
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Revised/Updated March 2011