Albemarle 290 EXPRESS FISHERMAN, Owner'S Manual

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290 XF
Chapter 9:
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
9.1 Deck
Rails and Deck Hardware
The rail system and hardware fittings have been selected and
installed to perform specific functions. Bow and hand rails
are installed to provide a handhold in certain areas of the
boat. You should make sure you keep at least one hand on the
handholds as you move about the boat.
Mooring lines should be secured to the cleats and not to
rails or stanchions. The stern is equipped with a hawse pipe
and cleat system. Mooring lines should be fed through the
hawse pipes then secured to the stern cleats. Be sure a clear
lead exists when running dock lines or anchor lines. A line
inadvertently run around a stanchion or over the rail could
cause damage.
Note: All fittings must be inspected periodically for loose
fit or wear and damage. Any problems should be
corrected immediately.
ALbEMARLE bOATS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH
HARDWARE DESIGNED FOR TOWING PURPOSES.
THE MOORING CLEATS ARE NOT TO bE USED
FOR TOWING ANOTHER VESSEL OR HAVING THIS
bOAT TOWED.
Bow Pulpit and Roller
The bow pulpit is built into the hull and is equipped with a
roller assembly that allows the anchor to be operated and
stored at the pulpit. The anchor line is stored in the rope
locker and routed out the windlass or deck rope pipe, through
the roller and connected to the anchor chain. A cleat or chain
binder is provided on the deck near the pulpit to secure the
anchor. Always make sure the anchor is properly secured
when it is in the stored position on the pulpit.
Anchor Rope Locker
The anchor rope locker is in the bow of the boat and accessed
through a hatch in the deck. The anchor line is always stored
in the rope locker.
The locker is designed for the bow anchor line and not for
storing anchors or additional anchor lines. Spare anchors
should be stored in one of the storage areas in the cockpit or
bridge deck.
The anchor rope locker is drained to the bilge by a drain near
the bottom of the locker. It is very important to check the
drain frequently to make sure it is clean and free flowing.
Periodically remove the anchor line from the rope locker, rinse
it with fresh water and allow it to dry in the sun. Cleaning
the anchor line regularly will reduce odors in the locker and
increase the life of the line.
The line should also be inspected for abrasions or signs of
deterioration. Replace the line if it shows any sign of damage
or deterioration. If your boat is equipped with the optional
windlass, it is important to replace the anchor line with a new
line of the type recommended or supplied by the windlass
manufacturer.
Windlass (Optional)
The optional windlass is mounted to the deck near the rear of
the pulpit above the rope locker. The anchor is stored on the
pulpit and is raised and lowered by the windlass. The anchor
line is stored in the rope locker and routed out through the
windlass to the anchor chain.
The anchor is lowered by releasing the anchor from the cleat
or chain binder near the pulpit and operating a “DOWN”
control at the helm, or the optional foot switch at the bow. A
heavy duty circuit breaker in the battery switch panel protects
the main circuit for the windlass.
Windlass, Pulpit Assembly, Anchor Rope Locker, and Cleats