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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. The windlass
control switch is activated by a breaker located at the cabin
electrical panel. Another heavy duty circuit breaker in the bat-
tery switch panel protects the main circuit for the windlass.
After the anchor is set, the windlass must not be left to take the
entire force from the anchor line. Boats lying to their anchor
in a high swell or heavy weather conditions will snub on the
line. This can cause slippage or apply excessive loads to the
windlass. The line should be made fast to a bow cleat to relieve
the load on the windlass.
The anchor is hauled in by releasing the line from the bow
cleat and operating the “UP” control at the helm or the optional
foot switch on the deck near the windlass. Once the anchor is
retrieved, independently secure the anchor to the chain binder
or a cleat to prevent it from being accidentally released. This
is especially important while the boat is under way.
The windlass manufacturer provides an owner’s manual with
its product. It is extremely important that you read the manual
and become familiar with the proper care and operation of the
windlass.
A WINDLASS MUST BE USED WITH CARE. IT IS
EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE
OWNER’S MANUAL AND BECOME FAMILIAR
WITH THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PROPER
OPERATION OF THE WINDLASS BEFORE USING IT
WITH YOUR BOAT. ALWAYS ENSURE THAT LIMBS,
FINGERS, HAIR AND CLOTHING ARE KEPT CLEAR
OF THE WINDLASS AND ANCHOR LINE DURING
OPERATION.
DO NOT USE A WINDLASS AS A SOLE MEANS
OF SECURING AN ANCHOR IN THE BOW PULPIT.
ALWAYS SECURE THE ANCHOR LINE TO A CLEAT
OR CHAIN BINDER BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
BOAT.
9.2 Hull
Swim Platform (Optional)
Your boat could be equipped with an optional swim platform
and ladder in the stern of the boat. The swim platform should
only be installed by the Albemarle factory at the time of con-
struction or by an authorized Albemarle dealer. Improper swim
platform installation can damage the boat’s transom or interfere
with the transom door.
MOVING PROPELLERS ARE DANGEROUS.
THEY CAN CAUSE DEATH, LOSS OF LIMBS,
OR OTHER SEVERE INJURY. DO NOT USE THE
SWIM PLATFORM OR SWIM LADDER WHILE THE
ENGINES ARE RUNNING. STOP THE ENGINES
IF DIVERS OR SWIMMERS ARE ATTEMPTING TO
BOARD. ALWAYS PROPERLY STORE THE LADDER
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINES.
Trim Tabs
The trim tabs are recessed into the hull at the transom. The trim
tabs are an important part of the control systems. Please refer
to the Helm Control Systems chapter for detailed information
on the trim tabs.
9.3 Cockpit
IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS, OPEN EXTERIOR
DOORS AND HATCHES THAT ARE NOT SECURED
PROPERLY CAN SLAM CLOSED UNEXPECTEDLY
AND CAUSE INJURY TO PASSENGERS OR DAMAGE
TO THE BOAT. MOST DOORS AND HATCHES ARE
EQUIPPED WITH SPECIAL FASTENERS, HATCH
LIFTERS, OR SNAPS AND/OR STRAPS, TO SECURE
THEM IN THE OPEN POSITION. ALWAYS MAKE
SURE THAT THESE HATCHES AND DOORS ARE
PROPERLY SECURED WHENEVER THEY ARE IN
THE OPEN POSITION.
Engine Access
Access to the engines is provided by a door and hatch located in
the tackle/bait prep center. A gas charged hatch lifter holds the
hatch open or closed position and a barrel bolt latch secures the
door when it is closed. Always make sure the door and hatch
are closed and securely latched before operating the boat.
Diamond plate steps make it easy to enter or exit the engine
room. Light is provided by 12-volt lights activated by a switch
in the cockpit switch panel.