hatch that should now be attached to a fitting in the bow. A small
cover can be swung out of the way and the hose can be attached by
inserting the fitting and turning about a quarter turn to engage. At this
time flip the wash down pump switch found toward the bottom of the
DC panel. It is helpful for a crew member to be at the bow of the boat
to direct the captain to position the boat so that the chain is being
retrieved directly over the bow. Again, “kick” the boat slowly forward
to retrieve the chain, DO NOT use the anchor windlass alone for this
task. It is not unusual for this maneuvering to take place several times.
As the chain is retrieved, the crew should use the wash down to spray
with fresh water. Once the anchor has “broken loose” and chain and
anchor is being retrieved the captain should use caution with
maneuvering Blue Moon. As the anchor comes into sight continue to
spray. Depending on the bottom, the anchor could be heavily encased
in mud, kelp or simply clean. It may take several minutes of spraying to
clean up an anchor before finally returning to the bow and ensuring the
locking arm is engaged.
Once retrieved, disengage the hose and nozzle, switch off the wash
down pump and switch off both windlass controls in the small panel
below lower helm station.
DINGHY
To launch the dinghy, access the dinghy via the swim step thru the
transom door. You may be at first confused by this launching and
retrieving system, but once tried you will find it fairly easy.
First, locate the two pins that are held together by a small cable. There
should be little tension on the top pin, so remove that to begin the
launching sequence. Towards the bottom of the mechanism, you will
see a black knob, SLOWLY turn to release pressure and the dinghy will
