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Section 3 • Systems & Components Overview & Operation
130 Super Sport
R
Example:
Rode length = (3 feet + 10 feet) X 7*
Rode length = 13 feet X 7*
Rode length = 91 feet
* Scope may range from 5 to 10 or more. However,
less than 5, the anchor will break out too easily.
The minimum is 5:1 for calm conditions; normal is
7:1, and severe conditions may require a 10:1.
• Be sure there is adequate rode.
• Secure rode to both the anchor and the boat
at bow locker eyelet.
• Stop completely before lowering the anchor.
• Keep feet clear of lines.
Lowering The Anchor
NOTICE
Before using the anchor be sure the anchor
line’s bitter end is secured to the eye in the
bottom of the anchor locker.
To weigh (retrieve) the anchor, start the boat and run
slowly up to the anchor, taking up the rode as you
go. The anchor will usually break out when the rode
becomes vertical. Coil lines to let them dry before
stowing.
Weighing the Anchor
There is no best way to set an anchor. Experiment to
see how it performs. One method is to turn the rode
around a bitt or a cleat and slowly pay out as the boat
backs from the anchor site. When the proper scope
has been reached snub the rode quickly, causing the
anchor to dig in to the sea bottom.
• Reverse the engine slowly to drive the
anchor in and to prevent it from dragging.
• Secure the rode to the bitt or cleat to
prevent loss of anchor.
Setting the Anchor
Be careful that trailing lines do not foul in the
propeller
!
CAUTION
Bow Height
Rode
Rode length
= (bow water depth) X Scope
Proper Anchoring
Fig. 3.13.1
Water Depth
