Chaparral 420 PREMIERE, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Clearing a Fouled Anchor
One of the best methods for breaking free a stuck
anchor is to set a
tripline (Figure 4.4).
• Attach a line to the crown or head of the anchor
and the other end to a float.
• The line should be just long enough to reach the
surface of the water, allowing for tides. A
polypropylene line is a good choice because it is
light, strong, and floats.
• If the anchor snags, pull vertically on the tripline
to lift the anchor by the crown.
Be sure to read this section carefully and fully
understand rode and scope and their effect on
anchor performance.
WINDLASS
Your anchor can be automatically raised and low-
ered with the windlass system using a toggle switch.
To operate the windlass, the WINDLASS MAIN
switch on the control station switch panel must be
turned ON.
Note: The windlass clutch should be tight for
proper operation and safety. Periodically check
the clutch and tighten if necessary.
To Tighten the Clutch:
With the anchor in the
stowed position, tighten the windlass clutch by
inserting the emergency handle into the clutch nut
and turn clockwise.
Windlass Safety Tips
• Always tie off the rode while at anchor
• Always secure the rode/anchor when underway
• Always look before deploying your anchor
• Always motor up to the anchor while retrieving
• Never use your windlass to pull or tow the boat
• Never stick your fingers in or around the gypsy
during operation
• Always shut off the breaker when working on the
windlass
• Always shut off the breaker when the windlass is
not in use
• Keep all loose clothing and hair away from the
windlass when operating
• Never use the windlass to lift a person
To Operate From the Helm
1. Make sure that the safety lanyard (Figure 4.5) is
removed from the anchor chain.
2. Turn the WINDLASS MAIN rocker switch to ON.
3. Push the toggle switch (located beside the rock-
er switch on the control station switch panel) UP
to raise the anchor. To lower the anchor, push
the toggle switch DOWN.
To Operate From the Bow
1. Make sure that the safety lanyard (see Figure 4.5)
is removed from the anchor chain.
2. Lift the protective cap on foot switches and depress
the UP or DOWN switch for the desired result.
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WINDLASS
CHAIN
STOP
SAFETY LANYARD
ANCHOR
Figure 4.5 Windlass with Safety Lanyard
and Chain Stop
WARNING: Moving parts may cut or crush.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing clear
of moving parts. Entanglement may cause
severe bodily injury (i.e., loss of fingers or toes).