OPERATION MANUAL
Latitude 1035 - Latitude Lady
Page 11 – Windlass
Emergency Manual Anchoring ONLY
To Release Chain
Carefully release the gypsy by turning it anti-clockwise with the winch handle.
As soon as the gypsy is free the chain will run out so do this slowly.
Do not touch the switches and keep your fingers away from the winch.
If the gypsy does not release it might need a gentle tap to break it free.
You could also manually pull the anchor forward and lower it into the water for a few
metres.
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Once the anchor is falling freely regulate its descent by tightening the gypsy with
the handle.
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Check the chain markers to ensure you let out four times the depth of water in
chain. (15 metres would be your maximum depth to allow safe and secure
anchoring.)
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When you have enough chain out tighten the gypsy to stop the chain.
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When the anchor is set attach the bridle and let out the chain so it takes the
load.
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Retighten the gypsy.
CAUTION - Do not overtighten the gypsy. Use only one hand on the handle and
about 10 kilograms force. If it slips tighten it slightly.
