OPERATION MANUAL
Seawind 1160 - Destiny
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– Windlass
Destiny is fitted with an electric anchor winch, 50 metres of chain and a CQR type anchor.
The winch raises the anchor when the
UP
foot switch is pressed and lowers the anchor
when the
DOWN
switch is pressed.
Always run the engines when using the winch.
The circuit breaker is located next to the main switch panel and should be in the
ON
(or
up) position. If the winch is overloaded the circuit breaker will trip. Push the switch up to
reset.
To Lower the Anchor
1.
Select your location from the 100 Magic Miles and check water depth and tidal
movement. Stop the vessel with the bow into the wind.
2.
With the tender alongside press the
DOWN
switch.
3.
When the required length of chain (minimum 30 metres or 4 times charted depth plus
overnight high tide) is released, allow the vessel to lay into the wind while keeping the
engines in neutral.
4.
After about 10 minutes check to ensure your position is the same and the anchor is
holding.
5.
Attach the bridle and let out some more chain so the boat load is taken on the bridle.
To Lift Your Anchor
1.
Open anchor locker hatch and make sure the chain doesn't stack up.
2.
Motor
very slowly
forward, so the chain is vertical. Press the
UP
foot switch.
Don't over
run the chain
and make sure chain comes up vertically. Keep the skipper informed so
the vessel moves ahead only as fast as the chain is retrieved.
3.
The windlass is designed to lift the weight of the chain and anchor only.
Do not
overload it by pulling the boat forward.
*
CAUTION
- If the anchor is snagged in rocks or coral and you try to break it free don't
let this load go through the winch. Use the bridle or secure the chain to the main
bollard.
*
NEVER
engage the foot switch while the handle is in the gypsy clutch.
*
Ensure the chain is falling into locker easily. If the chain stacks up you will have to
open the inspection hatch and rectify the situation.
*
Always leave the chain slightly loose and don't snub the anchor hard onto the roller to
avoid overloading the windlass.
WARNING
When using a windlass, it is important to keep your fingers and toes well away from the
teeth of the windlass and the chain as it passes over the bow roller, as accidentally
trapping them could cause serious injury.
Keep your fingers and toes away from the chain as it passes over the bow roller.
