Everglades 2012 275 CC, Owner'S Manual

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Exterior Equipment
The anchor is lowered by releasing the anchor
from the chain binder on the roller assembly and
operating a “DOWN” control at the helm. After the
anchor is set, the windlass must not be left to take
the entire force from the anchor line. Boats lying
to their anchor in a high swell or heavy weather
conditions will snub on the line. This can cause
slippage or apply excessive loads to the windlass.
The line should be made fast to a bow cleat to
relieve the load on the windlass.
The anchor is hauled in by releasing the line from
the bow cleat and operating the “UP” control at
the helm. Once the anchor is retrieved, secure
the anchor to the chain binder to prevent it from
being accidentally released. The chain binder is
designed to automatically latch to a vertical link
in the anchor chain when the anchor is hauled
in. To release the binder, pull the anchor chain
in slightly to relieve the tension on the binder,
then rotate the binder up to the full release posi-
tion. To secure the anchor in the up and stored
position, rotate the binder down until it rides on
the anchor chain. The binder will automatically
secure itself to the last vertical link in the anchor
chain as the anchor is set in the pulpit and roller.
Before getting underway after hauling the anchor,
always make sure the binder is completely set on
the anchor chain link and the rope locker hatch is
closed and latched.
A windlass must be used with care. It is extremely
important that you read the owner’s manual and
become familiar with the safety instructions and
proper operation of the windlass before using it
with your boat. Always ensure that limbs, fingers,
hair and clothing are kept clear of the windlass
and anchor line during operation.
A partially lowered and loose anchor can cause
considerable damage to the hull. Do not use a
windlass as a sole means of securing an anchor
in the bow pulpit. Always secure the anchor line
with the chain binder before operating your boat.
11.3 325 Center Console
Rope Locker and Windlass
Bow Roller
The bow roller is built into the hull and is equipped
with hardware that allows the anchor to be oper-
ated and stored at the roller. The roller assembly,
anchor line and chain binder are concealed below a
hatch in the deck. The anchor line is stored in the
rope locker and routed out the windlass, through
Anchor Chain Binder
325 Center Console
Anchor/Windlass Compartment
Washdown Hose
ROPE LOCKER
the roller and connected to the anchor chain. A
chain binder is provided between the windlass and
the roller to secure the anchor. Always make sure
the anchor is properly secured by the chain binder
when it is in the stored position on the roller.
The chain binder is accessed by opening the hatch
and is designed to automatically latch to a vertical
link in the anchor chain when the anchor is hauled
in. To release the binder, pull the anchor chain