Everglades 320 EX, Owner'S Manual

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Exterior Equipment
The rope locker and anchor line is accessed
through an opening next to the windlass. The
anchor line is always stored in the rope locker and
there is an eye fitting to secure the bitter end of
the anchor line.
The rope locker is designed for the anchor line and
not for storing anchors or additional anchor lines.
Do not store anchors or any heavy objects in the
locker. Anchors and weights for floating markers
will bounce and damage the hull or rope locker if
they are stored there. They will also interfere with
the operation of the windlass. Always store and
secure additional anchors and weights in a storage
compartment in the cockpit as far aft as possible.
The rope locker is drained by a fitting in the hull
side near the bottom of the locker. It is very
important to check the drain frequently to make
sure it is clean and free flowing.
Periodically remove the anchor line from the rope
locker, rinse it with fresh water and allow it to dry
in the sun. Cleaning the anchor line regularly will
reduce odors in the rope locker and increase the
life of the line.
The line should also be inspected for abrasions
or signs of deterioration. Replace the line if it
shows any sign of damage or deterioration. It is
important to replace the anchor line with a new
line of the type recommended or supplied by the
windlass manufacturer.
Windlass
The windlass is mounted in the compartment be-
low the hatch in the deck. The anchor is stored
on the roller and is raised and lowered by the
windlass. The anchor line is stored in the rope
locker and routed out through the windlass to the
anchor chain.
The anchor is lowered by releasing the anchor
chain from the chain binder and moving the wind-
lass switch in the compartment near the windlass
to “DOWN.” The windlass control switch is pro -
tected by a fuse in the accessory fuse panel in the
compartment on the starboard side of the helm.
CLEAT
CHAIN
BINDER
Windlass, Chain Binder and Cleat