Four winns 378 VISTA, Owner'S Manual

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378 Vista™ Owner’s Manual
Section M
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M - 10 BOW PLATFORM w/ ANCHOR ROLLER
The Four Winns 378 Vista™ is designed with an inte-
grated bow platform. This bow platform provides a func-
tional base for anchoring. The anchor is stored in the
anchor chute of the platform. The anchor roller provides
support for the chain and rope and allows for easier re-
trieval of the anchor. It also protects the hull/deck from
surface abrasions or gouges when either moored or when
retrieving the anchor. See Figures M10 & M11 below.
Refer to Chapman’s Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boat
Handling or local anchorage authority for anchor type
and size recommendation.
Figure M10: Bow Platform
To prevent a possible man overboard situation,
NEVER stand on, or try to utilize the bow plat-
form in any way while the boat is underway.
Figure M11: Anchor Chute and Bow Roller
Bow
Roller
Anchor
Chute
Do not have person(s) sitting in stern seat or
on engine hatch while attempting to raise en-
gine hatch. Possible injury to person(s) and/or
damage to engine hatch and components may
result.
NOTICE
Never operate or trailer your boat with the en-
gine hatch in its open position. Doing so could
result in damage to the engine hatch, hardware,
and/or loss of cushions.
To lower the engine hatch:
1. Press the engine hatch switch (“DOWN”) to
lower the engine hatch to its closed position.
1b. If lowering engine hatch manually, raise the
hatch slightly and remove the prop rod. Gently
lower the engine hatch to its closed position.
Do not allow it to just drop to the deck.
If closing the engine hatch manually, do not
allow the engine hatch to “slam” shut. Allow-
ing the engine hatch to “slam” shut can dam-
age the fiberglass and/or cause bodily injury.
2. Reinstall the cockpit table (if so desired).
NOTICE
Cushions, if not properly stored and secured,
can blow out of the boat.
M - 9 TRANSOM STORAGE LOCKER
The transom storage provides fender storage and
dockside power cord storage. The storage locker are
latched closed and can be locked. To open, lift the handle.
The latches are flush mounted to prevent injury or acci-
dental opening while underway. See Figure M9.
Figure M9: Transom Storage Locker