ANCHORING
1.
The weight of the anchor and diameter of anchor line
should be governed by the size and weight of your
boat. Obtain advice from your Larson dealer before
purchasing an anchor.
2.
Keep anchor secure while underway to prevent dam-
age or injury due to sudden shifting in the boat’s
attitude.
3.
Make sure the anchor line is secured to the bow eye or
deck cleat. Never tie to a rail, rail fitting, or other hard-
ware which is not meant to support this stress.
4.
Use two or more anchors if anchoring overnight or for
extended periods. If not using two anchors, make cer-
tain there is sufficient clearance for your boat to swing
in a full circle to prevent damage in case of shifting
winds.
5.
Make certain you have enough anchor line (or scope)
for the depth of water
. Y our anchor line should be 6 to 7
times the depth of water anchored in. For example, you
are in 20 feet of water, so use 120 to 140 feet of anchor
line.
Dropping Anchor
1.
Have a crew member carefully lower the anchor. Keep
slight tension on the anchor while lowering and main-
tain your tension after anchor reaches bottom.
2.
Maneuver the boat backwards slowly until the proper
length of anchor line is handed out.
3.
Fasten the anchor line around the bow eye or deck
cleat. Anchor flukes should dig in and catch.
Watch for anchor drag by checking shoreline landmarks at
the time the anchor is dropped and one-half hour later. If
the boat has drifted away from these reference marks, the
anchor is dragging and must be reset.
Weigh (pull in) Anchor
1.
It is recommended to have the engine running when
you pull in anchor.
2.
Slowly maneuver the boat forward to reduce tension on
the line and make retrieval of the anchor line easier.
3.
Pull in the length of anchor line until the line is vertical.
Pull firmly to lift the anchor’s shank and free the flukes
from the bottom.
If the anchor becomes stuck, attach the vertical line to the
mooring cleat. Wave action on the bow may lift flukes from
the bottom and free the anchor. If the anchor is still stuck,
feed out a few feet of line and attach it to the bow cleat.
Maneuver the boat around the anchor, keeping the line
firm. Locate an angle that will pull the anchor free.
FUELING RECOMMENDATIONS
While alcohol boosts the octane level of gasoline, it also
attacks the rubber fuel distribution lines and even metal
fuel system components. Alcohol will permeate most fuel
hoses and other components such as fuel pump, gaskets,
and seals. Alcohol also contributes to fuel system contami-
3.6
WARNING:
Do notuse fuels that incorporate any
form of alcohol or alcohol derivatives. Alcohol destroys
marine fuel system hoses and components, that could
result in hazardous leaks, fire, and explosion.
ANCHORING
1. The weight of the anchor and diameter of anchor line
should be governed by the size and weight of your
boat. Obtain advice from your Larson dealer before
purchasing an anchor.
2. Keep anchor secure while underway to prevent dam-
age or injury due to sudden shifting in the boat’s
attitude.
3. Make sure the anchor line is secured to the bow eye or
deck cleat. Never tie to a rail, rail fitting, or other hard-
ware which is not meant to support this stress.
4. Use two or more anchors if anchoring overnight or for
extended periods. If not using two anchors, make cer-
tain there is sufficient clearance for your boat to swing
in a full circle to prevent damage in case of shifting
winds.
5. Make certain you have enough anchor line (or scope)
for the depth of water. Your anchor line should be 6 to 7
times the depth of water anchored in. For example, you
are in 20 feet of water, so use 120 to 140 feet of anchor
line.
Dropping Anchor
1. Have a crew member carefully lower the anchor. Keep
slight tension on the anchor while lowering and main-
tain your tension after anchor reaches bottom.
2. Maneuver the boat backwards slowly until the proper
length of anchor line is handed out.
3. Fasten the anchor line around the bow eye or deck
cleat. Anchor flukes should dig in and catch.
Watch for anchor drag by checking shoreline landmarks at
the time the anchor is dropped and one-half hour later. If
the boat has drifted away from these reference marks, the
anchor is dragging and must be reset.
Weigh (pull in) Anchor
1. It is recommended to have the engine running when
you pull in anchor.
2. Slowly maneuver the boat forward to reduce tension on
the line and make retrieval of the anchor line easier.
3. Pull in the length of anchor line until the line is vertical.
Pull firmly to lift the anchor’s shank and free the flukes
from the bottom.
If the anchor becomes stuck, attach the vertical line to the
mooring cleat. Wave action on the bow may lift flukes from
the bottom and free the anchor. If the anchor is still stuck,
feed out a few feet of line and attach it to the bow cleat.
Maneuver the boat around the anchor, keeping the line
firm. Locate an angle that will pull the anchor free.
FUELING RECOMMENDATIONS
While alcohol boosts the octane level of gasoline, it also
attacks the rubber fuel distribution lines and even metal
fuel system components. Alcohol will permeate most fuel
hoses and other components such as fuel pump, gaskets,
and seals. Alcohol also contributes to fuel system contami-
3.6
WARNING:
Do not use fuels that incorporate any
form of alcohol or alcohol derivatives. Alcohol destroys
marine fuel system hoses and components, that could
result in hazardous leaks, fire, and explosion.