PERSUIT DC 235 DUAL CONSOLE, Owner'S Manual

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7-2
Section 7 Exterior Equipment
DC235
The anchor is lowered by releasing the
anchor from the cleat or chain snubber on
the pulpit and activating the “Deploy” switch
at the helm. After the anchor is set, do not
allow the windlass to take the force from the
anchor line; secure line to the anchor line
cleat.
The anchor is retrieved by releasing the line
from the bow cleat and activating the
“Retrieve” switch at the helm. When the
chain begins to enter the windlass gypsy,
release the switch. Jog the switch to start
and stop the windlass, to allow the anchor to
properly seat for stowage in the anchor
roller. Inspect the anchor to ensure it is
stowed correctly, with the plow/flukes down
so the anchor will not contact the hull. Once
the anchor is stowed, secure the anchor to
the chain snubber or bow cleat to prevent it
from being released while underway.
Boats at anchor in high swell conditions will
snub on the anchor line. This can cause slip-
page or apply excessive loads to the wind-
lass.
DO NOT use the windlass as a winch to
move the boat over the anchor. Move the
boat under its own power to the anchor and
to break the anchor loose.
Windshield
The DC 235 is equipped with an opening,
heavy duty, fiberglass windshield. The front
and side wing panels are tempered safety
glass.
The vent window is provided with locks that
secure the window in the open and closed
position. The security of the vent window
should always be verified before getting
underway.
The vent window glazing can be replaced,
similar to replacing automotive windshields.
7.2 Cockpit
Boarding Platforms
Your Pursuit boat is equipped with port and
starboard aft integrated boarding platforms.
A foldaway boarding ladder is located in the
aft starboard corner of the boarding platform.
DO NOT use the boarding platforms or lad-
der while an engine is running. The engines
must be “OFF” before allowing anyone to
enter or exit the boat or when they are in the
water. Stow ladder before starting an engine.
Transom Door
Do not use the transom door when the boat
is in motion. DO NOT leave the transom
door unlatched. Latch it in the full “OPEN” or
full “CLOSED” position.
!
CAUTION
To prevent injury or damage to the
vent window or windshield the vent
window must be secured when in
either the open or closed position.
!
DANGER
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
AND/OR ROTATING PARTS HAZARD
Poisonous CO gases are present at
the rear of the boat when an engine is
running. A rotating propeller can cut
or entangle swimmers. Both of these
hazards will cause death or serious
injury. DO NOT use the swim/boarding
platform when the engine is running.
!
WARNING
UNSAFE BOAT HAZARD
Failure to close and secure transom
door/gate while underway can expose
passengers to rotating propellers,
throw them overboard or swamp the
boat which can cause death or seri-
ous injury. Close and secure door/
gate before getting underway.