Prestige 440, Owner'S Manual

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ANCHORING BY HAND WITH USE OF A MANUAL WINDLASS
- Release the windlass brake using the handle located in the chain locker so as to allow the
chain lifter to turn freely and to release the anchor from the stem fitting
- Re-engage the brake and let the anchor hang until the mooring position is reached.
- Have the boat pointed into the wind and without speed.
- Release the brake and pay out the chain slowly.
- Control the speed of anchor lowering using the brake.
- Once the anchor has taken hold re-engage the brake and secure the hawser to the cleat.
HEAVING UP THE ANCHOR
- Lock the cable lifter snubber.
- Ensure the chain is properly set on the cable lifter.
- Slowly go near the anchor, using your engine (Don't use your windlass to winch the boat).
- Heave the anchor completely.
- Visually check the last meters till the anchor gets into contact with the davit.
- If you just change berth, check the position of the anchor on the stem fitting.
- For sailing, store the anchor in the chain locker or fasten the anchor to its roller.
- For electrical windlasses cut off the power supply as soon as the anchor has been lifted.
STERN ANCHORING
Stern anchoring shall be performed with the engine declutched.
- Secure the required length of cablet on the mooring cleat.
- Pay out the anchor line slowly.
- Take care not to damage the propellers and rudders.
ADVICE - RECOMMENDATION
- After each trip rinse the windlass and anchor chain or rode with fresh water.
- Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for windlass maintenance at the beginning or end
of the season.
- Check the swinging area once the boat is at anchor.