Regal 32 EXPRESS, Owner'S Manual

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Systems
Manual Free Fall
The anchor can be dropped without the use of battery
power with this feature.
To use:
• Check that pawl is in disengaged position.
• Release the chain stopper.
• Insert winch handle in top nut. Loosen top nut by
turning counter-clockwise until anchor drops.
• Control the rate of fall with handle.
• Once paid out fully tighten top nut.
To avoid possible bodily injury and/or property damage read and
understand the windlass operation manual before attempting to use
the windlass or anchor components.
TYPICAL WINDLASS SYSTEM OVERVIEW
TYPICAL WINDLASS-SAFETY WARNINGS
♦ Ensure that limbs, fi ngers, hair and clothing are kept
clear of the windlass and anchor during operation.
♦ Check to see that there are no swimmers or divers
nearby before dropping the anchor.
♦ Remove the handle from the gipsy when operating the
windlass from the foot controls or helm switch power.
♦ Always turn the windlass power suppy to the “off ”
position when not in use.
♦ While at anchor, the load on the chain/rope must be
transferred to a cleat.
♦ Do not use a windlass as a holding device for
towing.
♦ Never use a windlass to lift a person, boat, etc.
♦ Check to make sure the permit switch is locked when
the windlass is not in use.
♦ Remove the anchor safety lanyard before powering
up the windlass.
♦ Fasten the anchor safety lanyard immediately after the
anchor is positioned at the bow.
♦ Do not attempt to pull a load greater than the rated
load of the windlass.
♦ Always use the vessel’s engines to aid anchor
recovery.
♦ Refer the the windlass manufacturer’s owner
manual for more detailed operating and maintenance
information.