OPERATION MANUAL
Beneteau 43 - Olivetta
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– Windlass
Windlass
Olivetta is fitted with an electric anchor winch, 55 metres of chain and a CQR type
anchor. A spare anchor is located in the starboard aft cockpit locker.
The winch raises the anchor when the
UP
switch is pressed and lowers the anchor
when the
DOWN
switch is pressed.
Always run the engine when using the winch.
The circuit breaker is located in the port aft cabin under the locker and should be in the
ON
position. If the winch is overloaded the circuit breaker will trip. Push the switch up
to reset.
To Lower the Anchor
1.
Select your location from the 100 Magic Miles and check water depth and tidal
movement. Stop the vessel with the bow into the wind.
2.
Calculate 4 X maximum depth (which is charted depth plus overnight high tide).
With the tender alongside press the
DOWN
deck switch while reversing the vessel
and laying out the chain as it goes.
3.
When the required length of chain is released, allow the vessel to lay into the wind
and engage reverse gear and move the vessel back until the anchor is set.
4.
If the anchor doesn't hold let out a further 10 metres of chain and try again.
5.
A minimum of 30 metres of chain should be let out at all times.
To Lift the Anchor
1.
Open anchor locker hatch and make sure the chain doesn't stack up.
2.
Motor very slowly forward, so the chain is vertical. Press the
UP
foot switch
. Don't
over run the chain
and ensure chain comes up vertically. Keep the skipper informed
so the vessel moves ahead only as fast as the chain is retrieved.
3.
The windlass is designed to lift the weight of the chain and anchor only.
Do not
overload it by pulling the boat forward.
*
CAUTION
- If the anchor is snagged in rocks or coral and you try to break it free
don't let this load go through the winch. Use the bridle or secure the chain to the
main bollard.
*
It is not necessary to adjust the tension on the winch clutch.
*
Ensure the chain is falling into locker easily. If the chain stacks up you will have to
rectify the situation.
*
Always leave the chain slightly loose and don't snub the anchor hard onto the roller
to avoid overloading the windlass.
*
Do not move the boat forward until the anchor is fully home in the bow fitting.
WARNING
When using a windlass, it is important to keep your fingers and toes well away from the
teeth of the windlass and the chain as it passes over the bow roller, as accidentally
trapping them could cause serious injury.
Keep your fingers and toes away from the chain as it passes over the bow roller.
