OPERATION MANUAL
Beneteau 43 - Olivetta
Page 11
– Windlass
Emergency Manual Anchoring ONLY
To Release Chain
Carefully release the gypsy by turning it anti-clockwise with the winch handle.
As soon as the gypsy is free the chain will run out so do this slowly.
Do not touch the deck switches and keep your fingers away from the winch.
If the gypsy does not release it might need a gentle tap to break it free.
You could also manually pull the anchor forward and lower it into the water for a few
metres.
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Once the anchor is falling freely regulate its descent by tightening the gypsy with the
handle.
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Check the 10 metre chain markers after 30 metres to ensure you let out four times
the depth of water in chain. (15 metres depth is your maximum for anchoring).
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Move the vessel slowly astern downwind as the anchor chain goes out.
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When you have enough chain out tighten the gypsy to stop the chain.
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When the anchor is set attach the bridle and let out the chain so it takes the load.
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Retighten the gypsy.
CAUTION - Do not overtighten the gypsy. Use only one hand on the handle and about
10 kilograms force. If it slips tighten it slightly.
