OPERATION MANUAL
Dehler 34 - Treasure VI
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– Windlass
Windlass
Treasure VI is fitted with an electric anchor winch, 60 metres of chain and a CQR type
anchor.
The winch raises the anchor when the
UP
switch is pressed and lowers the anchor
when the
DOWN
switch is pressed.
Always run the engines when using the winch.
The circuit breaker is located under chart table 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 depth and with the tender alongside press the
DOWN
switch.
3.
When the required length of chain is released (minimum 30 metres) allow the vessel
to lay into the wind.
4.
If the anchor doesn't hold let out a further 10 metres of chain and try again.
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
switch.
Don't over
run the chain
and make sure 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 snubber or secure the chain to the
main bollard.
*
Ensure the chain is falling into locker easily. If the chain stacks up you will have to
rectify the situation by pushing the chain aside.
*
Always leave the chain slightly loose and don't snub the anchor hard onto the roller
to avoid overloading the windlass.
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.
