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Exterior Equipment
Anchor and Rope Locker
The anchor rope locker, windlass and windlass
switch are concealed in a recess below a hatch in
the deck. A gas spring supports the hatch in the
open position. A flush, twist lock latch secures
the hatch in the closed position. There is a large
red dot in the handle that indicates that the latch
is in the open position and that it is not secure.
Always make sure the hatch is closed with the
latch in the secured position before operating the
boat above idle speed.
The rope locker and anchor line is accessed
through an opening next to the windlass. The
anchor line is always stored in the rope locker and
there is an eye fitting to secure the bitter end of
the anchor line.
The rope locker is designed for the anchor line and
not for storing anchors or additional anchor lines.
Do not store anchors or any heavy objects in the
locker. Anchors and weights for floating markers
will bounce and damage the hull or rope locker if
they are stored there. They will also interfere with
the operation of the windlass. Always store and
secure additional anchors and weights in a storage
compartment in the cockpit as far aft as possible.
The rope locker is drained by a fitting in the hull
side near the bottom of the locker. It is very
important to check the drain frequently to make
sure it is clean and free flowing.
Periodically remove the anchor line from the rope
locker, rinse it with fresh water and allow it to dry
in the sun. Cleaning the anchor line regularly
will reduce odors in the rope locker and increase
the life of the line.
The line should also be inspected for abrasions
or signs of deterioration. Replace the line if it
shows any sign of damage or deterioration. It is
important to replace the anchor line with a new
line of the type recommended or supplied by the
windlass manufacturer.
CLEAT
CHAIN
BINDER
Windlass, Chain Binder and Cleat