PURSUIT 2670 Denali, Руководство пользователя

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2670 DENALI
Dock lines are generally twisted or braided nylon. Nylon is strong and stretches to absorb shock.
It also has a long life and is soft and easy on the hands. The line's size will vary with the size of
the boat. Typically a 30 to 40 foot boat will use 5/8-inch line and a 20 to 30 foot boat will
use 1/2-inch line. The number of lines and their configuration will vary depending on the dock,
the range of the tide, and many other factors. Usually a combination of bow, stern and spring lines
is used to secure the boat.
Maneuvering to the Dock
Approach the dock slowly at a 30 to 40 degree angle. Whenever possible, approach against the
wind or current. Turn the engines straight and shift to neutral when you feel you have enough
momentum to reach the dock. Use reverse on the outboard engine while turning the steering
wheel toward the dock to slow the boat and pull the stern toward the dock as the boat approaches.
Straighten the engines and use both engines to stop the boat if it is still moving forward against
the pilings. If you executed your approach properly, the boat will lightly touch the pilings at the
same time the forward momentum is stopped. Have the dock lines ready and secure the boat as
soon at it stops. Use fenders to protect the boat while it is docked. Keep the engines running
until the lines are secured.
Backing into a Slip
Approach the slip with the stern against the wind or current and the engines straight ahead. Use
the engines and turn the steering wheel to maneuver the boat into alignment with the slip. Reverse
the engines and slowly back into the slip. Shift from reverse to neutral frequently to prevent the
boat from gaining too much speed. Move the stern right and left by shifting the engines in and
out of gear or turning the wheel. When nearly in the slip all the way, straighten the engines and
shift to forward to stop. Keep the engines running until the lines are secured.
Securing Dock Lines
Securing a boat that is tied along side the dock typically requires a bow and stern line and two
spring lines. The bow and stern lines are usually secured to the dock at a 40° angle aft of the stern
cleat and forward of the bow cleat. The after bow spring line is secured to the dock at a 40° angle
aft of the after bow spring cleat. The forward quarter spring is secured to the dock at a 40° angle
forward of the stern cleat. The spring lines keep the boat square to the dock and reduce fore and
aft movement while allowing the boat to move up and down with the tide.
Securing a boat in a slip is somewhat different. It typically requires two bow lines secured to
pilings on each side of the bow, two stern lines secured to the dock and two spring lines that
prevent the boat from hitting the dock. The bow lines are typically secured with enough slack
to allow the boat to ride the tide. The stern lines are crossed. One line runs from the port aft boat
cleat to the starboard dock cleat and the other line runs from the starboard aft boat cleat to the
port cleat on the dock. The stern lines center the boat, control the forward motion, and allow the
boat to ride the tide. Two forward quarter spring lines typically are secured to the stern cleats
and to mid ship pilings or cleats. The spring lines keep the boat from backing into the dock while
allowing it to ride the tide.
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