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it forward enough to loosen the line and untie it.
Back the boat away from the mooring until you
can see the buoy. Move the boat slowly away
from the mooring.
Anchoring
Make sure the
bitter end of
the anchor rode
is attached to
the boat before
dropping the
anchor. Bring the bow into the wind or current
and put the engine in neutral. When the vessel
comes to a stop, lower the anchor over the bow.
Pay out anchor line so that it is at least 5 to 7
times the depth of the water and secure the line
to a cleat. Use caution to avoid getting your feet
or hands tangled in the line. Additional scope of
10 times the depth may be required for storm
conditions. Check landmarks on shore to make
sure the anchor is not dragging. If it is dragging,
you will have to start all over. It is prudent to use
two anchors if you are anchoring overnight or in
rough weather.
Releasing the Anchor
Release the anchor by driving the boat slowly to
the point where the anchor line becomes verti-
cal. It should release when you pass that point.
If the anchor doesn’t release right away, stop the
boat directly above the anchor and tie the line to
the cleat as tight as possible. The up and down
movement of the boat will usually loosen the an-
chor within a minute. Make sure you secure the
anchor and properly stow the line before operat-
ing the boat.
NEVER ANCHOR THE BOAT BY THE STERN. THE STERN
OF THE BOAT IS VULNERABLE TO SWAMPING FROM WAVE
ACTION. ADDITIONALLY, WIND AND CURRENT WILL PUT
MORE STRESS ON THE ANCHOR WHEN IT IS ATTACHED TO
THE STERN. ONLY ANCHOR THE BOAT BY THE BOW
12.6 Controls, Steering or
Propulsion System Failure
If the propulsion, control or steering system fails
while you are operating the boat, bring the throttle
to idle and shift to neutral. Decide whether you
need to put out the anchor to prevent the boat
from drifting or to hold the bow into the seas. In-
vestigate and correct the problem if you can. Turn
the engine off before opening the engine cowling
to make repairs. If you are unable to correct the
problem, call for help.
12.7 Collision
If your boat is involved in a collision with another
boat, dock, piling or a sandbar, your first priority is
to check your passengers for injuries and admin-
ister first aid if necessary. Once your passenger’s
situations are stabilized, thoroughly inspect the
boat for damage. Check below decks for leaks and
the control systems for proper operation. Plug all
leaks or make the necessary repairs to the control
systems before proceeding slowly and carefully to
port. Request assistance if necessary. Haul the
boat and make a thorough inspection of the hull
and running gear for damage.
12.8 Grounding, Towing
and Rendering Assistance
The law requires the owner or operator of a vessel
to render assistance to any individual or vessel in
distress, as long as his vessel is not endangered
in the process.
If the boat should become disabled, or if another
craft that is disabled requires assistance, great
care must be taken. The stress applied to a boat
during towing may become excessive. Excessive
stress can damage the structure of the boat and
create a safety hazard for those aboard.
Freeing a grounded vessel, or towing a boat that
is disabled, requires specialized equipment and
knowledge. Line failure and structural damage
caused by improper towing have resulted in fatal
injuries. Because of this, we strongly suggest
that these activities be left to those who have the
equipment and knowledge, e.g., the U.S. Coast
Guard or a commercial towing company, to safely
accomplish the towing task.