Axis Wake Research A20 - Anchoring

towing boat as well. Always aempt to secure assistance from shore and rescue organizaons such as the
U.S. Coast Guard. Never tow a boat that is the same size or larger. A tow line should aach only from the
stern eyes to the bow eye, with sucient line to avoid contact between the two boats. Do not use three-
strand twisted nylon rope as it has too much elascity. Lines need to stay free of propellers on both boats.
Never hold on to the rope aer it is taut.
Only boat operators with knowledge of correct technique should undertake to tow. Move slowly to
prevent strain on the line, and be ready to cast loose or cut the line if condions become hazardous.
ANCHORING
Consult with your authorized Axis dealer regarding the best selecon for an anchor and how to properly
aach it to your boat. Always anchor from the bow of the boat as it has less chance to breaking free if a
heavy wind or sea condions arise.
DOCKING
AND TIE-UP
Docking a boat requires considerable pracce to be
eecve and avoid damage to the boat. Docking must
always be done at slow speed.
Before aempng to dock, pracce in an open body
of water. Slow the throle to no-wake speed. Shi into
neutral and dri slowly toward the dock. If necessary,
shi the boat into reverse to further slow or stop the
boat.
Never insert a
hand, arm or other
body part between
the dock and the
boat, or attempt to keep the boat from hitting the dock. The boat could push against the
dock, pinning the appendage and causing severe injury.
The following are recommended guidelines for docking:
• Approach the dock with the starboard side of the boat, if possible. You will be able to see the edges of
the dock and boat beer.
• Come to a stop at a short distance from the dock, and then proceed slowly (no-wake).
• Have fenders, mooring lines and crew ready.
• Observe how the wind and current are moving the boat. Approach the dock with the boat pointed into
the wind, if possible. If the wind or current is pushing you away from the dock, use a sharper angle of
approach. If you must approach the dock downwind or down current, use a slow speed and shallow
angle. Be ready to reverse to stop and maintain posion.
• If there is no wind or current, approach the dock at a 10-to-20 degree angle.
• If possible, throw a line to a person on the dock and have that person secure a bow line.
• With the bow secure, swing the stern in with a slight throle and turning the steering wheel, or pull it
in with a boat hook.
2016 Axis Wake Research Owner’s Manual . . . Page 3-7