11/ Exterior Equipment
11.1 ANCHOR LOCKER
The anchor locker on your new boat has been designed for a Danforth, plough or claw
style anchor. Before using the anchor for an extended period or overnight, make sure
that the free end of the anchor line is attached to the boat’s anchor tie-off cleat, which is
located inside of the locker.
YOUR ANCHOR LINE SHOULD BE A MINIMUM OF 7 TIMES THE
DEPTH THAT YOU CAN ROUTINELY OPERATE.
YOUR BOAT SHOULD HAVE A MINIMUM OF 150 TO 200 FEET OF
½” THREE-STRAND NYLON LINE. IF YOU ROUTINELY VENTURE
OFFSHORE, ALWAYS USE THE SEVEN TIMES DEPTH RULE. IT IS
CRUCIAL TO BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN POSITION IN DEEP WATER.
11.2 BOARDING LADDER
Your boat is equipped with a fold down boarding ladder.
Always shut down the engine if people will be using the ladder. Even with the
engine neutral, there is a risk of injury from carbon monoxide, or accidental
engagement of the drive unit.
Check that the ladder has been stored before getting underway.
11.3 TRIM TABS
The trim tabs on your boat can assist the captain in maintaining trim and level running
attitude. When used in conjunction with the engine trim, a great deal of flexibility is
available to the operator. On your EdgeWater hull, the trim tabs are most useful to affect
lateral trim. For example, if the boat is loaded heavier to the port side, lowering the port
trim tab will help elevate that side and correct for the trim. This is important for both the
seaworthiness and fuel consumption of the boat. A hull is most efficient when running
level (port/starboard) and with the bow 3º to 5º above level. You can also use your trim
tabs to correct for heavy wind or other conditions that may affect the lateral level of your
boat.
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