GREENLINE 40 - Anchoring; Figure 25: Anchor Winch with Chain Stopper

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ANCHORING
As a general rule, the chain should be paid out over at least three times the depth of water.
RECOMENDATION!
Before anchoring, check the depth of water, current power and nature of the sea bed.
Figure 25: Anchor winch with chain stopper
ANCHORING:
- Lough the boat through to lose way,
- Pay out.
When anchored:
- Release the chain or cable from the cable-lifter,
- Secure the chain on the cleat.
RECOMENDATION!
Don't use the cable lifter to secure the chain.
HEAVING UP ANCHOR:
- Lock the windlass snubber,
- Ensure that the chain is properly seated in the cable lifter,
- Heave in slowly with the engine. Don't use the windlass to hoist the boat,
- Heave the anchor up to the pipe,