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n 2.8 Anchoring
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WINDLASS
The electric windlass works with the 12 V domestic batteries.
The windlass is operated using the controls located in the starboard
locker on the forward deck or those located in the chain counter box
(optional) in the helm station.
If the electrical windlass does not function properly, check its circuit
breaker located in the passageway locker facing the aft starboard
cabin.
For the maintenance of the windlass, please refer to the manufacturer’s
guide.
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PREPARING ANCHORING
Set the strop fastening it to the chainplates at the ends of the main
beam.
Insert the strop inside the stem anchor roller.
Make fast the strop to the central cleat when lowering the chain.
n 2.6 Gangway (optional)
The boat may optionally be fitted with a foldable carbon gangway.
Remove, store and stow the gangway when sailing.
n 2.7 Steering system
The steering system is made up of steering cables (stainless steel
cables) and two aluminium quadrants.
You can reach it through the engine compartments both starboard
and port sides.
The suspended rudders are fitted with stainless steel stocks.
Only WD 40 should be used to maintain nylon, ertalon or teflon
bushings.
Please refer to Chapter ‘SAFETY’ as for the emergency tiller use.
RECOMMENDATION
Use the electric windlass when one or two engines
are operating.
WARNING
Do not use the gangway as a diving board.
RECOMMENDATION
Before you anchor, check the type of the sea bed,
the depth of water and the strength of the stream.
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