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2. Anchoring Procedures
IMPORTANT: Read these notes before continuing.
The following guidelines are designed to assist crews in the correct usage of Lewmar anchoring equipment when
deploying or retrieving the anchor.
Ensure the crew are fully trained in proper anchoring techniques to safely anchor the boat.
Refer to the Lewmar Owners’ Manual for safe operation of your windlass.
2.1 Windlass Holding Load
The holding load of a windlass is calculated to be 1,5 x Max. Pull. If a higher load than this is exerted back
through the windlass, breakages may occur.
2.2 Deploying Anchor
Apply the windlass band brake to prevent the gypsy from rotating. Remove any devils claw device used for
securing the anchor, and ensure that the chain stopper is also released.
Raise the windlass drum / top nut to disengage the drive dogs. Ensuring that it is safe to do so, gradually release
the brake to allow the anchor & anchor chain to free fall, keeping its descent under control using the brake to
prevent it running away. Continue until the required amount of chain has been deployed to offer the ideal scope
for the conditions.
2.3 Apply the Chain Stopper
Engage the chain stopper paddle ensuring that it is fully registered between adjoining links.
2.4 Setting Anchor
Once the anchor load has been transferred to the chain stopper, it is now possible to use the boats’ engine
power to set the anchor. If more scope is required, release the chain stopper and pay out more chain, ensur-
ing that the chain stopper has once again been applied before allowing more load to be pulled. Once anchored,
secure the anchor rode using the chain stopper. Tighten down the windlass drum / top nut to re-engage the drive
dogs in preparation for raisingthe anchor.
2.5 Breaking & Retrieving Anchor
Release the chain stopper.
The windlass must not be used for pulling the boat to the anchor or breaking out the anchor if it
is fouled.
When retrieving the anchor rode, always motor towards the anchor. If the anchor is fouled, re-apply the chain
stopper and use the boat’s engine to break the anchor loose.
2.6 Stowing Anchor
As the anchor breaks water, use short pulses on the control to bring the anchor up to its docking position,
watching carefully to ensure that it is correctly orientated to prevent damage. Once the anchor has been fully
docked, apply the devils claw or other device to secure the anchor, before releasing any tension on the windlass.
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