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Chapter 7
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
There are several groups of equipment located on the deck
and cockpit of your vessel. Some are standard and others
are optional equipment. For the most in-depth informa-
tion, refer to that particular equipment manufacturer’s
manual located in the owner’s document pouch.
Equipment or vendors may change during a boat’s life cycle.
Portions of the components discussed here may or may
not be on your vessel. They may vary visually or in de-
scription . Regal retains the right to change vendors, equip-
ment, specifications and other technical data at any time.
WINDLASS
If equipped, the windlass is used for anchoring. It features
a chain and anchor. There are dual operating foot controls
on the forward deck. These foot controls operate the
anchor up or down by stepping on the appropriate foot
button. The deck foot controls work independently of
the dash switch which is a two way toggle switch located
on the dash panel featuring a red lock-out button. Note
that the lock-out button in the “off” position prevents
the windlass from accidentally letting the anchor out. Be
sure to familiarize yourself with the windlass owner’s
manual before attempting to operate it.
Also, there is a foot control shut off switch located in the
starboard bow hatch. When this switch is off both deck
foot controls along with the dash red lock-out switch are
deactivated. Refer to the illustration.
Keep all body parts and
loose clothing clear of the
chain and gypsy to avoid
personal injury. The
windlass should not be the
only means of releasing the
anchor. Never use the
windlass under power with
the emergency handle
inserted into the clutch nut
or gypsy cap.
To let out the anchor make
sure the gypsy is locked and
the safety lanyard is off the anchor chain. Use the down
foot control or the dash switch to let the anchor out while
backing down slightly in reverse.
We recommend that the vessel’s engines are used in reverse
slightly to break the anchor loose instead of the windlass.
Once loose, press the up foot control switch or use the
dash switch to retrieve the anchor. As the anchor
approaches the boat slow the process down so the bow is
not damaged by the rising anchor. Maintain sufficient
chain tension to control the vessel and prevent the bow
from swinging. Before maintenance is performed, remove
the chain from the gypsy and rope from the drum.
Periodically spray down the outer casting of the anchor
windlass. Use only chain and spare parts as recommended
by the manufacturer.
Note that the anchor features a safety lanyard that must
be released for the anchor to be operated through the
windlass controls. Reconnect lanyard after retrieving
anchor.
Up Foot Control
Down Foot Control
Windlass
Chain Guard
Chain
Windlass
cut-out
switch
Windlass
Emergency
Handle
Safety Lanyard
TYPICAL WINDLASS
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