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WARNING! When towing, the towline is under high tension. If it should break, the
end that has snapped off may lash back at fatal speed. Always use a
thick enough rope and avoid the line of the towrope.
Figure. Location of anchoring bollards during towing, anchoring and mooring.
5.10.6 Trailer transport
You can transport your Yamarin boat on land conveniently on a trailer. However, make sure that
the trailer has sufficient load-bearing capacity to accommodate the boat, its engine and equipment,
etc. Also make sure that there are sufficient supports to reduce load points. A trailer's maximum
total weight is indicated on your car's registration certificate.
The trailer's keel supports should carry most of the weight of the boat. Adjust the keel supports so
that the boat cannot slide from side to side. An example of support placement is presented in the
figure below.
Clean the supports of sand and dirt, so they will not scratch the bottom of the boat. Double-check
that the trailer is securely coupled to the trailer tow hitch!
The place for lifting the boat out of the water should be sheltered, and the ramp should extend
deep enough into the water. Reverse the trailer so deep that the rearmost keel support is just above
the water. Drive the boat carefully towards the rearmost keel support and fasten the winch cable to
the trailer hook. Reel the boat up onto the trailer, taking care that the boat remains straight on the
trailer's centre line.
Tie the boat properly before beginning transport. Fastening belts located at the bow should be
directed "down-front". You can prevent the stern of the boat from shifting by tightening a sling
rope over the stern as depicted in the figure below. Do not leave any loose equipment or extra load
on the boat when it is being transported. Remove the seat cushions and close all hatches properly.
The engine should be in the driving position during transport. However, ensure that there remains
adequate clearance. If the clearance is not sufficient in this position, you can transport the engine
raised. In this case, the engine must be supported with a suitable support to protect the transom.
If the boat is kept on the trailer between transports, you must loosen the sling ropes for the
duration and only tighten them before the next transport.
NOTE! The trailer should be slightly front-weighted. Make sure that the boat is
fastened tight enough to the trailer, and that the weight of the boat is
divided equally between side supports. If the boat swings against a side
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