Owner`s manual

3070 EXPRESS
Anchoring
Make sure the bitter end of the anchor rode is attached to the boat before dropping the anchor.
Bring the bow into the wind or current and put the engine in neutral. When the vessel comes to
a stop, lower the anchor over the bow. Pay out anchor line so that it is at least 5 to 7 times the
depth of the water and secure the line to a cleat. Use caution to avoid getting your feet or hands
tangled in the line. Additional scope of 10 times the depth may be required for storm conditions.
Check landmarks on shore to make sure the anchor is not dragging. If it is dragging, you will have
to start all over. It is prudent to use two anchors if you are anchoring overnight or in rough
weather.
Releasing the Anchor
Release the anchor by driving the boat slowly to the point where the anchor line becomes vertical.
It should release when you pass that point. If the anchor doesn't release right away, stop the boat
directly above the anchor and tie the line to the cleat as tight as possible. The up and down
movement of the boat will usually loosen the anchor within a minute. Make sure you secure the
anchor and properly stow the line before operating the boat.
NEVER ANCHOR THE BOAT BY THE STERN. THE STERN OF THE BOAT IS VUL-
NERABLE TO SWAMPING FROM WAVE ACTION AND WIND AND CURRENT WILL
PUT MORE STRESS ON THE ANCHOR WHEN IT IS ATTACHED TO THE STERN.
ONLY ANCHOR THE BOAT BY THE BOW
12.7 Controls, Steering or Propulsion System Failure
If the propulsion, control or steering system fails while you are operating the boat, bring both
throttles to idle and shift to neutral. Decide whether you need to put out the anchor to prevent
the boat from drifting or to hold the bow into the seas. Investigate and correct the problem if you
can. Turn the engines off before opening the engine cowling to make repairs. If you are unable
to correct the problem, call for help.
If only one engine has failed, you can usually run home on the other engine. Be careful not to
apply too much power to the engine that is running. When only one engine is used to power a
twin engine boat, that engine is over propped and can be overloaded if too much throttle is
applied. You should contact your dealer or the engine manufacturer for the maximum power
settings when running on one engine.
12.8 Collision
If your boat is involved in a collision with another boat, dock, piling or a sandbar, your first
priority is to check your passengers for injuries and administer first aid if necessary. Once your
passenger's situations are stabilized, thoroughly inspect the boat for damage. Check below decks
for leaks and the control systems for proper operation. Plug all leaks or make the necessary
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