Owner`s manual

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Section 7 Exterior Equipment
DC235 / DC265
The anchor is lowered by releasing the
anchor from the cleat or chain snubber on
the pulpit and activating the “Deploy” switch
at the helm. After the anchor is set, do not
allow the windlass to take the force from the
anchor line; secure line to the anchor line
cleat.
The anchor is retrieved by releasing the line
from the bow cleat and activating the
“Retrieve” switch at the helm. When the
chain begins to enter the windlass gypsy,
release the switch. Jog the switch to start
and stop the windlass, to allow the anchor to
properly seat for stowage in the anchor
roller. Inspect the anchor to ensure it is
stowed correctly, with the plow/flukes down
so the anchor will not contact the hull. Once
the anchor is stowed, secure the anchor to
the chain snubber or bow cleat to prevent it
from being released while underway.
Boats at anchor in high swell conditions will
snub on the anchor line. This can cause slip-
page or apply excessive loads to the wind-
lass.
DO NOT use the windlass as a winch to
move the boat over the anchor. Move the
boat under its own power to the anchor and
to break the anchor loose.
Windshield
The DC 235 is equipped with an opening,
heavy duty, aluminum windshield. The front
and side wing panels are tempered safety
glass. The DC265 is equipped with a two
piece fiberglass windshield with an opening
center vent window.
The vent window is provided with locks the
secure the window in the open and closed
position. The security of the vent window
should always be verified before getting
underway.
The glazing can be replaced, similar to
replacing automotive windshields. Refer to
Windshield Ventilation in the Ventilation
Downriggers DC265 (Dealer Installed)
Downriggers must be installed on the deck
area aft of the gunwale board. Your boat is
reinforced in this area for the installation of
downriggers. DO NOT install or insert down-
riggers in the rod holders mounted in the
gunwale boards; damage can occur.
! WARNING
MOVING PARTS OR
ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
Contact with moving parts can entan-
gle, cut, resulting in loss of body
parts, strangulation and/or severe
loss of blood, causing serious injury
or death. Stay clear of moving parts.
! CAUTION
DO NOT use windlass as the only
method of securing anchor in bow
pulpit. Secure anchor line to a cleat or
chain snubber before operating your
boat.
Anchor Line Secured to Cleat
! CAUTION
To prevent injury or damage to the
vent window or windshield the vent
window must be secured when in
either the open or closed position.