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should also be available . Sailboats cannot be picked up well on radar, thus the radar reflector

is a must for bad weather.

These should be purchased commercially and stored carefully to prevent damage since the

accuracy of the angles on the reflector are most important.

14.10 Anchor

The type of anchor carried will vary from region to region according to bottom conditions. The

anchor should include an anchor line, minimum length of three times the length of the yacht

which is attached to approximately six feet of chain, which in turn is attached to the anchor.

This chain ensures that the stock of the anchor will lie on the bottom permitting the anchor to dig

into the bottom as it is dragged.

15. LAUNCHING AND STORAGE PROCEDURES

IMPORTANT: It is not recommended that you lift a yacht stored in a shipping cradle by fork lifts

without additional strengthening of the cradle. Most forks concentrate the maximum weight in a

small area and some damage to the hull may result. Boats being lifted in shipping cradles

should have straps or forks placed under fore and aft upright supports.

15.2 Prior to Launch Check List

(a) Prior to launching all through hull valves should be closed to prevent any leakage.

Check that all through hull fittings are secure and that valves open and~close easily.

(b) Check that batteries are fully charged, battery terminals are clean and all electrical

connections are also clean and secure.

raw water intake filter with water. (Intake-valve should also be closed.)

(d) Check and clean propeller and shaft and check for excessive play in the strut bearing.

Ensure that the blades of a folding propeller open and close readily and that all cotter pins are in

place and secure.

(e) Wash the exterior of the boat with soapy water to reveal any scratches or damage.

Repair damaged areas as necessary.

(f) Wax hull exterior. Pigment, which tends to make small scratches disappear where the

hull is polished, may be mixed into the wax before application.

15.2 After Launch Check

(a) Check stuffing box of drive shaft for any leaks (a small leak will disappear as soon as the

engine runs for a short period of time, since the seals may have dried out over the lay-up

period. )

(b) Check all through hull fittings, sea cocks and the bilge to ensure that no leaks exist