Safety Notice; Important - Lewmar Pro/Fish Série Manuel D'installation

3- Safety Notice

WARNING!
3.1 Windlass general
At all times it is the responsibility of the boat user to ensure that the anchor and rode are properly
stowed for the prevailing sea conditions. This is particularly important with high-speed powerboats,
because an anchor accidentally deploying while under way can cause considerable damage. An
anchor windlass is mounted in the most exposed position on a vessel and is thus subject to severe
atmospheric attack resulting in a possibility of corrosion in excess of that experienced with most
other items of deck equipment. As the windlass may only be used infrequently, the risk of corrosion
is further increased. It is essential that the windlass is regularly examined, operated and given any
necessary maintenance.
Please ensure that you thoroughly understand the operation and safety requirements of the windlass
before commencing the installation. Only persons who are completely familiar with the controls and
those who have been fully made aware of the correct use of the windlass should be allowed to use it.
If there is any doubt of how to install or operate this unit please seek advice from a suitably qualified
engineer.
• Windlasses used incorrectly could cause harm to equipment or crew.
• Windlasses should be used with care and treated with respect.
• Boating, like many other activities can be hazardous. Even the correct selection, maintenance and
use of proper equipment cannot eliminate the potential for danger, serious injury or death.
• Lewmar windlasses are designed and supplied for anchor control in marine applications and are
not to be used in conjunction with any other use.
• Keep limbs, fingers, clothing and hair clear of windlass and anchor rope/chain and anchor during operation.
Severe bodily harm would result.
• Ensure there are no swimmers or divers nearby when dropping anchor.
• When the Windlass is not in use the anchor must be tied off onto a cleat or equivalent strong point to prevent
damage to the boat.
• Windlass must not be used as the sole means of securing the anchor to the bow fitting especially under storm
conditions. Anchors should be independently secured to prevent accidental release.
• Classification Societies require that a vessel lying at anchor must have its anchor rope/chain secured to a
chain stopper or other suitable independent strong point.
• A windlass should never be used as a mooring bollard, the anchor rode MUST be secured to a mooring
cleat, chain stopper or other designated strong point. Using the windlass to secure the rode will damage the
windlass.
• Do not use windlass for ANY purpose other than deployment and recovery of anchor.
• Do not wrap chain around a capstan barrel or drum where fitted.
• A circuit breaker/isolator should always be used with this windlass to protect the motor and cables from
overheating and damage.
• Always switch off this windlass at the circuit breaker/isolator when not in use.
• It is the unavoidable responsibility of the owner or master or other responsible party to assess the risk of any
operation on the vessel.
• Windlass must not be operated whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
3.2 Fitting
• This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this
manual. Failure to do so could result in poor product performance, personal injury and/or damage
to your boat.
• Consult the boat manufacturer if you have any doubt about the strength or suitability of the
mounting location.
3.3 Electrical
• Make sure you have switched off the power before you start installing this product.
• This product requires installation by a suitably qualified electrical engineer.
IMPORTANT: Read these notes before continuing.
Lewmar Pro-Series/Fish windlass ref B10414 iss.1
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