EXTERIOR AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT
J - 1
RAILS&DECKHARDWARE
NOTICE
Allfittingsmustbeperiodicallyinspectedforloos-
ening, wear, and damage. Problems should be
corrected immediately!
Handrailshavebeeninstalledtoprovidesecurityforpas-
sengers in the cockpit. Limiting passenger movement
while underway is recommended. All those on board
should be safely seated whenever possible. Additional
care must be taken when in rough seas or foul weather.
Access to the foredeck should be through the foredeck
hatch when running in adverse conditions.
J - 2
TRANSOMDOOR
Transom doors are provided on all models. The transom
door is comprised of star board and is hinged to the tran-
som on all models. Refer to Figure J1. A strap is in-
stalled to keep the door open and a slide bolt secures the
door closed.
Therailsystemandhardwarefittingshavebeenselected
and installed to perform specific functions. Fenders or
mooring lines should not be secured to the rails or stan-
chions. Be certain that a clear lead exists when running
docklinesorananchorline. Alineinadvertentlythreaded
around a stanchion or over the rail could cause damage.
The majority of the hardware installed is made of stain-
less steel. Regardless of the type of hardware used,
periodic maintenance is necessary.
Cleaning the hardware with a non-abrasive cleaner will
help keep the original shine and beauty. Stainless steel
hardware, while quite durable, can become superficially
rusted. This can be controlled by cleaning the fittings
and applying a coat of wax. Any future rusting can be
easily removed by polishing and re-waxing.
The cleats that have been installed are specifically de-
signed and are intended to be used as mooring cleats.
Their purpose is for securing the vessel to a dock, pier,
mooring, or anchor.
Figure J1: Hinged Transom Door
Four WinnsBoatsarenotequippedwithanyhard-
ware designed for towing purposes. The moor-
ing cleats that are installed on the boat are not
to be used for towing another vessel or having
the boat towed. Refer to Section Q Operation
foradditionalprecautionsregardinggroundingand
towing.
On earlier 278 models, a sliding transom door was in-
stalled. Adrop pin secured the door. Refer to Figure J2.
To prevent a possible man overboard situation,
make sure the transom door is secure before
each cruise.
Topreventpersonalinjury,DONOTsitonorlean
against the transom door.
Vista Owners Manual
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Section J
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