M - 8 TRANSOM STORAGE LOCKER
Anchor Chute
Rope & Chain
Anchor Line
The transom storage provides storage for such things
as dock fenders, personal floatation devices, dockside
power cord(s) etc. The storage lockers use latches for
easy access. To open, lift the handle. The latches are
flush mounted to prevent injury or accidental opening.
See Figure M10.
Bow Roller
Storage Chute
Chain Stop
Anchor
Figure M11: Integrated Bow Platform
M - 10 WINDLASS OPTION
An optional windlass is an electrically controlled winch
mechanism for retrieving the anchor available on the
V265 and V285 models. The mechanical winch
portion is mounted inside the anchor locker, at the
bow. See Figure M12. The windlass can be controlled
by a set of foot pads (electrical switches) mounted on
the foredeck or it can be operated from the helm. A
circuit breaker on the battery switch is provided to
protect the windlass from a possible overload situa-
tion. A circuit breaker at the 12VDC helm breaker
Figure M10: Transom Storage Locker
M - 9 BOW PLATFORM
The V265 and V285 models are designed with an inte- panel is also provided to protect the windlass circuit.
grated bow platform. This bow platform provides a
functional base for anchoring. The anchor is stored in
the anchor chute of the platform. The anchor roller
provides support for the chain/rope and anchor. Note
the anchor with rope and chain is optional for the
V265. An anchor line locker is standard for anchor line
storage. See Figure M11. Refer to Chapman’s
Piloting, Seamanship and Small Boat Handling or
local anchorage authority for anchor type and size
recommendation.
Refer to the manufacturer’s literature included in the
owner’s packet for windlass operation (if applicable).
Windlass
Foot
Switches
Windlass
Chain Stop
To prevent a possible man overboard situation,
NEVER stand on, or try to utilize the bow
platform in any way while the boat is underway.
Anchor
Locker Lid
Figure M12: Windlass Option
Along with the windlass comes an anchor, rope
and chain. The anchor line is stored in the anchor line
locker located underneath the anchor locker. The
locker keeps the line secure while underway and
keeps the deck clear of unsightly anchor line when
docked. A deck plate provides access to the anchor
line locker.
Exterior Equipment - Section M
Owner’s Manual Page 152
| Categories | Four Winns Manuals, Four Winns V-Series Manuals |
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| Tags | Four Winns V265, Four Winns V285 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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