Preparing and dropping the anchor

F or dropping anchor the next points must be observed and followed:

1. Everyone must have protective clothing.
2. The person manning the winch must also have a face mask or goggles and earplugs.
3. Establish and test the radio with the bridge.
4. Check and test the anchor winch.
5. Put the winch on the brake, check that it is holding and the gear engaged.
6. Remove any additional lashings, pipe covers and last the chain stopper.
7. Release the brake and lower the chain by winch till the waterline. Heave back up a little to check if the chain is running freely.
8. Tighten the brake and disengage the gear. Check if it is disengaged by turning it slightly.
9. Confirm to the bridge that the anchor is ready for dropping and that the area is clear of any obstacles.
10. On order of the bridge let go the anchor to the desired amount of shackles.
11. On constant intervals, inform the bridge the length, direction and condition of the chain.

1. When the anchor chain is on the desired length inform the bridge.
2. Check if the anchor is holding and inform the bridge if it is holding.
3. Put the chain stopper in place between 2 shackles and secure with the safety pin. Slack the chain a little to take of the tension from the winch. The brake can stay open.
4. Heave the anchor ball.
   
   
5. W arning: If the chain does not go out, NEVER try anything to let it go. Follow the next step!
   If the chain does not fall freely, close the brake and engage the gear. Open the brake and lower by winch a few shackles. After, put the brake again, disengage the gear and try letting it fall again.

1. Warning: The person manning the winch must never stand directly behind the chain pipe. If something happens he/she might get hit by the chain!

Дата добавления: 2015-11-14