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When anchoring at a natural harbour make sure the depth is sufficient using an
echo sounder or a plumbline and lower the anchor sufficiently far from the shore.
A good hold is achieved when the length of the anchor rope equals 4 to 5 times
the depth. The hold will be improved by releasing more rope. The hold improves
significantly if the first three to five metres of the anchoring rope is chain or weighted
rope.
WARNING
NB
When towing another boat, use a sufficiently strong, floating towing line. Start
towing gently, avoid sharp movements and do no not overload the engine. When
towing a small dinghy, adjust the line length so that the dinghy rides on the downhill
slope of your wake. In straits and high waves bring the dinghy closer to the transom
to stabilise its movement. Fasten all equipment in the dinghy securely in case the
dinghy capsizes. When out in the open sea, cover the dinghy to prevent flooding
due to spray and splashing waves.
When towing or being towed, only attach the towing line to the fixing points
indicated in Figure 7.
WARNING
Never try to stop a heavy boat by hand or place your hand
or foot between the boat and the pier, shore or another boat.
Practice mooring procedures in fair weather. Use engine power
sparingly but resolutely.
When mooring the boat, take into account potential changes in
wind direction, changes in water level, waves and wake wash
from other boats. For further information please consult your
insurance company and other sources of information.
The towing line is under considerable stress when towing. If the
towing line snaps, the loose end may be fatal. Always use a
sufficiently thick towing line and avoid being directly in front of
the towing line.
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