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Securing Dock Lines

Securing a boat that is tied along side the dock typically requires
a bow and stern line and two spring lines.   The bow and stern
lines are usually secured to the dock at a 40° angle aft of the
stern cleat and forward of the bow cleat.  The after bow spring
line is secured to the dock at a 40° angle aft of the after bow
spring cleat.  The forward quarter spring is secured to the dock
at a 40° angle forward of the stern cleat.  The spring lines keep
the boat square to the dock and reduce fore and aft movement
while allowing the boat to move up and down with the tide.

Securing a boat that in a slip is somewhat different.  It typically
requires two bow lines secured to pilings on each side of the
bow, two stern lines secured to the dock and two spring lines
that prevent the boat from hitting the dock.  The bow lines are
typically secured with enough slack to allow the boat to ride the
tide.  The stern lines are crossed.  One line runs from the port
aft boat cleat to the starboard dock cleat and the other line runs
from the starboard aft boat cleat to the port cleat on the dock.
The stern lines center the boat, control the forward motion,
and allow the boat to ride the tide.  Two forward quarter spring
lines typically are secured to the stern cleats and to mid ship
pilings or cleats.  The spring lines keep the boat from backing
into the dock while allowing it to ride the tide.

Leaving the Dock

Always start the engines and let them warm up for several min-
utes before releasing the lines. Boats steer from the stern and it
is important that you achieve enough clearance at the stern to
maneuver the boat as quickly as possible. Push the stern off and
maneuver such that you get stern clearance quickly. Proceed
slowly until well clear of the dock and other boats.

Mooring

Approach the mooring heading into the wind or current.  Shift to
neutral when you have just enough headway to reach the buoy.
Position a crew member on the bow to retrieve the mooring
with a boat hook and secure the line.  Keep the engines running
until the line is secured.

Leaving a Mooring

Start the engines and let them warm up for several minutes
before releasing the mooring line.  The boat will already be
headed into the wind, so move it forward enough to loosen
the line and untie it.  Back the boat away from the mooring
until you can see the buoy.  Move the boat slowly away from
the mooring.

Anchoring

Make sure the bitter end of the anchor line is attached to boat
before dropping the anchor.  Bring the bow into the wind or cur-
rent and put the engine in neutral.  When the vessel comes to a
stop, lower the anchor over the bow.  Pay out anchor line so that
it is  at least 5 to 7 times the depth of the water and secure the
line to a cleat.  Use caution to avoid getting your feet or hands
tangle in the line.  Additional scope of 10 times the depth may
be required for storm conditions.  Check landmarks on shore

to make sure the anchor is not dragging. If it is dragging, you
will have to start all over. It is prudent to use two anchors if
your are anchoring overnight or in rough weather.

Releasing the Anchor

Release  the  anchor  by  driving  the  boat  slowly  to  the  point
where the anchor line becomes vertical.  It should release when
you pass that point.  If the anchor doesn’t release right away,
stop the boat directly above the anchor and tie the line to the
cleat as tight as possible.  The up and down movement of the
boat will usually loosen the anchor within a minute.  Make
sure you secure the anchor and properly stow the line before
operating the boat.

NEVER  ANCHOR THE  BOAT  BY THE  STERN.
THE  STERN  OF THE  BOAT  IS VULNERABLE TO
SWAMPING FROM WAVE ACTION AND WIND AND
CURRENT WILL  PUT  MORE  STRESS  ON THE
ANCHOR WHEN IT IS ATTACHED TO THE STERN.
ONLY ANCHOR THE BOAT BY THE BOW

12.6 Controls, Steering, or

Propulsion System Failure:

If the propulsion, control or steering system fails while you
are operating the boat, bring both throttles to idle and shift to
neutral.   Decide whether you need to put out the anchor to
prevent the boat from drifting or to hold the bow into the seas.
Investigate and correct the problem if you can.  Turn the engines
off before going into the engine compartment to make repairs.
If you are unable to correct the problem, call for help.

If only one engine has failed, you can usually run home on
the other engine.  Be careful not to apply too much power to
the engine that is running.  When only one engine is used to
power a twin engine boat, that engine is over propped and can
be overloaded if too much throttle is applied.  You should con-
tact your dealer or the engine manufacturer for the maximum
power settings when running on one engine.

12.7 Collision

If your boat is involved in a collision with another boat, dock,
piling or a sandbar, your ﬁrst priority is to check your pas-
sengers for injuries and administer ﬁrst aid if necessary.  Once
your passengers situations are stabilized, thoroughly inspect
the boat for damage.  Check below decks for leaks and the
control systems for proper operation.  Plug all leaks or make
the necessary repairs to the control systems before proceeding
slowly and carefully to port.  Request assistance if necessary.
Haul the boat and make a thorough inspection of the hull and
running gear for damage.