Owner‘s manual
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consider what action will be necessary when securing a tow line on board.
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of the forward cleats for towing
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corresponds to a horizontal tow of ca. 3640 kg.
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is recommended that the chain be tied onto a local strong point.
Caution
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holding ability of the anchor or change your anchorage.
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spread the load.
» The rails and stanchions are inappropriate to attach the tow line to it.
» A tow line shall always be made fast in a way that it can be released when under load.
» Avoid chafe at any line!
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chafe or unintentional loosening.
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the strong point to which it is attached.
» Always tow or be towed at slow speed.
» Never exceed the hull speed of a displacement craft when towing or being towed.
7.7. Preventing collisions at sea
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quire that a proper lookout be maintained at all times and observance of right of way. Make sure no
other vessels or other obstacles are in the path before proceeding.