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Operation
Maneuvering to the Dock
Notice:
If your boat is equipped with a joystick
integrated into the engine control system
and you are using the joystick to maneuver
the boat, you should leave both engines
running while using the joystick control to
maneuver the boat to the dock or back into
the slip.
Note that most joystick controls will be de-
activated if either throttle or shift control
lever is moved while maneuvering the boat.
Electronic control system and joystick op-
eration is unique to the engines installed
on your boat. Operation manuals for the
engines and control systems are included
with this manual. You should read these
manuals thoroughly and understand the
control system in theory and operation be-
fore operating your boat. Additionally, your
dealer should demonstrate the operation
of the control system and instruct you in
operating the controls properly.
Approach the dock slowly at a 30 to 40 degree
angle. Whenever possible, approach against the
wind or current. Turn the engines straight & shift
to neutral when you feel you have enough mo-
mentum to reach the dock. Use reverse on the
outboard engine while turning the steering wheel
towards the dock to slow the boat and pull the
stern toward the dock as the boat approaches.
Straighten the engines and use both engines to
stop the boat if it is still moving forward against
the pilings. If you executed your approach prop-
erly, the boat will lightly touch the pilings at the
same time the forward momentum is stopped.
Have the dock lines ready and secure the boat as
soon at it stops. Use fenders to protect the boat
while it is docked. Keep the engines running until
the lines are secured.
Backing into a Slip
Approach the slip with the stern against the wind
or current and the engines straight ahead. Use the
engines and turn the steering wheel to maneuver
the boat into alignment with the slip. Reverse the
engines and slowly back into the slip. Shift from
reverse to neutral frequently to prevent the boat
from gaining too much speed. Move the stern
right and left by shifting the engines in and out
of gear or turning the wheel. When nearly in the
slip all the way, straighten the engines and shift
to forward to stop. Keep the engines running until
the lines are secured.
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 quar-
ter 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 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
Securing The Boat Along Side A Dock (Typical)
Securing The Boat In A Slip (Typical)
Bo
w L
ine
Forward Q
uarter Spr
ing Line
After Bow Spring Cleat
Bow Cleat
Stern Cleat
After Bow Spring L
ine
Stern
Line
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