DANGERDo not approach and do not carry out any kind of intervention on transmission during the towing because propeller can turn.
In case the yacht needs to be drawn or towed, fasten the towing lines as shown in the figure, in order to distribute the load evenly and pull in the middle.
It is a good rule, after fastening the cleats, to carry on with the rope, and the winch: so as to load the strongest yacht’s points only.
The towing rope length depends on the sea conditions, and must be adjusted in such a way to limit the pulling forces without damaging the deck fittings.
DANGERDo not approach and do not carry out any kind of intervention on transmission during the towing because propeller can turn.
WARNINGIn case it is necessary to tow another yacht, do this under calm sea and calm wind conditions only, and tow ship with a displacement not exceeding 50% of your ship displacement; in case of emergency, if towing is not possible, give help by taking on board people of the other ship, as many as permitted and possible, and reach the nearest harbour.
Anyway, inform immediately the Port Authority.
WARNINGTowing navigation can be carried out continuously for 8 hours, provided that you constantly monitor the gear box oil temperature, which must not exceed 80°C.
If temperature exceeds 80°C, stop navigation and wait until the temperature lowers.
When the engine is shut off, the throttle position is unimportant.
CAUTIONAlways draw other boats or let your yacht be towed at low speed. Never exceed the speed of the drawing yacht when you are being towed.
CAUTIONFasten your yacht to a towing rope so that it can be released when loaded.
CAUTIONIt is the Owner’s/operators’ responsibility to make sure that the mooring ropes, the towing ropes, the anchor chain(s), the anchor lines and the anchor(s) are suitable for the intended use of the yacht, i.e., the resistance of the ropes or chains must not exceed 80% of the resistance to breaking of the relevant strength point.
The Owner should also determine which action is necessary when fastening a towing rope on board.
CAUTIONDo not stand near the ropes during drawing (or towing) operations, a rope that breaks can be extremely dangerous (“whip lash effect”).
DANGERDuring towing navigation, the propeller shaft has to be kept turning by the water flow through propeller. We recommend not carrying out any kind of service on the thrust devices (engines, gear boxes, shafts, etc..).