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FIGURE 4-2. Detachable Link.

TM-55-1905-223-24-15 Bow Anchor Windlass Subsystem for Landing Craft Utility (LCU) NSN 1905-01-154-1191 Manual

Replace/Repair Bow Anchor Windlass Assembly

TM 55-1905-223-24-15

ASSEMBLY

a. Bridle. Replace towing bridle to its storage area.

b. Steel Anchor Chain.

(1) Pay end of chain into chain locker.

(2) Secure end link to bulkhead fitting by inserting straight headless pin (6)-

(3) Secure pin by installing gasket (5) and replacing retaining seal plate (4) and screws (7).

(4) Using windlass cathead, slowly haul back chain into chain locker until only chain length from cathead to

forward closed rope chock (3) remains on deck.

(5) Free anchor end of chain from closed rope chock (3).

WARNING

The bow anchor is heavy. Secure the anchor to the double bitt(s) with a rope of sufficient

strength to prevent the anchor from falling. Falling anchor may cause death/injury to personnel.

c. Install Bow Anchor.

(1) Feed anchor chain through hawse pipe down to anchor shaft.

(2) Connect detachable link, swivel, and shackle to anchor.

(3) Using anchor windlass, hawse anchor.

d. Install Chain Stoppers. Place chain stoppers in position to prevent chain from moving.

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