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Motor ahead slowly, at the same time press the up switch to bring the chain back on board.

Detach the bridle hook when it arrives at the bow roller, motor just enough to keep the yacht straight and take the strain off the windlass.

When you have recovered enough scope to where the chain is straight up from the bottom, apply reverse to finally break the anchor free.

At regular intervals, check that the chain is falling clear of the gypsy into the chain locker.

Do not use the windlass motor to break the anchor free and try not to drive over the anchor when recovering.

Bring the remaining chain onboard and carefully draw the anchor back onto the bow roller.

 
 
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