On a new to us CT47
Ketch equipped with a
windlass of 1500W made by “QUICK” we anchored in 7 meters at
wind speeds of 20+ knots with all chain.
The
anchor was lowered with the
electric foot switch.
After releasing the foot switch the chain continued to feed out for an other 8 to 10 meters.....
When it finally stopped I checked the free fall
clutch and it seemed tight.,holding the
boat without releasing any further chain.
I have experienced on other boats under similar conditions the chain to feed out for an other meter or so after releasing the foot switch .... but never for such length.
Windlass seems adequate for the size
boat, P.O. never experienced a similar situation.
Any suggestion what might be the cause ?