The AnchorLift uses the flotation of a buoy and the forward movement of the boat to float the anchor to the surface.

To anchor with the AnchorLift...

1. Attach a buoy to the AnchorLift. Slide the AnchorLift over the end of the anchor line, threading the line under the sliding bolt (figure 1).
2. Knot the anchor line near its end. Fasten the line to your boat.
3. Release the anchor by sliding the bolt to the "up" position, allowing the anchor line to slide through the AnchorLift.

To raise your anchor...

1. Motor your boat at a 30 degree angle off of your anchor point, taking care to keep the anchor line clear of your prop (figure 2).
2. Proceed slowly (roughly 5 knots) until the anchor has released from the bottom, then increase speed slightly (6 to 8 knots).
3. The anchor line will slide through the AnchorLift and float the anchor to the surface (figure 3).
4. When the anchor has reached the surface, shift into neutral and pull in the slack anchor line. The sliding bolt will lock the anchor at the surface for easy retrieval.