Freefall can be 6 times faster than power down. Most Windlasses can be operated in the free-fall mode by manually loosening the clutch, which lets the gypsy spin freely. Electric windlass with freefall have an option with the switch at the helm station which lets you singlehanded drop the anchor in your required location. Freefall can get pretty wild as this video demonstrates so you should try it first in shallow water as the chain speed may get too fast in deep water.

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