I pointed out how the capstan could be raised with about twenty turns of a special t-handle wrench they would need to take with them, and how that same wrench could then be used to run the capstan forward and in reverse. I showed them how to use the same wrench to flip a topside cleat and lock it in place. I showed them the location of the hawser locker, and explained that the hawser would be tied to the sides of the locker with short pieces of line. I said to cut the retaining line, and told them to bring several feet of line with them to secure the hawser back in the locker when they were finished. I cautioned them that before they left topside for the last time, they were to ensure everything was properly stowed and secured, and that nothing would rattle or bang when the sub was underwa
