The following is for FF6 systems, FF4 systems follow 25. A)
25. B) For the FF6 wire halyard, apply the Nicopress double
oval sleeve then form a loop and insert the thimble in the
middle. Crimp down on the Nicopress using a crimping tool.
26. Attach the halyard to the head of the sail. The FF6 will be
attached with the supplied halyard shackle, a shackle is
optional for the FF4.
27. Feed the luff of the sail into the sail-feed slot while
hoisting the sail by pulling on the messenger line which is
attached to the de-cored end of the halyard (step 6).
28. Remove the messenger line once the sail is fully hoisted
and tie off the halyard on the anchor shackle on the spool.
Note: Always remember to reattach the messenger line when
lowering your sail.
29. Tension the sail by tightening the tack tension line to the
second shackle on the spool and hoisting the sail tight by
pulling on the halyard, using a winch shouldn’t be required.
30. Furl in the sail by pulling on the furling line and keeping
tension on the jib sheet.
SAILMAKER INSTRUCTIONS
Sails require #6 luff tape to be compatible with all CDI furlers
Webbing at the head and tack of the sail is recommended
instead of metal grommets for smooth furling but is not
required.
RIGGING INSTRUCTIONS
The CDI flexible furler system cannot be mounted above the
turnbuckle as it can cause it to unscrew and dismast. If more
clearance is required, it’s recommended to add link plates.
The FF4 and FF6 systems are compatible with 1/4”, 5/16”,
3/8” and 7/16” turnbuckles with a threade
d swage-end and a
T-bolt toggle.
Note: Most Navtec turnbuckles do not work and are not
recommended
as they’re often too large to fit inside the drum
T-
bolt fittings are preferred, “i
-
bolt” fittings may not fit
Cotter pins should be used to lock the turnbuckle, not locknuts
as these can unscrew and cause dismasting.
Toggles are required at the bottom of the headstay, any
secure fitting at the top of the forestay will work but a toggle
is also recommended.
NOTES ABOUT SAILING
The tension on the luff
doesn’t need to be high and should
only be tight enough to removes any creases in the sail.
When sailing reefed, the jib leads should be moved forward
to maintain proper sail shape and avoid the furler from rising
off the bearing.
To furl your sail, always keep tension on your sail
’
s jib sheet
while reefing the furling line.
NOTES ABOUT TRAILERING
When trailering, strap the furler to the mast in a horizontal
position and support the end with the hardware by using a
support extension ie. 2x4 or PVC tube
Keep the extrusion as straight as possible, do not let either
end sag or twist.
MAINTENANCE
The only maintenance required is to rinse the furler system
including the ball-bearing assembly if applicable, with fresh
water 1-2 times per year. Clear out any salt or dirt that may
have accumulated.
Note: Lubricants are not required but Teflon sprays or dry
lubricants are acceptable if needed.
STORING YOUR FURLER
Storage is best accomplished by strapping the furler to the
mast in a horizontal position and supporting the end with the
hardware by using a support ie. 2x4 or PVC tube
When storing, avoid making sharp bends in the extrusion.
This can become permanent after a period of time and is not
covered under warranty.
It is not necessary to remove or recoil your extrusion, doing
this over long periods of time can become permanent and is
not recommended as the furler ages.
Avoid exposing the furler in temperatures above 140F/60C
