SKUD 18
Owners’ Guide
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Launching by Crane
Fit the keel lifter to the keyhole plates on both sides of the centreboard case. Shackle
the winch line to the saddle on the top of the centreboard and take up the slack on the
winch line. Note: The SKUD 18 may be launched without the keel raised but extreme
caution is advised when lowering on to the cradle.
Attach the short lifting slings to the aft holes on the inner chainplates and the long slings
to the fittings on the upper gudgeons.
Attach to the crane hook and raise the boat taking care to avoid contact between the
mast or spreaders and the crane jib. The aft slings may be adjusted in length to provide
a slightly bow down attitude. Ensure the boat is controlled by a tag line when using a
crane.
