Lashing to Boom
4
When lashing to a large object
such as a boom, cross each line
to prevent sides of head from
pushing out. See next page.
Lines can pull block head apart.
If you have access to end of
boom, twist each lap. Secure
using double fisherman's
knot or other secure knot. See
"Lashing to Bail Using Harken
Supplied Line" below.
Under
Over
Under
Over
Under
Over
Use a double fisherman's knot or
other secure knot.
See www.harken.com/knots
WARNING! Failure to inspect and correct knots can cause the line to slip when load is
applied.
Replacement Line
Part
No.
Description
Sheave
Ø
Replacement
loops /lines
Replacement
line Ø
Line length
before making loop
Line
type
in
mm
ft
m
2159 40 mm
40 mm
HCP1419
3/32
2.5
4
1.22
Maxibraid
2160
2167
2170
57 mm
57 mm
HCP392
1/8
3
4
1.22
Maxibraid
Choosing Knots and Splices
