CS36T Owner’s Manual
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13
WINTER LAY-UP AND STORAGE
13.1
Un-stepping the Mast
Before removing the spar for winter storage, make a diagram of the location of the running rigging and
the connections of the electrical wiring to serve as a guide when the mast is re-stepped. Mark the
turnbuckle screws with nail polish or black electrical tape to facilitate retuning of the spar.
1.
Disconnect all wiring at base
2.
Remove teak mast ring (6 screws)
3.
Remove hose clamp from mast boot
4.
Undo all shrouds and tie to mast (do not let them hang freely, they can get caught under
handrails, etc.)
5.
Masthead instruments should be removed prior to de-masting (i.e. Windex, wind machine, etc.)
6.
Slinging the Mast: On the CS 33 the sling is placed just below the spreaders; however:
i.
On the CS 36, under the upper spreader if there is enough height on the crane - this will be
bottom heavy
ii.
Below lower spreaders, with great care - this will be top heavy
iii.
The ideal position is approximately 1 foot above the mast light. Be careful when moving
sling up the mast
7.
Station a man below at step, one on deck and a roller furling system, someone should hang
(???)
8.
Remove mast; do not lose the rubber collar
9.
Pull all halyards to masthead, coil halyards, bag and strap to mast
10.
Shrouds can be removed, coiled and stored (optional); be sure all cups on swages are accounted
for
11.
Remove spreaders and end caps to prevent damage (optional)
12.
Seal masthead with plastic to prevent birds from nesting. Preferably the spar should be stored in
a sheltered enclosure. If you must store the spar outside, polyethylene sleeving may be used to
protect it. Do not expose any spars wrapped in plastic to direct sunlight. Cut a few drain holes in
the bottom of the sleeve so that any water formed by condensation will run out. If the plastic
covering over the spar is exposed to sunlight and water is allowed to collect inside, discoloration
of the spar may occur.
DO NOT USE MASKING OR FILAMENT TAPE ON SPAR.
13.
Coil and bag all internal lines of the boom
14.
Be sure that-mast/deck opening is well sealed using a cover and the hose clamp removed in (c)
15.
Be sure that mast is well supported along entire length.
16.
All blocks, boom vang, etc., should be removed and stored at home or locked in cockpit locker
