Tuning Guide for the 2000 Ezzy Axis
Sail Care:
Trouble-Shooting:
5) Roll sail from the top and use the strap we've provided to tie the sail.
6) Insert the sail into the sail bag with the sleeve-end first.
Sunlight:
Sunlight will break down all sailcloth in a relatively short time (300 hours of direct sunlight).
Don't dry off your sails in the sun! It is better tot dry them in the shade, or to roll up wet.
Creasing:
Creasing damages sail cloth. When rigging and de-rigging, try not to crease your sail or let it
flap in the wind.
Sand:
Sand will scratch the sailcloth film and can clog the batten tensioners. Try to roll your sail
sand-free.
Cleaning:
Use a mild soap and water with a rag to clean your sail. Harsh solvents may damage the sail
cloth.
Contrary to what most people think, you do not need to fresh-water rinse your sail.
Storage:
It will not damage your sail to store it with the battens fully tensioned.
If storing your rolled sail vertically, make sure the sleeve-end is supporting the weight. This
prevents the clew from getting damaged.
Problem:
Possible Solution:
Foot batten does not flip:
1)Foot batten has too much curve, give more downhaul and
outhaul.
2) Foot batten is over-tightened, release some batten tension.
Sail jerks you forward when starting
off:
1) Leech is too tight, try more downhaul.
Sail feels too powerful:
1) Sail is too deep, try more outhaul and downhaul.
2) Mast is too stiff, check that you are using the correct mast.
Sail lacks power:
1) Sail is too flat, try less outhaul and less downhaul.
2) Mast is too soft, check that you are using the correct mast.
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