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and is then steered back to a free wind heading using the rudder (approximately at right-angles to the former
course with free wind), the boat is said to have performed a
gybe
. Gybing is complete when the main boom,
paid out a long way, swings from one side of the boat to the other.
Steering characteristics / Sailing characteristics
Variations in wind pressure make it difficult for a sailing boat to maintain its course by itself; gusts of wind may
cause it to luff up by itself, i.e. turn into the wind to a greater or lesser extent. This can be prevented by slightly
paying out the sails in good time, and also by applying slight opposite rudder if necessary, until the gust is past.
If the boat should bear away, the sails should be paid out at the same time as the necessary corrective rudder
movement is applied. Otherwise, in fairly strong winds the boat will tend simply to continue stubbornly in a
straight line, ignoring the corrective rudder commands. Please note that any sailing boat will turn uncontrollably
into the wind if the breeze is too powerful. This means that the sail area is too great; if there is no alternative
smaller sail suit available, sailing is not possible in these conditions.
Wiring diagram
Maiden run
Wait for a day with optimum wind conditions, and seek out a stretch of water where you can easily salvage the
boat if necessary. Charge up the batteries, and check the model’s working systems. Ensure that all parts are
securely attached. Now you are ready for the boat’s maiden run. Be cautious at first, and take your time to get
used to its sailing characteristics and handling. Don’t sail the model too far from the bank initially.
We hope you have loads of fun sailing your WEGA!
The following items are also required (not included in the set)
Order No.
Description
33112
mx-12
HoTT
computer
RC
system
5173
REGATTA
ECO
sailwinch
2875
NAVY
V40R
speed
controller
768
Lead-acid battery, 6 V / 10 Ah
3068
Y-lead,
G2
connectors
2989
Plug + socket, G2
3389
High-flex copper cable, 2.5 mm²
3368
Velcro
tape,
500mm
Plus approx. 2 kg ballast weight, e.g. steel strip from a metal fabrication plant; visit your local metal-working
company and enquire about scrap material. We recommend flat rectangular-section strip. Brass strip is also
suitable, but is more expensive.
Sailwinch
Speed controller
Receiver
Motor
G2 connector
Drive battery
3068
