Quantum Sails STAR, Руководство по настройке

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S TA R / T UNIN G GUIDE
MAST CHECK
Set the mast on two sawhorses. The sawhorses should support the mast
at its base and right above the point where the intermediates attach to
the mast to ensure that the mast stays stable and will have a repeatable
bend when measuring intermediates.
FORESTAY
Connect the forestay and make sure that the rubber stopper is in and the
connection point is taped so the forestay stays connected to the mast.
Pull the forestay down along the front of the mast, and make a mark at
the top of the black band. This will be useful later when tuning the rig.
INTERMEDIATES
To measure the intermediates before the spreaders are attached to
the mast, pull the upper shrouds down along the front of the mast and
make a mark at the end of the shroud with a permanent marker. Then
pull the intermediates down and make another mark. The mark for the
intermediate should be 2 15/16” (7.4cm) above the upper shroud mark;
this is the recommended starting point but many sailors have found
success in the range of 2 7/8”-3” (7.3cm-7.6cm).
Check the intermediates by pulling them down to the mark you made. If
the intermediates are off the mark, tighten or loosen the locking nut to
get them in the right spot. If you’re sailing a new boat or one with new
standing rigging, be sure to check them periodically as the wires may
stretch over time.
PRELIMINARY MAST SETUP