3.0 CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Lashing attachment
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To receive the maximum performance benefit from the Lashings, they must be used correctly installed,
inspected regularly and replaced when required.
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Lashings must be attached to a mounting point with a smooth, well rounded profile without sharp
edges or burrs. If in doubt, use a shackle with a smooth surface between the Lashing and the mounting
point.
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Lashings will eventually suffer degradation from fatigue, wear and UV exposure. Like all running and
standing rigging, Lashings should be inspected as a part of your regular boat maintenance program and
replaced if they show significant wear or fibre damage.
Orbit Blocks™
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Grit and sand will damage bearing systems. Ronstan Orbit Blocks™ have a precisely engineered
bearing system that should be kept clean and free of sand and grit to ensure optimum performance and
service life. Blocks, in particular the bearing areas, should be flushed with fresh water regularly and
periodically cleaned with a mild detergent and water.
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Dry lubricants such as Ronstan Sailfast silicon spray may be used to lubricate the bearing system.
Oil/petrochemical based lubricants must not be used.
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Ronstan Orbit Blocks™ are designed and manufactured for applications on sailboats.
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See the INFO section of the Ronstan web site and our catalogue for important
customer considerations
and
warranty
information.
4.0 DEFINITIONS
BB = Ball Bearing
MWL = Maximum Working Load
BL = Breaking Load
Dyneema® is a trademark of Royal DSM NV.
DSM is the inventor and manufacturer of Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fibre™. “Dyneema®”, and
“Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fibre™” are trademark(s) (applications) owned by Royal DSM NV.
