LDC Racing Sailboats RS200 Owner's Manual - page 9
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(3)
Attach the kicking strap purchase to the eye on the boom ensuring it
runs freely and is clear of twists.
(4)
Reave the mainsheet. Tie a figure of eight knot in one end of the
mainsheet then pass the other end through the fairlead on top of the
swivelling mainsheet cleat, through the ratchet block in the opposite direction
to the indicating arrow and up to the central block on the boom. From here
feed the mainsheet through he slot in the underside of the boom until it
emerges at the outboard end, thence through the block at the end of the
boom. Finally pass it through the loop in the centre of the aft bridle and tie a
simple overhand knot to prevent it pulling back through.
(5)
You may wish to tie a further fig.8 knot in the helmsman’s end of the
mainsheet, positioned so that the boom will not hit the shroud with the
mainsheet released. this saves wear and tear on the boom and mainsail and
could prevent a broken boom or mast in the event of a capsize in strong
winds.
(6)
If not already supplied by your dealer you are recommended to fit a
gybing rope as follows:- tie one end of a piece of rope approx. 900mm long to
the centre boom eye and make a bowline in the other so that the loop
encircles but does not restrict the fall of the mainsheet. This rope enables the
helmsman to pull the boom over positively in a gybe rather than pulling on the
mainsheet.
(7)
Normally the mainsheet and kicking strap may be left permanently
attached to the boom for ease of use.
Fitting the rudder
(1)
Fit the tiller extension to the end of the tiller, the flexible joint on the
extension locates in the fitting provided on the tiller and is locked in place by
rotating the cover plate.
(2)
The tiller extension, as supplied, is certainly long enough for most
tastes. If you find the extension on the long side it is perfectly acceptable to
trim it to length by cutting off the outboard end.
(3)
Ensure the extension is properly located then wrap tape around the
cover plate and tiller as a precaution against accidental release.
(4)
Ensure the down haul line is released and fully raise the rudder blade
in the stock.
(5)
Adjust the wing nut pressure so that the friction will safely hold the
blade up.
(6)
Pass the tiller and extension under the mainsheet bridle and slide the
rudder assembly onto the transom fittings.
(7)
Check that the rudder retaining clip engages correctly over the lower
gudgeon.
(8)
Immediately prior to launc hing ensure the tiller extension is clear of the
mainsheet