Stepping The Mast - Hobie 16 Owner's Manual

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assembly manual - Hobie 16

StEPPInG tHE MaSt

When stepping the mast or launching the boat watch for overhead
electric wires. Shock or even death could result if the mast comes
We recommend that you have someone assist you. As you begin to raise the mast the link will rotate upward. Stand on
the rear crossbar and raise the mast to your shoulder. At this point, insure that the shrouds are clear of the rudders and
rear corner castings. An assistant is recommended. Walk forward raising the mast as you go. At the full upright posi-
tion, lean the mast forward against the shrouds and have an assistant attach the forestay (upper hole).
NB : Later adjustment may be necessary.
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in contact with overhead electric wires.
Once the mast is upright, take the pin off the mast step
link.
Attach one of the shroud to the four or fifth hole of the stay
adjuster. Have someone pulling down on the trapeze in
order to relieve the shroud. Do the same operation on the
opposite side. Caution : it is necessary to have the same
tension on both sides. Then put the shrouds covers com-
pletely over the stay adjusters.
trapeze adjustment
Assemble the trapeze adjustment components as shown
in the illustration. The shock cord should passe beneath
the trampoline frame from the port trapeze line to the
starboard line
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