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Summary of Contents for Vanguard Sailboats Laser Pro
- Page 1 Vanguard Sailboats 300 Highpoint Avenue Portsmouth, RI 02871 For the dealer nearest you call 800.966. SAIL...
- Page 2 Unpacking and preparation Unpack the major parts listed below and lay them out on a soft piece of ground, free of sharp objects. To avoid damaging contents, do not cut into packaging. 1. Hull 2. Mast kit Knots Top section Bottom section (larger diameter) Boom (with blocks attached) 3.
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Page 3: Hardware Installation
Hardware installation There are several blocks and lines you need to install on your new hull the first time you rig it. All lines have been precut. Vanguard Sailboats encourages you to customize line lengths for your sailing style, but be sure to cut and burn all ends to prevent fraying. Cunningham and Outhaul Hardware Install the cleat base and block base. - Page 4 Rudder Locate the two rudder lines and tie a small stopper knot in the longer one. Feed its other end through the small hole in the leading edge of the rudder from aft to forward and pull the knot up tight against the board, making sure there is no extra line sticking outside the recess.
- Page 5 Boom Insert the gooseneck pin into the forward end of the boom and walk aft, exerting forward pressure to keep it in place. Clew Tiedown: Wrap the clew tiedown line twice around the boom and the clew grommet (inside the outhaul), and secure it with a square knot. It should hold the clew tight against the boom but still allow it to slide forward and aft with outhaul adjustment.
- Page 6 Vang Rigging the Laser 15:1 Boom Vang by Harken This system consists of six parts: one vang key, three blocks and two pieces of line. The block with the cleat on it will be referred to as the ‘cleat block,’ the single block with becket will be referred to as the ‘top block’...
- Page 7 Before launching Check that the two drainplugs (cockpit and transom) are in place and NOW YOU ARE tight. The automatic bailer should be closed. Move the boat close to READY TO SAIL the water’s edge or launch before installing the rudder and dagger- board.
- Page 8 Sail number application To participate in Laser regattas, you need numbers on your sail. Your sail number corresponds to the serial number of the hull, located on the starboard top corner of the transom. The letter preceding the four digit section of the serial number indicates the first two digits. A=10, B=11, C=12, etc., so if your serial number is: OQT G8989 A393, your sail number is 168989.
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