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Operation
Lowering: Lower the rolled sail and remove the entire unit from
the retracted sprit, or use the T-slot and leave the lower drive unit
with furling line and sheets on the bow. Coil the furled sail in a
large bag. Tip: A large rectangular bag (3:1 ratio) stows nicely. If
removing the lower drive unit, gather the furling line and sheets
into the bag.
Hoisting furled sail:
After the initial hoist and furl, the Reflex system will be ready for hoisting while furled. These items were covered
previously in the first sail-hoist section.
Checklist:
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Head of sail securely attached to head swivel
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Tack secured to tack swivel terminal
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Tack swivel terminal loaded into T-slot in lower drive unit
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Unit secured to bowsprit or bow fitting
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Furling line led aft below jib sheets to aft lead block
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Spinnaker sheets attached, and led around forestay and aft to spinnaker blocks outside and above all
other sheets
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Halyard attached
Hoisting steps:
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Pull tack out to pole if adjustable
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Pull bowsprit out
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Hoist furled sail from the weather side to avoid having to go under the foot of the jib. The head swivel
stays ahead of the rig. Work the furled sail outboard and forward while hoisting furled sail.
Unfurling sail:
Make sure sheets are led correctly and leeward sheet is ready to trim. Make sure that the furling line is clear to
run and people are clear of the line.
As you are unfurling, head up a little so wind begins to unfurl the sail. As it is filling, bear off to reduce the
wind in the sail. Let the sail unfurl and spin the furling line.
WARNING! Stand clear of the drive sheave and the furling line when sail is unfurling. Trying to
grab the line and slow it can result in injury. Keep fingers clear of the spinning drive sheave.
Lowering Sail - Hoisting Furled Sail - Sail Changes
Reflex furler
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