Maintenance; Trailering Instructions - CDI Flexible Furler 2 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

To unfurl or unreef, ease the furling line while trimming the sheet.
Always keep some tension on the furling line to insure a smooth
wrapping of the furling line on the drum.
In certain conditions, you may wish to use a winch to get the
furling started. Be careful that there is no extraneous ship's
halyard wrapping in the furler while you winch as this could
eventually jam the furler and/or damage the headstay. Always look
up at the top of the furler while winching, stop and clear anything
that snarls. Furling should not get any more difficult as the sail is
brought in. It should get easier. If it gets harder, stop and
determine why.
Always keep unused halyards flipped aft of the spreaders. Do not
clip them to the bow.

MAINTENANCE

No routine maintenance is required, but an occasional rinsing with
fresh water is a good idea. We do not recommend the use of wet
lubricants (grease) as such lubricants can hold wear causing
particles in suspension. Dry lubricants (teflon sprays, etc.) are fine
to make furling easier. A ball bearing is also available for the
ultimate in easy furling and reefing.
When storing for prolonged periods, it is best to strap the furler
along the mast, supporting the furler to avoid any potential
sagging at the ends as well as in the middle. If coiling for short
periods, do not coil in a radius of less than 3 feet (6 foot diameter).
Do not expose the furler to temperatures in excess of 140 degrees
F. Such temperatures may frequently occur in warm climates
under a boat cover and void the warranty.
TRAILERING WITH YOUR FLEXIBLE FURLER
When trailering, the Furler should be lashed along the mast,
keeping it as straight as possible. The ends must be supported to
keep the luff from bouncing while driving which could lead to the
fatigue failure of the luff.
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