Bootzeil ShapeX Instructions Manual

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ShapeX – Instructions for sailing yachts

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Page 1 ShapeX – Instructions for sailing yachts...
Page 2 On the shore In the water Lying mast Hurricane frame ShapeX: multiple possibilities...
Page 3 Currently, Bootzeil is the most innovative producer of boat covers. With pride we present our "ShapeX" set to you, enabling you to create your own boat cover. Thanks to our practical components, special glue and high quality "Endurance+" material, you can easily determine the location of the components and tailor your boat cover in any way you want.
Page 4 • Read the entire manual before installation. This will give you a clear picture of the process. • If you don't understand a procedure, contact Bootzeil or check the videos on the website. The set contains exactly enough components for installing one boat cover.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Bootzeil Table of contents The best protection List of symbols Included in the set Gluing instructions Placing the frame Positioning the boat cover Leading the mast, topping line, baby stay and headsail/forestay through Marking Adjusting Placing Fixing the boat cover after the first installation...
Page 6: List Of Symbols
Bootzeil List of symbols The best protection Indicates important actions which can prevent mistakes. Additional information. A hint which may help during the installation of the boat cover. This symbol indicates that the gluing instructions should be strictly adhered to. Gluing will be necessary.
Page 7: Included In The Set
Included in the set The best protection Front side port side Rear side port side Additional requirements A frame (Bootzeil recommends the 'Hurricane' frame) A day with nice weather (not too much rain, not too much wind) A lighter Masking tape...
Page 8: Gluing Instructions
Bootzeil Gluing instructions The best protection If you see this symbol, you should adhere to the gluing instructions. Requirements Griffon/Saba glue BWF glue (white tube) Screw Brake cleaner Towel Preparation The glue sticks better upon properly degreasing the surface.
Page 9 Bootzeil Gluing instructions The best protection Phase 1: Griffon glue (use when the temperature is at least 10°C) Saba glue (use when the temperature is at least 5°C) Exposure to UV light may cause the color of the glue to change. For that reason,...
Page 10 Bootzeil Gluing instructions The best protection Phase 2: BWF glue (use when the temperature is at least 5°C) By positioning the screw in the glue tube, it is easier to apply the right amount of glue. Be careful when applying glue.
Page 11: Placing The Frame
Bootzeil Placing the frame The best protection Lying mast If you use a lying mast, you don't need a frame. Use the approximate height of the boom. Placing it too low will result in complications. With boom In case of using the Hurricane frame, make sure to read the manual before fixing the frame.
Page 12: Positioning The Boat Cover
Bootzeil Positioning the boat cover The best protection The approx. 10 cm wide Velcro strap is the center line. Bootzeil The colored markings indicate starboard. On the rear side, the boat cover has Using the wide Velcro strap, attach an integrated corner. It should be...
Page 13: Leading The Mast, Topping Line, Baby Stay And Headsail/Forestay Through
Bootzeil Leading the mast, topping line, baby stay and headsail/forestay through The best protection If you don't use the boat cover with a standing mast, you don't have to take the mast and stays into account. Preparation: Check whether the rear...
Page 14 Bootzeil Leading the mast, topping line, baby stay and headsail/forestay through The best protection Glue loose stitches with a little bit of griffoen/saba glue (use sparsely). Repeat these steps for the holding line, mast, baby stay and headsail/forestay.
Page 15 Bootzeil Leading the mast, topping line, baby stay and headsail/forestay through The best protection Illustrative pictures...
Page 16: Marking
Bootzeil Checklist marking Marking: moorings/shrouds Moorings/shrouds The best protection Marking takes place on the boat. Corners rear side Length of boat cover/front side To prevent the shrouds from getting into the way, leave the zipper open while marking. (It is possible to already cut the boat cover at one of the shrouds, enabling the boat cover to fit over the rub rail.
Page 17 Bootzeil Marking: moorings/shrouds Checklist marking Moorings/shrouds The best protection Marking takes place on the boat. Corners rear side Length of boat cover/front side To enable the next step (corners rear side), the sail should already be cut at these locations. They will be finished during the adjustment phase.
Page 18 Bootzeil Marking: corners rear side Checklist marking The best protection Moorings/shrouds Corners rear side Length of boat cover/front side Make sure the marked Pull the corners Make sure that both sides are marked. locations touch each other. tightly in position.
Page 19 Bootzeil Marking: length of boat cover/front side Checklist marking The best protection Moorings/shrouds Corners rear side Once you've marked the boat cover length correctly on one Length of boat side, take the boat cover to the shore and fold it lengthwise.
Page 20: Adjusting
Adjusting: cutting the boat cover Bootzeil Adjustments are made on the shore. You can lay The best protection the boat cover on your cover. After folding the segments, the boat cover can be symmetrically cut. Fold the segments. Bootzeil Bootzeil...
Page 21 Bootzeil Adjusting: leading the shrouds through The best protection Unfold the segments. Bootzeil Bootzeil Carefully read the gluing instructions! Use the strips of 75 cm. Use the wide Velcro strap. Always stick the side with the cohesive strip on the boat cover.
Page 22 Bootzeil Adjusting: leading the shrouds through The best protection Carefully read the gluing instructions! Glue loose stitches with a little bit of griffoen/saba glue (use sparsely). Always stick the side with the cohesive strip on the boat cover.
Page 23 Bootzeil Adjusting: leading the shrouds through The best protection Bootzeil Use the strips of 150 cm. Cut on the same line as your previous cut. While fixing the pad, ensure that the sides of the cut you made are held against each other.
Page 24 Bootzeil Adjusting: corners rear side The best protection Bootzeil If you hold your finger at the junction of the triangle, it is easier to slide the side over the glued strip.
Page 25 Adjusting: corners rear side Bootzeil The best protection Turning Fix the shape pad type 1 on the inside of the boat cover. Finish the glue seams with BWF glue (only the sides of the pad). Fix the shape pad type 2 on the boat cover.
Page 26 Adjusting: adding moorings Bootzeil The best protection Bootzeil Apply glue immediately adjacent to the tape strip. Only cut the boat cover, not the mooring slit. Cut on the inside of the boat cover.
Page 27 Adjusting: piano seal Bootzeil The best protection Bootzeil After folding the segments together once more, it should be visible that the hem pads are fixed to the 2 segments one after the other. Position the hem pads one after the other,...
Page 28 Bootzeil Adjusting: in case the boat is kept on the shore (additional) The best protection Carefully read the gluing instructions! Bootzeil The loop/hem pads are placed on the edge of the boat cover, folded around the boat cover and glued in position (hence the two flaps).
Page 29 Adjusting: final result Bootzeil Checklist adjusting Length of boat The best protection cover/front side Moorings/shrouds Corners rear side Piano seal (Boat on the shore) Bootzeil...
Page 30: Placing
Bootzeil Placing: placing the boat cover and leading the moorings through The best protection Placing takes place on the boat. Lead the mooring through the mooring slit.
Page 31 Bootzeil Placing: leading the shrouds through The best protection...
Page 32 Bootzeil Placing: piano seal The best protection Close the piano seal by directing an elastic through the hems. An advantage of this kind of seal is ample ventilation. Make a loop knot at the end of the elastic. This loop knot could for example be fixed to an anchor.
Page 33 Bootzeil Placing: fixing the shock-absorbing straps The best protection The shock-absorbing straps have 2 hooks, constituting 2 anchorages. Attach the boat cover to the boat with shock-absorbing straps. Use the loops which are most suited for your boat. If you prefer, it is possible to place loops elsewhere in the boat cover. Using the gluing...
Page 34 Bootzeil Placing: strengthening the boat cover The best protection Where the boat cover rests on relatively sharp corners and edges, it is advisable to use strengthening pads to strengthen it. (Do so on the inside of the boat cover.) Place the strengthening pads on the inside of the boat cover. There is no need for glue, the tape is sufficiently strong.
Page 35 Bootzeil Placing: wind protection pads The best protection Place the wind protection pads on the inside of the boat cover. There is no need for glue, the tape is sufficiently strong. The wind protection pads ensure that the sides of the boat cover remain properly...
Page 36: Fixing The Boat Cover After The First Installation
Fixing the boat cover after the first installation Bootzeil The best protection Placing the boat cover and leading the shrouds and moorings through Placing the frame Piano seal Shock-absorbing straps Wind protection pads...
Page 37: Faq
General The measurements of the Pampus boat cover are such that it fits approximately. Therefore there will always be some wrinkles. Bootzeil has a service workshop, where we can make adjustments to your boat cover. Upon request we can also place additional zippers.
Page 38 Bootzeil also makes bespoke customized covers for your garden furniture. Marina quality. www.bootzeil.nl...