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Blocks: Sand, salt and other factors may damage the ball bearings and blocks. It is important to rinse
all blocks with freshwater and clean them with a gentle soap. Lubricate bearings with Teflon-based
lubricants. Never use oil-based lubricants or petrochemical products.
Orbit blocks Ratchet mode application
MANUAL MODE
1. RT blocks leave the factory in Manual mode, with the black MODE switches on both sides
of the block positioned away from the red ON/OFF knob.
2. Use the red ON/OFF knob to turn the ratchet ON or OFF.
AUTO MODE
1. With the block in Manual mode, turn the ratchet off by rotating the red ON/OFF knob to the OFF
position.
2. Slide the black MODE switch firmly toward the red ON/OFF knob until it locks into the recess in
the knob. Repeat with the MODE switch on the other side of the block.
3. The block is now in Auto mode.
4. To return to Manual mode, slide the black MODE switches on both sides of the block firmly away
from the red ON/OFF knob. Now use the red ON/OFF knob to turn the ratchet ON and OFF.
*OPTION - Securing the trailer
Most of Firsts 18 are delivered with trailer option. If so, you need to secure the trailer before
entering the boat. Jam the tyres with wedges and adjust the back supporting leg to prevent tilting
back.
In case the boat is delivered on some other supports, make sure it can not move or tilt back and that
the entering of the boat is safe.
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