Spinnaker (Option); The Arch - Hunter H45DS Operator's Manual

12.8 Spinnaker (Optional)
To set the optional spinnaker using the dedicated halyard,
first attach the halyard to the head ring on the sail. Next,
tie the tack downhaul line to the tack ring, lead it through a
turning block on the deck near the bow, and run it aft to the
cockpit. Set up the tack downhaul so the tack of the sail is
about five inches above the deck when the sail is hoisted.
Attach the spinnaker sheet to the clew ring of the spinna-
ker and make sure the line is led aft outside the lifelines
to a turning block on the toerail located just forward of
the stern pulpit. Then run it forward to a winch allowing
total slack in the sheet. The sheet that is not being used
— the lazy sheet — should also be attached to the clew
of the spinnaker , led forward in front of the headstay,
and then back on the other side of the boat — outside
the shrouds and lifelines — to another turning block
positioned just forward of the stern pulpit. Then take that
sheet and lead it to a winch, with the slack in the sheet.
Now you are ready to hoist the spinnaker. Start by
heading off to a square run. Leave the mainsail fully
out during the hoisting procedure as it will blanket
the spinnaker and keep it from filling until you are
ready for it to be set. A good place to raise the sail
is from the leeward side, just ahead of the boom.
Once it is fully hoisted, slowly head up to your desired
course and pull in the sheet until the sail sets. Make
sure you have at least two turns of the sheet around the
winch.
Now you are off and sailing with your cruising spinnaker.

12.9 The Arch

As is customary on Hunters, the traveler is overhead, on
a stainless-steel arch, to keep the cockpit clear of the
obstruction and the boom clear of your head. The helms-
man can easily adjust the mainsheet traveler and the jib
sheets, although the mainsheet itself is at the companion-
way as illustrated above. The setup allows short handed
sailing when there are only a couple of people in the
cockpit or with an autopilot doing the steering.
For instructions on folding the arch for transport or ser-
vice please follow the following instructions:
Arch installation notes and tool list:
Notes: Read all of the installation instructions before begin-
ning.
Hunter 45DS • Sails and Rigging
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arch be supported until firmly attached to the deck.
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the arch prior to beginning the installation.
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seatrial and tighten as necessary.
Tool List for arch installation:
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Struts (not fitted to all models or mast options)
H45DS B&R Rig With Struts Description
The B&R rig, utilized on the Hunter 45DS, eliminates
the need for a backstay to allow for a more efficient
mainsail shape. Fixed backstays are commonly being
designed out of today's performance-oriented boats to
allow the mainsail to incorporate a full roach design - a
more aerodynamic shape both for racing and cruising
performance.
To accomplish this, the B&R rig has 30 degree swept
spreaders, creating 120 degrees between each rigging
point. This tri-pod arrangement has excellent strength
for sailboat rigs, and has been used for years to support
huge radio towers.
Additional support is given to the B&R rig (and is unique
to it) with the addition of reverse diagonal rigging. For
example, the diagonals that you see beginning by the
top of the mast strut, ending at the tip of the spreader,
supports and stabilizes the upper section of the mast as
it creates a triangle with the upper shroud.
The B&R rig is designed to be pre-bent to further add
rigidity to the mast section and eliminate the need for
adjustable rigging (like backstay adjusters). This design
should prove more reliable than a rig with adjustable
12.11
This job requires two people, it is important that the
To avoid injury during the installation process, orient
Remember to check all arch nuts bolts after the initial
Drill and 3/8" drill bit, to clear sealant from holes.
3/8" drive ratchet
6" extension
9/16" deep and regular socket.
9/16" wrench
Phillips head screwdriver (large: P4)
Caulk gun, and sealant (3M-5200)
'Never Seize" bolt lube
Razor knife
wire strippers / crimps
rags, and acetone, or lacquer thinner for clean-up.