• Be aware that the boat maybe can capsize in folded condition by winds
exceeding +8 Beaufort (40 knots – 20 m/sec). In that case, secure the mast
sideways, with e.g., one halyard to each side on the dock. This halyard does
not have to be tight at all, just loose/slack so tide is not a problem or
unfold both sides minimum 75 cm (3´) each. Please note that this is only
necessary in strong side wind conditions.
• We do NOT recommend leaving the boat folded on a mooring or at anchor.
• Never moor the boat folded where wave height can exceed 25 cm.
• Never let the boat dry out in folded position, as the seabed can be angled.
• The boat is unsinkable. If anything should happen, always stay with the
boat.
• In capsized position, the boat will stay afloat approx. at main cabin sofa
seat level, if the floats are fully intact and full buoyant.
• By each wing base, you will find a stainless eye for lifelines as well as in the
cockpit sides by the helmsman position and by the companionway.
• For longer offshore passages, a life raft is recommended, mostly in case of
fire.
• All three hulls have watertight crash bulkhead forward to prevent flooding
of the hulls, if e.g., only the very front bow area gets damaged, only the
forward section will be partly flooded.
• If a bow thruster is being used – ALLWAYS check that there are no lines
hanging down in the water, like e.g., the tack line for the bowsprit or
mooring lines, and make sure no persons are swimming close to the boat.
IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION:
• When folding in or -out in strong winds, slowly motor either into the wind
or even better downwind. In both strong wind- and wave conditions, only
downwind – make sure to have enough distance to the shore.
• Nev
er keep or motor th
e b
o
at in folded condition, where wave heights
exceed max 10” or 25 cm. Otherwise, the folding system can get damaged
and by bigger sideway waves (and wind), the boat can even maybe capsize.
• Be aware that the boat can capsize, if not handled correctly, and sailing
instructions are not followed.
• Always start the engine first, before taking sails down, and sails must be
fully down and secured well and safe BEFORE folding in the hulls.
SAILING BY AUTOPILOT:
• IMPORTANT: Depending on the wind and wave conditions, using autopilot
in winds exceeding 10 m/secs (+20 knots) true wind is more difficult, and
the boat must be sailed much more conservative.
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