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Hobie 14 Turbo User Manual

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Hobie 14 Turbo Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHobie
Model14 Turbo
CategoryBoat
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Parts Identification

Bridle Wires

Connects the bow tangs to the mast for primary support.

Jib Furling Assembly

Components for rolling and unrolling the jib sail.

Shroud Wires

Provide lateral stability to the mast.

Upper Forestay

Connects the jib luff to the front of the mast.

Trapeze Wires

Wires for crew to hang from when hiking.

Trapeze Adjustment Lines

Lines used to adjust the length of trapeze wires.

Trapeze Wire Shock Cord

Elastic cord to retract trapeze handles.

Rope Locks

Devices to secure rope tension.

Dog Bones

Small connecting hardware for rigging.

Jib Block Support Wire

Wire that supports the jib blocks on the trampoline.

Jib Blocks

Pulleys used for running the jib sheet.

Jib Sheet

The line used to control the jib sail.

Jib Clew Blocks

Blocks attached to the clew of the jib.

Jib Sail

The sail for the front of the boat.

Initial Setup and Warnings

Model Compatibility

Notes kit compatibility with 1982+ models and upgrade requirements.

Dolphin Striker Requirement

Specifies the mandatory use of a dolphin striker kit.

Mast Step Bearing

Highlights the necessity of a teflon disc mast step bearing.

Jib Tack Fitting Check

Ensures the jib tack thimble fits the furler correctly.

Mast Raising Safety

Warns against stepping the mast near overhead power lines.

Rigging Installation Steps

Attach Bridle Wires

Connects bridle wires to the bow tangs.

Install Jib Furling Assembly

Attaches the furling assembly to the bridle ends.

Install Jib Block Support Wire

Secures the support wire under the trampoline.

Install Mast Stays

Attaches forestay, shrouds, and trapeze wires to mast.

Fasten Jib to Forestay

Connects the jib head to the forestay swivel.

Assemble Trapeze System

Connects trapeze components, shock cord, and rope locks.

Tighten Rigging

Adjusts shroud tension using thimbles and adjusters.

Install Jib Blocks and Sheet

Attaches jib blocks, clew blocks, and routes the jib sheet.

Install Furling Line

Connects the jib furling line to the crossbar and hiking strap.

Final Checks and Jib Furler

Performs final rigging checks and demonstrates jib furler operation.

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