Hobie Mast Stepper III User Manual

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#3156 MAST STEPPER III
12) Tension winch to hold mast in the upright position. Attach the
bridle wires to the furler drum.
This system will allow you to complete the mast wire tensioning
at this point. If the boats wires are properly tensioned before the
mast was lowered, the tension will be restored at this time. If not,
refer to the boat manual for proper rig tensioning using the shroud
adjustments.
Remove the pole system for sailing.
Stepping the mast down requires reversing the instructions.
Cautions: The boat must be held in position on the trailer so the winch line, when tensioned, does not pull the
boat forward. Hobie Cat kit# 37650300 Bow Brace is designed to attach to the mast stand and hold the boat
in position via two "V" blocks resting against the bow spreader.
Figure 12

Hobie Mast Stepper III Specifications

General

Brand	Hobie
Model	Mast Stepper III
Category	Boating Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Hardware Installation

Install Loop Tangs

Install loop tangs in forward crossbar castings using provided hex bolts.

Attach Jib Furler Plate

Attach stainless plate to jib furler bottom, protruding below the drum for stepper pole attachment.

Using the Mast Stepper III

Safety Precautions

Be aware of overhead power lines when stepping the mast; contact can cause serious injury or death.

Mast Stepper Adapter Placement

Place Mast Stepper III adapter on mast base, secure with shock cord loop.

Stepper Pole Attachment

Attach stepper pole vertically to adapter, pin with carriage pin, and connect bridles.

Halyard and Bridle Tensioning

Connect halyard to bowline loops, hoist until bridle lines are snug, and tie off.

Winch Line Connection

Attach winch line to stepper pole's double loop, ensuring it's tethered to the eye strap.

Furler Drum Attachment

Attach bottom of furler drum to pole's eye strap using a provided shackle.

Final Checks and Hoisting

Check all lines, knots, and halyard. Hoist mast to vertical position, watching for swing.

Tensioning and Rig Adjustment

Tension winch to hold mast upright, attach bridle wires to furler drum, and check rig tension.