THE MELGES 14 : STEP 1
INSTALL THE BATTENS IN THE MAINSAIL
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Lay the battens out on top of the sail batten pockets with
the correct length battens corresponding to the correct length
batten pockets.
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Insert battens into the batten pockets with the smaller
tapered end going in first and forward towards the mast.
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Unscrew batten tensioners so that they go far enough into
batten pockets to allow both webbing loops to hook over
batten tensioner hooks.
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Tension battens so that all vertical wrinkles through the pockets
just go away. Take care not to over tension the battens and bow
them in the pocket.
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Battens that are too tight will be more difficult to pop
through on tacks and gybes and make it more difficult to feed
the sail onto the mast.
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When not using the sail for extended periods of time it is best
to loosen the batten adjusters or remove the battens from the sail.
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Always rinse salt water off the sail after use and put away dry.
Do not put a wet sail in the bag for any extended period of time.
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Keep the sail covered or out of the sunlight as much as
possible and store in a cool dry place.
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Small tears can be repaired with sail repair tape or
shipping tape. More substantial repairs should be performed
by a sail repair facility.
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