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30QT ORBIT WINCH
™
RA6302 WITH QUICKTRIM™
Optional enabling of QuickTrim
™
Step 1:
Remove the self-tailing arm:
Pull back the spring-loaded release latch [1.3] with a ngertip (1), then rotate the self-tailing arm [1] slightly in a
clockwise direction (2) until it can be lifted clear of the winch (3). Then remove the closing plate [2] and closing
washer [3]. Set aside all three parts for now.
Step 2:
Locate and remove the countersunk cross-head screw as shown in the diagram. (Keep the screw for future
use if you wish to disable the QuickTrim™ feature again).
Step 3:
Re-assemble the closing washer, closing plate and self-tailing arm as described in Step 8 of the installation
instructions.
Using QuickTrim™
The winch operates in the same way as a traditional two-speed self-tailing winch for
tensioning, easing and casting off the rope. With QuickTrim
™
the user can easily and safely
make minor adjustments to sail trim without having to remove the winch handle, and without
having to take the rope out of the self tailer.
• To release line tension, rst hold the tail of the rope in one hand. Place your other hand on
the top cover of the self tailer, with your ngers lying across the rope.
• Use the palm of the hand to grip and rotate the top cover anti-clockwise against the
spring pressure and maintain it in that position. The self tailer is now able to turn beneath
the cover, allowing the line to be eased off the drum in a controlled manner.
(As always, the grip of the winch depends on the load and the number of wraps on the drum; you can assist the movement of the rope on the drum while
easing if desired, or try using fewer wraps on the drum).
• When the correct sail trim is achieved, simply allow the top cover to spring back to its original position. The self tailer is now locked, and the winch is ready
for normal use.
QuickTrim™ is designed for minor adjustments and will be particularly useful in situations where
frequent adjustment of tension is required in sheet, halyard and other applications.
1
2
3
REMOVE SCREW TO
ACTIVATE QUICKTRIM
™
1
3
2
View the video showing
the difference between
‘traditional’ and
‘QuickTrim
™
Operation.
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