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4.23 - Sail Care
Roll from 2nd Batten.
Wash salt o sails after use and dry. Roll from the
head. It is easier to fold the head in (as shown)
so the top of the battens coincide before starting
rolling. Store sail in its bag in dry conditions away
from sunlight. Although the sail is made from
a quality high denier fabric it is best to slightly
slacken the top 2 battens’ tension for long term
storage.
When using a new sail for the rst time, try to
avoid extreme conditions as high loads on new
sailcloth can diminish the racing life of the sail.
If your sail is stained in any way, try to remove it using a light detergent and warm water.
DO NOT attempt to launder the sail yourself.
A sail can be temporarily repaired using a self-adhesive cloth tape, such as Dacron or Mylar.
The sail should be returned to a sail maker for a professional repair. Check for wear and tear,
especially around the batten pockets, on a regular basis.
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