RS Toura - 5.4 - Spreader ends

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2.5 3.0
The spreader end cap incorporates two shroud wire slots to give a tight grip on either 2.5
or3mmwire.Thesizesareidentiedonthefrontfaceoftheendcap(Seediagramabove).
The RS Toura uses 3mm shroud wire so the 3mm slot should be used.
The end cap can also be rotated so that the shroud can be positioned at either the forward
or aft position of the spreader end (see diagram above). For the RS Toura the end cap
should hold the shroud in the aft position.
To attach the shroud, slacken the end screw, rotate the end clamp if necessary, then insert
the shroud. Ensure that the shroud is tensioned between T-Terminal and spreader tip, then
tightenthescrewrmly.
This method “locks in” the dihedral angle.
Length Adjustment:
The position is described by the number of adjustment holes visible. For the RS Toura
there should be 1 hole visible as shown in the diagram above.
5.4 - Spreader ends
Rotate as
necessary
See below
Allclevispinsandboltsmustbettedwiththeatheadontop,andthepinsmustbe
locked with a split ring.
Aft
Tape all split rings, pins and the outboard end of the spreader extrusion.
Thiswillreducechafeonthemainsailandpreventailingsails/halyardsbecoming
damaged. Self-amalgamating tape is best, but PVC electrical tape is an adequate
alternative.
Shroud wire goes through aft hole
Insert the spreader ends into the spreaders,
securingwithasplitring.Wraparoundthexing
with tape to prevent the sail being damaged.