Selden RB - Checking Luff Extrusion Tension; Luff Extrusion Adjustment

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1. Remove the access covers.
Depress one button and push.
Lift the opposite end and remove.
Fig. 4.1
Fig. 4.2
Luff extrusion adjustment
Checking luff extrusion tension prior to stepping the mast
The luff extrusion is correctly tensioned before leaving the factory, but tension can be re-checked before
stepping
the mast.
Lay the mast horizontally, and check that the extrusion is just clear of the mast wall at its mid point. If adjustment is
neccesary see points 1-5 below.
If adjustment has to be made after the mast has been stepped, then the luff extrusion should be so tensioned that it
does not beat against the mast walling when you grasp it throught the upper access hole and shake it.
Most of the extrusion will be resting on the aft face of the sail compartment when sailing.
DO NOT OVER-TENSION! A luff extrusion that is over-tensioned will increased furling friction.