Owner`s manual

16. WINTER LAY-UP AND STORAGE

16.1 Unstepping the Mast

Before removing the spar for winter storage, make a diagram of the location of the running

rigging and the connections of the electrical wiring to serve as a guide when the mast is

restepped. Mark the turnbuckle screws with nail polish or black electrical tape to facilitate

retuning of the spar.

(a) disconnect all wiring at base

(b) remove teak mast ring (6 screws)

(d) undo all shrouds and tie to mast (do not let them hang freely, they can get caught under

hand rails, etc.)

(.e) masthead instruments should be removed prior to demasting (i.e. windex, wind machine,

etc.)

Sling of Mast

On the CS 33 the sling is placed just below the spreaders.

On the CS 36;

(i) Under the upper spreader if there is enough height on the crane; this will be bottom

heavy

(ii) below lower spreaders, with great care; this will be top heavy

(iii) the ideal position is approximately 1 foot above the mast light, but be careful when

moving sling up the mast

(f) station a man below at step, one on deck and a roller furling system, someone should

hang

(g) remove mast; do not lose the rubber collar

(h) pull all halyards to masthead, coil halyards, bag and strap to mast

(i) shrouds can be removed, coiled and stored (optional); be sure all cups on swages are

accounted for

(j) remove spreaders and end caps to prevent damage (optional)

(k) seal masthead with plastic to prevent birds from nesting. Preferably the spar should be

stored in a sheltered enclosure. If you must store the spar outside, polyethylene sleeving may

be used to protect it. Do not expose any spars wrapped in plastic to direct sunlight. Cut a few