Topaz Uno Plus Rigging Instructions

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TOPAZ Uno Plus

Rigging Instructions

TOPAZ Uno Plus
RIGGING INSTRUCTIONS

CONTENTS

2. Introduction

2. Manufacturers Details

3. Maintenance
4-5. Mast and Mainsail
6-8. Boom
9-10. Jib

11. Rudder

INTRODUCTION

These RIGGING  INSTRUCTIONS have been compiled to help you to rig your TOPAZ UNO PLUS sailing dinghy.

Please also ensure that you refer to your TOPAZ  OWNERS MANUAL. The OWNERS MANUAL has been compiled
to help you to operate your craft with safety and enjoyment. It contains details of the craft, the equipment supplied
or fitted, it’s systems and information on its operation and maintenance. Please read it carefully and familiarise yourself
with the craft before using it.

If this is your first craft, or you are changing to a type of craft you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety,
please ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of the craft. Your dealer
or national sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you of local sea schools, or competent instructors.

PLEASE KEEP THE RIGGING  INSTRUCTIONS and THE OWNERS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE AND HAND THEM
OVER TO THE NEW OWNER WHEN YOU SELL THE CRAFT.

MANUFACTURER  DETAILS

For further information, spares and accessories, please contact the manufacturer:
Topper International Ltd
Kingsnorth Technology Park
Wotton Road
Ashford
Kent TN23 6LN
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
email [e-mail]

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TOPAZ Uno Plus
Maintenance

The TOPAZ System is designed to require very little maintenance, but there are some simple ways
to keep your boat in the best condition.

Rudder

Never launch your boat without checking that the retaining clip has clicked into place beneath
the upper transom fitting, as this will prevent the rudder from falling off.

Sails

After you have finished sailing, roll the mainsail loosely, this will extend its life better than folding.

Always rinse the sails and the boat after sailing in salt water.

Foils

Make sure that the rudder blade remains tight between the stock when down.
Any movement between the blade and the stock, or the stock and the hull may cause steering problems.

Hull and fittings

Small dents can be repaired by gently warming the hull with a hot air blower (take care not to melt the hull).
For any more substantial repairs refer to Topper Sailboats.

Check the attachment of all fittings regularly. This is particularly important for the fittings
that are screwed onto fixings that are set in the hull. Keep all blocks, cleats and ropes clean
and rinse them after salt water exposure.

Always remove the bung to empty any water after sailing, and when not sailing leave the bung out
to prevent the buildup of pressure within the hull as the temperature fluctuates.

Ropes

Always replace any ropes that are showing any signs of wear immediately.

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1.1
Lay the Upper and Lower mast
on the ground. Insert the upper
mast into the lower mast
as shown.

1.2
Ensure that the upper mast is fully inserted, so that it is a snug fit.

1.3
Slide the luff tube of the sail
(front edge) over the mast until
the end of the mast reaches
the end of the luff tube.

1.4
Tie the downhaul onto the pre-attached cleat on the lower mast. Pass the downhaul through the metal ring
on the sail, and then back through the cleat. As shown.

4

1. Rigging the Mast and Mainsail