Harken 948 MKIII Jib Reefing & Furling - Manual (Page 33)

Assembly
January 1999 Unit 2.5 MKIII 17
In this step, the first foil connector is inserted into the top foil and secured using wedges,
adhesive and screws.
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Tip: Proper use of the adhesive is the most important element of
proper foil assembly.
USE PLENTY OF ADHESIVE. (RED LOCTITE
® )
Completely remove the tape. Tape can jam or damage
the unit if left on the rod.
Push the connector into the foil until the screw holes in
the connector line up with the holes in the foil.
Coat foil connector screws with red Loctite and screw,
then into the connector until they are tight.
Coat the top half of the connector and the indentation
with red Loctite. Place a plastic connector wedge in the
indentation.
Slide one connector towards the top of the stay.
ROD