Assembly – Harken 948 MKIII Jib Reefing & Furling User Manual
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Assembly
January 1999
Unit 2.5 MKIII
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After the headstay is tensioned, align the opening
with the furling line lead by turning the line guard
assembly.
Tip: Adjustments can easily be made to the position
of the openings when installing the furling line.
Slide the notched locking washer up the lower stud until
the notches slip over the three pins on the bottom of
the furling unit. It may be necessar y to turn the drum
slightly to align the pins with the notches.
Tip: The locking nut is special. Check to see that it is
on the stud with the "up" arrow facing up.
Slip the restraining washer up the stud until it rests
against the notched locking washer.
Thread the locking nut up the lower stud and tighten it
against the restraining washer with a 1
1
/
2
" (38 mm)
wrench.
Thread the locking collar down onto the top of the drum
assembly. Tighten with a 1
1
/
2
" (38 mm) wrench while
holding the wire or rod terminal with a wrench (Vise
Grips pliers for rod).