Wells MOD-400TD User Manual

ManualFurlex 400 TD 595-240-E2015-01-15400 TD

Fig. 3.3.eHD2W2D1Fig. 3.3.fD2W2HD1W1Fig. 3.3.hD2HW2D1W1W2HBHRD1D210Toggle typeForestay dimensionsØ 12 Ø 14Eye/fork toggleArticle no. 174-125 174-125Le

113.3 Hull attachmentThe lower bearing assembly of the Furlex TD system is to be regarded as an extension of the forestay fitting inside the hull. As

123.4 Fitting below deckThe dimension F is nominal. In this area the thickness of the deck should not exceed 20 mm (25/32")If the deck is thicker

73±1º133.5 Location of the through-deck holeThe bearing of the through-deck tting has a spherical surface which compensates for smal-ler angle discre

143.5.2 Mast is not stepped 3.5.3 Mast is stepped using an exis-ting forestay on deck (where Furlex TD system is to be fitted in the same location)1.

153.6.1Table 1: Calculation of forestay wire length Your forestayExample (400 TD/Ø12)FLExisting forestay length FL including rigging screw, no tension

163.7 Calculating the length of the luff extrusion 1. Insert the length of the new forestay wire (WL) as calculated in "Table 1" into "

FL = Existing forestay lengthFig. 3.7.aCHECBWLTADTDHNFLFLD17

181. Using the 6.5 mm (1/4") hole at the intersection point (see g. 3.5.3) as its centre, cut a Ø 50 mm (2") hole in the deck.2.Step t

20°~5 mm (1/4")AFig. 4.2.b194.2 Fitting of the lower bearing assembly to the boat1. Guide the lower bearing assembly through the deck fitting. U

2 This information must be followed to avoid damage to the system and the risk of personal injury. The 2-year guarantee on the Furlex system is o

112204.3 Fitting the line drum and line guide 3. Start by fitting the line drum half with the line on the lower bearing assembly first. Tighten

3==21 7. Adjust the line guide vertically so that it is midway between the line drum flanges. If the casing or line guard come into contact with the

Fig. 4.4.dFig. 4.4.bFig. 4.4.cFig. 4.4.a224.4 Assembly of the luff section Assembly should be carried out on a horizontal surface. Connect the luff ex

Fig. 4.4.fJ235.Fit a joining sleeve into the next 2400 mm (94 ½") extrusion together with a connecting plate. Connect this to the lower extrusion

Fig. 4.5.b247.Unscrew the socket, wedge and former from the terminal part. 8.Thread the socket onto the wire.6. Cut the wire. Round the end of the wi

Fig. 4.5.dFig. 4.5.eFig. 4.5.gFig. 4.5.c2 mm259.Slide the wedge over the core of the wire. The core of the wire should protrude approx. 2 mm (5/64&quo

2616. Check length NFL of the stay is according to "Table 1" (chapter 3.6.1) & g. 7.a.17Mark the 660 mm (26") extrusion with a

275 Halyard routing Halyard routing is one of the most important things to attend to for correct assembly. The angle between the halyard and the fores

285.2 Halyard sheave boxA sheave box can also be fitted to the mast to meet the 5–10° requirement. The sheave box will not damage the halyard, nor is

400 TD: 300 mm (11 13/16") 5–10°400 TD: 300 mm (11 13/16")5–10°0 - 5°10°29For the halyard routing to work properly, the halyard swivel must

3 Page1 Introduction 1.1 The manual 2 1.2 Product information 4 ASSEMBLY2 Checklist 2.1 Furlex box 6 2.2 Foil pack 8 2.3 Tools 82.4

306 Furling line arrangement6.1 Functional description As the sail unfurls, the furling line is wound onto the line drum. It is centred on the line dr

300 mm316.3 Routing the furling lineThe illustration below shows a model arrangement of the furling line routing inside an anchor well to achieve maxi

32The Furlex kit contains 1 articulated block to be fitted preferably on a Ø25 mm (63/64") pulpit and 4 fixed stanchion blocks for fitting on a Ø

337 The Sail7.1 Adapting the sail to the Furlex system  To fit the Furlex system, an existing sail may need to be modified. The maximum luff length

WLGDLGFL 1100 mmCBEFFLD34Fig. 7.1.b7.1.1 Table of sail measurements Fig. 7.1.a7.2 Sail shapeThe design of a sail can vary depending on its intended us

357.3 Determining the length of the pendantTo hoist the sail see the description in chapter 11.1.1. Attach the head of the sail directly to the halya

36OPERATING MANUALTo derive the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your Furlex system, we recommend that you study this operating manual carefully. Al

37IMPORTANT POINTS!  Routing the halyard is one of the most important aspects of system assembly for safe, trouble¬-free sailing using the jib furl

3810.2 Halyard sheave boxA sheave box can also be fitted to the mast to meet the 5–10° requirement. The sheave box will not damage the halyard, nor is

39Fig. 11.1.a11 Sailing with Furlex11.1 To hoist the sail1. Tension the forestay for hard close-reach sailing before the sail is hoisted. If the sail

4When the original Furlex was introduced in 1983, it was not a pioneering project. The design included features which improved on other manufacturers’

40 8. Feed the luff tape through the sail feeder into the luff groove. If the furling line exits on the port side of the line drum, the sail shou

41 If the furling line is accidentally released, the sail may unfurl and flap unchecked in strong winds. If left for any length of time, it could

4212.1 Free turn Furlex is equipped with a tack swivel, meaning that furling of the tack is delayed by one revolution in relation to the luff extrusi

4312.4 Adjusting the sheeting positionWhen the sail is reefed, it may be necessary to adjust the sheeting position. For a sail with a low clew, the sh

4413 Furlex for racingMany racing yachtsmen have exploited the advantages of the jib furling and reefing system with great success. The sail can be pa

4514 Adjusting the forestay lengthFurlex 400 TD is only supplied without a rigging screw. 14.1 To lengthen the forestay The forestay can be lengthened

DBACFHGE4615.1 Lubricating the lower bearing assembly15 Maintenance of the Furlex systemTo ensure that the system rotates easily and functions reliabl

4715.3 Cleaning the FurlexWash and rinse the entire Furlex system with fresh water and a mild detergent to remove dirt and salt crystals. Note! Some d

A312487. Lower the adapter tube and fit it to the cardan ring of the lower bearing assembly. Fit the bushes acc. to fig. 16.1c. Tighten the screws 

49Fig. 16.2.a 17 Dismantling NOTE! Do not dismantle the halyard swivel or lower bearing assembly. You will find it difficult to re-assemble them co

1381813122019169452111571417621224101451. Forestay/eye terminal2. Top guard3. Halyard swivel4. Snap shackle5. Luff extrusion6. Distance tub

2150Press on the sail feeder connector from the front of the luff extrusion. Clip the sailfeeder into th connector’s top recess, then press the sail f

5117.4 Line drumFig. 17.4.a1. Dismantle the line drum halves by loosening the 2 screws.

Fig. 17.6.a5217.5 Wire terminal 1. Remove the terminal part from the socket. See fig. 17.5.b and fig. 4.5.a. 2. Remove the former at the bottom of

53Reassembly of the luff extrusion:1. Check all corners, edges and holes for damage, and file smooth if necessary. 2. Clean the wire and all ext

5418 TroubleshootingProblem Probable cause Action 18.1 "The sail will not unfurl or will only partly unfurl." • The jib halyard is wrapped

55Problem Probable cause Action18.3 "The system ‘wobbles’ when furling and unfurling" • The forestay is too loose. • Tension the forestay.

56We are sure that your Furlex will give you many years of enjoyment and wish youand your crew happy sailing.19 ChecklistGo through the checklist belo

62 Checklist2.1 Furlex box:ASSEMBLY Forestay wire with top bearing. Eye terminal with toggle Halyard swivel with snap shackle Lower bearing assemb

7 Line guard housing Locking block Furling line 2 halyard leads 508-128 with insulator sheets incl. 6 screws Drill bit Ø 5.3 mm (7/32") 6 s

8Tools needed for assembly: Hacksaw 2 adjustable spanners Pair of pliers ("Polygrip") Adhesive tape File Marker pen (water-proof) Set o

FL FLHTEDTET93.2.1 Dimensions of top eye terminalFurlex Series Wire Dim. TED1)TET2)400 TDØ 12 20 (25/32") 15 (19/32")Ø 14 23 (29/32") 1