29. TRAILERING
When trailering the 21, follow all instructions included with your trailer and obey all the relevant state laws concerning trailering boats.
Remove each wing and insert it into the opposite side of the boat. The right wing will go into the left hull and the left wing into the right hull. This will allow the wings to remain in a
Tie down the mast both in the front and in the back (below the COMPTIP) to prevent the mast from coming loose during transport.
Securely strap or tie down your boat to the trailer before starting your way.
WARNING:
NEVER trailer your 21 so that the plastic luff
track of the COMPTIP rests on the rear crossbar or mast support because this may result in damage to the luff track.
WARNING: DO NOT USE WINCH LINE FROM YOUR TRAILER TO TIE THE MAST.
30. COMPTIP MAINTENANCE
Because surface contamination can allow the COMPTIP to conduct electricity, the fiberglass tip should be carefully and thoroughly cleaned with fresh water after each use. In the event fresh water will not remove surface film or other contamination, use soap and water only. DO NOT attempt to clean the COMPTIP mast with any type of solvent. Acetone or other solvents will damage the luff track.
Do not leave the mast tip in direct sunlight for extended periods. Cover the tip whenever it is not in use so ultraviolet rays will not degrade the surface.
Always trailer the luff track facing up. Do not allow mast
When storing the mast, be sure the luff track is facing up. DO NOT apply any pressure to the luff track during storage.
Please remember that the COMPTIP mast is not total guarantee against injury or death in the event of a mast/power line contact. If the surface or luff groove is contaminated with moisture, salt, dirt or other foreign matter, or if the mast touches a line carrying extremely high voltage, an electrical injury could still occur. Additionally, the protection is confined to the tip area only. A contact of the aluminum portion of the mast, shrouds or forestay is still extremely dangerous. The only sure protection for any sailor, on any boat, is the complete avoidance of electrical power lines.
31. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The 21 must be tightened periodically. After sailing and trailering, inspect all nuts, bolts and, most importantly, the shrouds and gudgeons to make sure that these critical elements are fitted tightly and properly to insure safe performance.
Use beach wheels or dollies when launching the boat off a beach. Never drag it over sand or rocks.
After each sail, especially a salt water sail, thoroughly rinse your boat with fresh, clean
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