Assembly – Harken 1080 MKIII Jib Reefing & Furling User Manual

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Assembly

April 2000

Unit 3.25 MKIII

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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

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