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The locking mechanism is made of two (2) jaws (H), inside the female part (D), that connect together around the
male part (G) when locked.
Another two stage system - on/off – (I) operates the locked and unlocked position; this mechanism is integrated
within the lock, behind the Two jaws in the lock female part.
By removing the black o-ring and the Two jaws, one can have direct access to this on/off mechanism.
Clean and lubricate every year jaws (H) and on/off mechanism (I), check if those parts are not damaged (see
Troubleshooting).
Karver mast halyard locks are made from high quality alloy and HR stainless steel.
It is possible that over time, oxidation marks may appear on the stainless steel parts. These marks can be removed
by using a stainless steel cleaner and a passivator for better protection against corrosion.
Flush your system with fresh water as often as possible.
6 TROUBLESHOOTING
Main troubleshooting is coming from a bad utilization of the system, if the tension on the halyard has not been high
enough when locking or unlocking (the male part has not reached the end stop), the on/off mechanism or the jaws
can be affected.
On/Off mechanism:
After having dismounted the system check if there is no metal distortion on point J and screws K.
In normal condition, if you press this system, each pressure has to put the system in Two different positions (L1 then
L2)
