Stepping the mast
1. Point the Topper into the wind, support the mast at a 45
degree angle and engage the base of the mast into the cup
under the mastgate.
2. Walk the mast forward into an upright position, ensuring
that the collar is underneath the mastgate.
3. Pull the cord to close the gate.
4. Push the toggle in firmly to lock.
Fitting the boom
1. Engage the gooseneck end of the boom on to the mast
immediately above the collar.
2. Thread the outhaul (F) through the boom end fitting as
shown, knotting the end securely.
3. Thread the inboard end of the outhaul through the kicking
strap eye and then through the tube cleat on the underside
of the boom.
4. Engage the outhaul and clew strop hooks in the clew
cringle of the sail. Tighten and cleat the outhaul.
Stepping the mast
1-2
3.
Fitting the boom 1.
4.
F
F
F
2.
4.
3.
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