RS Aero Quick start guide

Rigging Guide
Mainsheet Ratchet Base V1
PLEASE FOLLOW ASSEMBLY GUIDE IN THE CORRECT ORDER

1
This retro kit allows you to remove the mainsheet ratchet and add a swivel base easily,
which can still be removed to stack boats together.
From September 2016 the base adapter plate will be standard on all new boats and the
ratchet and ratchet base will come in the customer kit.
If you want a swivel base then this is available as a separate kit.
If your boat looks like this, you already
have the adapter plate installed. Move
straight on to section 2 for how to put in
the swivel base.
If your boat looks like this, see section 1
for how to convert it to accept the new
adapter plate.
Tools required:
• drill and 3mm drill bit
• pozidrive screwdriver
• silicone sealant and applicator gun
• wire cutters (to remove cable ties)
Contents:
1 x mainsheet cleat base and mounting plate
3 x countersunk screws
2 x cable ties
1 x release tool
Adding the new mainsheet base

2
1.1
1.2
Remove the two screws then remove the
mainsheet block, eyelet and plastic base.
Remove the shackle, spring and eyelet
from the block.
Add some sealant down the two existing holes left by the screws
removed in step 1.1.
1. How to convert your Aero to accept the new mainsheet ratchet base
Line up the holes in the new mainsheet ratchet
base adapter plate with the holes in the boat
and screw into place using the countersunk
screws provided.
1.3
Make sure the third hole in the base plate is
forward of the other two holes.
The screws must be tight

3
Compress the existing spring (as removed in step 1.1) using cable ties
then shackle the ratchet block onto the eyelet.
1.4
1.5
Using the mounting bracket as a guide, drill the third hole using a 3mm drill bit.
Add sealant and screw down.
Add the eyelet onto the ratchet base.
If you wish to use the new ratchet base, see step 1.5 - 1.7 for how to add it.
If you wish to use a swivel base, move on to section 2.4
1.6
Make sure the plastic spring washer goes
back on the right way up.
Once the shackle is tightened, cut the cable
ties.
The screws must be tight

4
1.7
Take the new ratchet base, align the three pins with the
holes in the adapter plate, then push it down then forwards
to lock into place.
You should hear a click as the catch engages.
2. How to add a swivel base
Using the tool provided release the catch
on the mainsheet block base.
2.1
2.2
Slide the mainsheet block base aft and then upwards to release.
If you have just completed step 1.1-1.4 and you wish to add a swivel base,
move straight on to step 2.4

5
2.5
2.3
2.4
Take the new base with the mainsheet jammer on it,
align the three pins with the holes and push it down
then forwards to lock into place.
You should hear a click as the catch engages.
Remove the ratchet block and ttings from the base.
Compress the existing spring (as removed in step 2.3 or 1.1)
using cable ties then attach the ratchet block onto the eyelet of
the new swivel base.
Make sure the plastic spring washer goes back
on the right way up.
Once the shackle is tightened, cut the cable ties.