Your boom and/or extension can be seriously damaged by impact with a solid object, extended exposure to sunlight or corrosion (aluminium booms and/or extensions). This damage may not always be visible to the naked eye. Never place yourself in a situation where the breakage of your boom or extension would make it impossible to return to the shore unaided and without assistance. For more information on the care and maintenance of your NeilPryde boom, please read the User Manual provided with this product.
The following areas of your boom should be checked regularly for any signs of wear and tear:
-Mechanical front end parts: front end lever, clamp and screws.
-Inhaul adjustment rope.
-The ferrule joint.
To give your booms and extensions a long life: |
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Take care to keep your booms and extensions out of the sun when not in use. |
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All sliding components must be free of sand and grit. Be sure to rinse out your boom and extension in fresh water to prevent the build-up of dirt. This will also prolong the life of your aluminium extension which can be subject to corrosion over time.
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Make sure you use all 3 pulleys when threading your outhaul.
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