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RS Sailing

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Introduction
This manual provides guidance for operating RS sailing dinghies safely and enjoyably. It emphasizes the importance of boating safety and seamanship training, especially for first-time boat owners or those unfamiliar with this type of craft. It advises consulting with an RS Dealer or national sailing federation for further guidance.

Safety Warnings

Adhere to the maximum number of persons and engine size as indicated on the CE plaque and Principal Dimensions.
Ensure all hatches and bungs are closed before setting sail.
Be aware that stability decreases when towing or being towed.
Puncturing air tanks and encountering breaking waves pose significant stability risks.
Follow roof rack and trailer load limits when transporting the boat.
Rig the boat according to the manual available at www.RSsailing.com.

Capsize Recovery
Single-handed Dinghies

Ensure the dagger/centre board is down, stand on the gunwale, hold the board, and lean back.
Pull down on the board and gunwale to right the boat.
Pull yourself back into the boat from the cockpit.

Double-handed Dinghies

Ensure the dagger/centre board is down, with the helm standing on the gunwale and leaning back. The crew assists by pulling on a jib or spinnaker sheet.
The crew moves to the cockpit side to help right the boat.
The helm uses sheets or righting lines to finish righting the boat.
The crew assists the helm back into the boat once upright.

Specifications

Main Sail Area (A1): Varies by class, measured in square meters.
Jib Area (A2): Not applicable for all classes.
Spinnaker Area (A3): Provided for certain classes.
Length of Hull (Lh): Ranges from 4.0m to 7.4m.
Beam of Hull (Bh): Width measurements vary, indicating stability and space.
Height Above Sheer (Ha): Height from the deck to the top of the mast.
Draft (T): Depth of the hull below the waterline.
Unladed Mass (MLCC): Weight of the boat without additional equipment or crew.
Maximum Total Load (MTL): Total weight capacity including crew and equipment.
Crew Limit (CL): Maximum recommended number of crew members.

Categories

Category C - Inshore: Suitable for coastal waters with wind force up to 6 and wave heights up to 2m.
Category D - Sheltered: Designed for sheltered waters with wind force up to 4 and wave heights up to 0.3m.

Towing Instructions
Specific tying points are provided for each class to ensure safe towing, typically involving the mast base or bow u-bolt.

Bailing Methods
Most boats are self-draining, but carrying a sponge is recommended for additional bailing. Methods vary slightly by class, with some using cockpit bungs and others relying on open transoms.

Self-Draining Systems for RS Boats
Different RS boat models have various self-draining systems. For example, the RS 300 and RS 400 use open mirrors and cockpit plugs, while the RS 500 uses cockpit pipes. Despite being self-draining, having a sponge on board is recommended for additional water removal.

Declaration of Conformity
RS Sailing declares conformity with the EU Recreational Craft Directive 94/25/EC, amended by Directive 2003/44/EC. The declaration covers craft identification, builder's plate, protection from falling overboard, owner's manual, structure, stability, buoyancy, openings, flooding, load recommendations, and anchoring standards.

Basic Rigging Guides
Guides are provided for single-handed dinghies, double-handed dinghies, and keelboats. Key steps include ensuring the boat is head to wind, attaching halyards, hoisting sails, and securing rudder assemblies. It is crucial to ensure all hatches and bungs are closed before launching.

Catalog excerpts

OWNER'S MANUAL

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Owner’s Manual

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Contents of Manual Page No. 2-6 7 Capsize recovery – Single handed dinghies Capsize recovery – Double handed dinghies Capsize recovery - Multihulls Principal Dimensions – ABP dinghies Principal Dimensions – Single handed performance dinghies Principal Dimensions – Double handed performance dinghies Towing points Appendix – Basic rigging guides

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English____________________________________________________________ Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new RS sailing dinghy and thank you for choosing an RS product. We are confident that you will have many hours of great sailing and racing in this truly excellent design. The RS fleet are exciting boats to sail and offer fantastic performance. This manual has been compiled to help you operate your craft with safety and pleasure. This manual will not instruct you in boating safety or seamanship. If this is your first boat, or if you are changing to a type of craft that you are...

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Français___________________________________________________________ Intro Félicitations pour l’achat de votre nouveau dériveur RS et merci d’avoir choisi nos produits. Nous sommes convaincus que vous aurez de belles heures de navigation avec cet excellent support. La gamme RS propose une large palette de modèles, tous parfaitement aboutis pour leur programme. Ce manuel a été prévu pour vous aider à appréhender votre bateau dans les meilleures conditions de sécurité et le plus sereinement possible. Ce manuel n’a pas pour objet de vous instruire sur la sécurité en mer ou la conduite en marin responsable....

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Deutsch____________________________________________________________ Einleitung Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Kauf Ihres neuen Bootes aus dem Hause RS Sailing. Wir freuen uns, das Sie sich für eines unserer Produkte entschieden haben. Und wir sind überzeugt davon, dass Sie unzählige Stunden voller Segelspaß genießen können werden. Dieses Handbuch wurde zusammengestellt, um Ihnen zu helfen, das Boot auf sichere und für Sie angenehme Art und Weise zu nutzen. Dieses Handbuch dient nicht der Schulung von guter Seemannschaft oder allgemeiner Sicherheitsfragen. Falls dieses Ihr erstes Segelboot sein sollte...

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Italiano____________________________________________________________ Introduzione. RingraziandoVi per l’acquisto di un prodotto della linea RS, desideriamo congratularci con Voi per la scelta della vostra nuova deriva RS Sailing. Siamo certi che avrete molte occasioni di essere orgogliosi del vostro acquisto e vi divertirete moltissimo, sia con semplici uscite a vela sia che decidiate di partecipare alle regate dei vari circuiti RS. Tutta la gamma RS è composta da imbarcazioni divertenti da usare e gratificanti per le loro performance; questo manuale è stato redatto per aiutarVi ad ottenere in...

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Español___________________________________________________________ Introducción Felicidades por la compra de su nuevo velero RS y gracias por elegir uno de nuestros modelos. Estamos convencidos de que disfrutará muchas horas del placer de navegar y regatear en su nuevo RS. Todas las embarcaciones de nuestra flota resultan muy excitantes y ofrecen excelentes prestaciones. Este manual se ha compilado a fin de ayudarle a obtener de su embarcación máximo placer y seguridad. Este manual no pretende instruirle sobre seguridad a bordo o en el manejo de la embarcación. Si esta es su primera embarcación...

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Capsize Recovery from Inversion – Single handed dinghies Redresser après chavirage - en solitaire Wiederaufrichten durchgekenterter Boote – Einhandboote Raddrizzamento dopo una scuffia a 180° - barche singole Adrizamiento de una embarcación volcada quilla al sol - Embarcaciones individuales Ensure the dagger/centre board is in the down position. Stand on the gunwale, hold on to the dagger/centre board and lean back. Once on its side, pull down on dagger/centre board followed by the gunwale to bring the boat upright. Reach into the cockpit and pull your self back into the boat. Vérifier que la...

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Capsize Recovery from Inversion – Double handed dingies Redresser après chavirage - en double Wiederaufrichten durchgekenterter Boote – Zweimannboote Raddrizzamento dopo una scuffia a 180° - barche doppie Adrizamiento de una embarcación volcada quilla al sol - Embarcacionesdobles English 1. Ensure the dagger/centre board is in the down position.The helm should stand on the gunwale, hold on to the dagger/centre board and lean back. To assist, the crew can take a jib/spinnaker sheet, stand on the gunwale and lean back. 2. Once on its side, the crew should make their way to cockpit and throw the...

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Capsize Recovery from Inversion – Multihulls Ressaler d’une position complètement inversée - Multicoques Das Aufrichten bei durchgekentertem Boot - für Katamarane Raddrizzamento dopo una scuffia a 180° – Catamarani Adrizamiento de una embarcación volcada quilla al sol – Multihulls English 1. Collect the righting line and stand at the transom of one of the hulls. Leaning backwards, the boat will slowly come up into the capsize position. 2. Climb onto the lower hull, release the main and jib sheets and throw the righting line over the top hull. 3. Lean back on the righting line to begin the righting...

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Principal Dimensions for APB Dinghies Dimensions principales gamme loisir Technische Daten für APB-Boote Ha Dimensioni principali delle derive serie APB Dimensiones principales de las embarcaciones polivalentes de polietileno. English Code A1 A2 A3 Lh Bh Ha T MLCC Description Main sail area Jib area Spinnaker area Length of hull Beam of hull Height above Sheer Draft Unladed mass boat Maximum total load Minimum crew for capsize Crew limit Français Description Deutsch Beschreibung Italiano Descrizione Español descripción Surface de grand-voile Surface de foc Surface de spinnaker Longueur de coque...

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