Sails Only Turning
SAILS ONLY TURNING
At least one Senior Miller with another person must be on site whenever the sails are set.
If visitors are on site the Senior Miller must decide whether to erect a safety barrier around the sail area.
No visitors allowed on the stone floor whilst sweeps are turning – except at the discretion of the Senior Miller.
Note – If the sails are being turned whilst no visitors are on site for maintenance etc. the “Closed to the Public” sign should be displayed on the gate.
- The senior miller must be aware of weather conditions and must direct the duties of others accordingly in setting the sails and running the mill.
- Check wind direction.
- Check the electric cables in the roundhouse if turning the mill.
- Release the talthur, raise the steps, and turn the mill into the wind.
- Lower the steps.
- Unchock the brake wheel.
- Unpeg the brake lever putting the brake rope through the side hatch.
- CHECK :-
The stone nuts are out of gear.
Brake and tail wheels are clear of obstructions
Hopper covers are removed or will not foul the brake wheel.
Wire machine is out of gear.
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