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StraitEdge2™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual

       

Diagram of Inflation Chambers

    

3.3  Inflating

IMPORTANT

: Before inflating, check to be sure that the kayak is completely assembled.

Inflate your kayak in the following order.  

Failure to follow these instructions may cause 

damage to your kayak.  Do not over inflate. 

1.   Locate chamber 1.  Unscrew cap and check that plunger valve is in the inflate position.         
   Inflate  Chamber 1 until firm  to the touch (2.25 psi 

ONLY

).

2.   Proceed to chamber 2.  Inflate chamber 2 until StraitEdge™ tube is firm to touch (2.25 psi       

   

ONLY

). Close  caps on chambers 1 and 2 tightly.

3.    Locate chambers 3 and 4 “floor.” Make sure valve body is screwed in tightly.  Remove small

   cap 

(See Figure 2)

 and use appropriate pump nozzle.  Inflate chambers until firm (1.0 psi       

   

ONLY

).  

Do not  over inflate

!

4.    Locate Chambers 5 and 6. Inflate Chambers 5 and 6 until firm (1.0 psi 

ONLY

). 

5.    Make sure all valves are closed tightly and properly.  Check to be sure the cap tether is        

 

   not interfering with the valve seating chambers 3 and 4.

3.4  Over Inflation

 CAUTION

:

 Water temperature and weather will affect the air pressure of the kayak.  In cold 

weather and water your kayak will lose some pressure.  If this occurs, you may want to add a 
bit more air to the kayak to improve performance.  In hot weather or prolonged sunlight, the air 
inside the kayak will expand.  You must let some air out of the appropriate chambers to prevent 
the kayak from failing due to overpressure.  You should avoid exposing your kayak to extreme 
temperatures (hot or cold).

Summary of Contents for AE1014

Page 1: ...MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING AFTER READING THIS MANUAL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE StraitEdge2 Inflatable Kayak Owner s Manual MODEL AE1014 1 or 2 PERSON KAYAK ADVANCED ELEMENTS...

Page 2: ...k Its bow slices through water like a knife and rivals the tracking of hard shell kayaks The stern acts as a skeg increasing the tracking performance The DragonFly kayaks are durable and lightweight T...

Page 3: ...Understanding Your Valves 8 3 3 Inflating 9 3 4 Over Inflation 9 3 5 Deflation 10 3 6 Folding 10 4 Guidelines for Usage 10 4 1 To Use As Self Bailing 11 5 Proper Care and Storage 12 6 Repairs 12 6 1 R...

Page 4: ...CHECK YOUR EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO EACH USE FOR SIGNS OF WEAR OR FAILURE NEVER PADDLE ALONE DO NOT PADDLE IN FLOOD CONDITIONS BE AWARE OF APPROPRIATE RIVER WATER LEVELS TIDAL CHANGES DANGEROUS CURRENTS WEA...

Page 5: ...damage CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage CAUTION Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation...

Page 6: ...r main chambers 2PERSON OR 500 LBS THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH NMMASTANDARDS OF EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURES ASSN StraitEdge2 Kayak Capacity Label WARNING Do not exceed...

Page 7: ...frame in the bow and stern that enhances its performance 3 1 Assembly 1 Insert aluminum Bow rib and the Stern rib into the webbing slots on the StraitEdge air bags and webbing slots on the kayak floor...

Page 8: ...s will have details on how to operate the valves NOTE Deflate Push in center stem and rotate clockwise to the locked position Valve stem should be pushed in Inflate Push in center stem and rotate coun...

Page 9: ...tly Remove small cap See Figure 2 and use appropriate pump nozzle Inflate chambers until firm 1 0 psi ONLY Do not over inflate 4 Locate Chambers 5 and 6 Inflate Chambers 5 and 6 until firm 1 0 psi ONL...

Page 10: ...center lengthwise 3 Fold into 4 equal sections 4 Place into duffel bag 4 GUIDELINES FOR USAGE Paddlesports can be very dangerous and physically demanding The user of this product should understand tha...

Page 11: ...e paddling Get official information about the local tides and currents before paddling there Be careful that you do not over estimate your strength your endurance or your skill Be careful never to und...

Page 12: ...e up any excess water in the outer cover 3 Wipe off the floor top and bottom 4 If there is sand or gravel in the kayak you can hose out the cover and then wipe it down with a towel 5 Most of the time...

Page 13: ...flate If you cannot see or hear where a leak may be take a clean rag with soapy water and begin rubbing the tube If a hole is present bubbles will continually form Repair using repair kit If it is a v...

Page 14: ...s It is alway a good idea to keep nots of your paddling experiences Your notes can serve as a reminder of what to look out for as well as what gear to bring along and what conditions are like DATE TIM...

Page 15: ...15 notes...

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Page 17: ...M P O Box 5128 Concord CA 94524 Signature_________________________________________________________________________________ FIRST ASSIGNMENT FOR VALUE RECEIVED in the amount of ________________________...

Page 18: ...ation relates meets the essential health and safety requirements and is in conformity with the relevant EU Directives listed below General Product Safety Directive using the relevant section of the fo...

Page 19: ...ce with this warranty THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE FACE HEREOF AD VANCED ELEMENTS SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THIS WARRANTY...

Page 20: ...like a catalog of our latest products please visit our website at www advancedelements com or call Toll Free 866 262 9076 PLEASE COMPLETE THE OTHER SIDE OF THIS WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD AND RETURN T...

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