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GNU FEATURES

Features Description:

Bow 

– Front of the packraft

Stern 

– Rear of the packraft.

Grab Loops 

– For attaching grab lines and securing gear to raft.

Valve –

Lightweight valve allows high pressure inflation and quick 

deflation with a quick twist of the valve core. Works with inflation 

bag and tempering by mouth or pump.

(Optional) Cargo Fly 

– Airtight Ti-Zip Superseal zipper allows internal 

gear storage. Keeps gear dry and improves weight distribution and 

stability. See P. ___.

C2 Seat 

– Inflatable center seat provides rigidity and support for kneeling like a 

C2 style whitewater canoe. Knee protection recommended.

C2 Seat Top Dump Valve 

– 3/4-inch screw valve for filling and deflating C2 seat 

works with inflation bag.

C2 Seat Top Off Nozzle 

– 1/4-inch nozzle for tempering C2 seat by mouth or 

with hand pump.

1-inc Triangle for Touring Seat 

– Allows touring seats (sold separately or 

included in touring version) to be installed in sitting position.

Cargo Fly

(Optional)

Stern

Valve

1-inch Triangle for 

Touring Seat

C2 Seat Dump Valve

Grab Loops

Bow

C2 Seat

C2 Seat Top Off Nozzle

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Summary of Contents for EXPLORER 42

Page 1: ...ALPACKA RAFT OWNER S MANUAL thisispackrafting Cargo Series...

Page 2: ...skan wilderness like the 600 mile traverse of the Brooks Range that Thor and four friends had completed that summer From that very first raft Alpacka Raft has been the industry standard for design and...

Page 3: ...t distribution and stability See P ___ C2 Seat Inflatable center seat provides rigidity and support for kneeling like a C2 style whitewater canoe Knee protection recommended C2 Seat Top Dump Valve 3 4...

Page 4: ...Improves floor rigidity and provides space for rear paddler to wedge heels between the seat and tubes for control and bracing Also provides space for front paddler to sit Single D Rings for Backband...

Page 5: ...ipment out of the water Also adds rigidity and floatation to the packraft Stainless D Rings Stainless 1 inch Made in USA D Rings for attaching handles frames and cam straps Lashing Strap Plates Heavy...

Page 6: ...or or durability against specific bodies of water and physical obstacles The following safety standards are recognized by the National Paddling Sports Association and we recommend all users of this pr...

Page 7: ...rally added some pressure to the raft The amount of air pressure that you choose to use is personal but we recommend approximately 1 2 2 0 psi which is the max that a normal person can orally add into...

Page 8: ...packrafts do not leave a tightly inflated seat unattended in the sun as it can burst from the rapid increase in air pressure Care and Repair The C2 Seat is made from a double urethane coated 210 denie...

Page 9: ...ater resistant zippers on the cockpit rim and thread the coaming into the sleeve from the end without the aluminum sleeve You may have to push and pull the PEX to work it all the way around the cockpi...

Page 10: ...permanent patch Replacement seats are available on our website at www alpackaraft com Kneeling Installation To install the Touring Seats for kneeling the wide flat side of the seat faces down and wil...

Page 11: ...ot to exceed 2 0psi if you are using a pump After tempering screw on the valve cap to prevent any leakage while boating NOTE LEAVING YOUR ALPACKA RAFT IN THE SUN UNATTENDED CAN CAUSE THE AIR PRESSURE...

Page 12: ...hile boating NOTE LEAVING YOUR ALPACKA RAFT IN THE SUN UNATTENDED CAN CAUSE THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE CHAMBER TO RAPIDLY RISE WHICH CAN LEAD TO FAILURE OR PERMANENT DAMAGE ALWAYS LET SOME AIR OUT YOUR B...

Page 13: ...ecured inside the side tubes with the included 3 4 inch quick release buckles On initial setup the male buckle will need to be threaded onto the 3 4 inch webbing tab installed about half way down the...

Page 14: ...l start to smell like cat urine and this smell can be very difficult to remove Clean dry and lubricate your Cargo Fly zipper See the Cargo Fly Care Instructions for more details We recommend periodic...

Page 15: ...These can be cut to shape and glued on with Carmo glue in the field for long lasting repairs Clifton 1 part This is not a field repair material but is an ideal glue for performing home repairs and at...

Page 16: ...incidental or consequential damages Limitations of Warranty This warranty does not apply to products that have been modified or altered except for modifications specifically authorized in writing by...

Page 17: ...st want to share some pictures of your latest adventure you can contact us for assistance at Alpacka Raft P O Box 1091 192 S Main Street Mancos CO 81328 Phone 970 533 7119 Email workshop alpackaraft c...

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