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In 1950, Hobie’s dream was born in his parents’ 

garage when he decided to apply his love of 

woodworking to the sport of surfing.  Dad backed 

out the Buick... Hobie carved out his very first 

surfboard...

Hobie’s business of fun had begun.

Summary of Contents for MIRAGE IECLIPSE

Page 1: ... Hobie Mirage iEclipse Manual ...

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Page 3: ...e s dream was born in his parents garage when he decided to apply his love of woodworking to the sport of surfing Dad backed out the Buick Hobie carved out his very first surfboard Hobie s business of fun had begun ...

Page 4: ... 8 MirageDrive Instruction 12 On the Water 13 Maintenance and Care 16 Storage and Transport 18 Safety 20 Warranty 21 Look for this icon Online video is available at www hobie com support products Please read through the instruction manual before using this product ...

Page 5: ...5 hobie com 1 Mirage iEclipse Board 2 Handlebar 3 MirageDrive 4 Steering System 5 Hand Pump 6 Electric Pump 7 Cassette Plug 8 Storage Bag 9 Repair Kit 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Anatomy ...

Page 6: ... up the nozzle of the pump with the valve Make sure the pin is in the up position Plug in the nozzle and 1 4 twist to lock the nozzle to the valve Begin inflating Inflating the iEclipse 1 2 3 Pin 1 PSI Max For higher PSI Pin 1 PSI Max For higher PSI Pin 1 PSI Max For higher PSI Inflating Deflating Your Eclipse comes with two pumps The electric pump will inflate your Eclipse to 1 PSI Max This is NO...

Page 7: ...the nozzle to the top of the electric pump Connect the nozzle to the valve on the Eclipse to deflate It is important to never inflate your Eclipse past the reccomended pressure Pres sure reccomendations are found around the air valve Pump 4 5 6 Single Action Double Action Pin Single Action Double Action 1 PSI Max For higher PSI PFDs SAVE LIVES M A X I M UM INFLATION 10 PSI 0 7 b a r PFDs SAVE LIV ...

Page 8: ...de the handlebar into the post Close the quick release to lock the handlebar to the post Open the quick release and adjust up or down as needed Handlebar Assembly iEclipse Key Set Up Steering Handle Rudder Pedals EVA Deck Grip MirageDrive Cable Keeper ...

Page 9: ...9 hobie com 1 2 Plug in Handlebar Lock by turning the knob either direction located on the handlebar receiver Installing the Handlebar Set Up Unlocked Locked ...

Page 10: ...o the handlebar over the locking button until it clicks into place The locking button will secure the steering handle to the handlebar To remove the steering handle push down on the locking button and slide the steering handle off the handlebar 1 2 3 Set Up ...

Page 11: ...the gudgeon that is mounted to the back of the iEclipse Slide the rudder track into the gudgeon track To remove the rudder pull the red locking knob out while pulling the rudder up 1 2 3 Set Up Your rudder pin is designed to break under high loads An extra pin is stored under the right pedal ...

Page 12: ...lick and Go lever Lift drive straight up Flip pedals forward Flip pedals back Lower drive straight down making sure the spine is level Press down and lock drive into the Click and Go s The drive locks automatically when installed Level MirageDrive Instruction 1 2 3 4 1 2 ...

Page 13: ...13 hobie com Mirage Driver Operation Shallow Water and Beaching In shallow water push one pedal all the way down and continue doing small steps to keep the fins moving close to the board On the Water 1 ...

Page 14: ...istance On the Water Loosen the screw on the bottom of the mast to increase resistance on the fin Tighten to decrease resistance Take the fin off from the mast on your MirageDrive by removing the small key ring and pin Put the fin back on the MirageDrive and secure with the pin and key ring 1 8 Allen Key 2 1 3 ...

Page 15: ...15 hobie com Steering On the Water Left R i g h t Steering is con trolled by the knobs on the right handle Use your thumb and index finger to move left and right 1 2 ...

Page 16: ...ables should be tight enough so they can only be slightly squeezed in under firm finger pressure Multi Lube Part 5121 Check Cable Tension MirageDrive Regular Maintenance Maintenance and Care Rinse after use ...

Page 17: ...ble under the screw head on the rudder drum Pull the cable so there is no slack until the cable is taught Tighten the screw to lock the cable Repeat for opposite side Loosen the screw under the steering handle 1 4 turn Loosen the left and right screws so the steering cables are free to move Loosen R screw Loosen L screw Pull cable tighten screw Pull cable tighten screw Align rudder pointing straig...

Page 18: ...18 Folding Storage and Transportation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Note Folding directions are also featured on the inside cover of the storage bag ...

Page 19: ...sportation 1 1 Mirage Cassette Plug Your Mirage iEclipse is shipped with a Mirage Cas sette Plug The plug is provided as standard equipment in the Mirage Eclipse package Insert the plug into the Mirage well when the MirageDrive is removed to provide added safety and to fair the bottom of the hull when paddling as a SUP The cart should be used for transporta tion purposes only and not as a storage ...

Page 20: ...ipse If you fall off stay with the Eclipse You should be properly wearing a life jacket PFD which will keep you afloat If the Eclipse is upside down it will need to be turned over To do this reach across the bottom of the Eclipse and grab the Hobie MirageDrive and pull the Eclipse upright Position yourself at the back and pull youself up from the back of the Eclipse ...

Page 21: ...er water levels tidal changes wind conditions obstacles in and above the water and weather changes Always wear a leash Never Never go in flooded and or fast moving water conditions This product is not a surfboard and not intended to ride waves Riding waves on this product could result in injury Never exceed your ability and be aware of your limitations Never use alcohol or mind altering drugs prio...

Page 22: ...ur smart phone If you have a question or issue with your Hobie product please see your Authorized Hobie Dealer They will assess the problem assist with a repair and file a warranty claim with Hobie Cat Company if needed All warranty claims must go through your Authorized Hobie Kayak Dealer The Warranty Registration Card and Warranty Policies are included with each model in the Owner s Packet Type ...

Page 23: ...23 hobie com Get Out There ...

Page 24: ...iary Huskisson New South Wales Australia 1 800 4 HOBIE Hobie Cat Europe Subsidiary Toulon France 33 0 494 08 78 78 Hobie Kayak Europe Independent Distributor Stellendam The Netherlands 31 0 187 499 440 Hobie Cat Brasil Independent Distributor Porto Belo Santa Catarina Brazil 55 21 3942 6815 Hobie com PN 87800034 REV 021521 ...

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