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INFLATION
1
• Roll out the paddleboard on a smooth surface free of loose material.
• Twist off the valve cap. If the valve head is down
(fig. 1)
, push the valve head in and
turn it clockwise until it pops up
(fig. 2)
.
• Do not exceed 15 psi (1 bar) of air pressure.
Do not use an air compressor to inflate the
paddleboard. Any use of an air compressor may
damage the board and will void the warranty.
!
FAI
Valve Cap
Valve Head
Valve Base
Press and Turn
Clockwise 90°
Valve Head Down
(Deflate Position)
Valve Head Up
(Inflate Position)
Top View
fig. 1–Side View (Cross
Section)
fig. 2–Side View (Cross
Section)
• Assemble the
Pump (FAI)
by attaching the hose to the pressure gauge, then attach
the pressure gauge to the pump handle
(fig. 3)
.
• Connect the end of the hose to the valve on the
Paddleboard (FAE)
and inflate until the
gauge shows an air pressure of 15 psi (1 bar). Make sure the valve head remains in
the closed (up) position and tighten the valve cap.
fig. 3–Air Hose, Pressure
Gauge, and Pump Handle
• To use the pump effectively, stand
the pump on firm, level ground.
Place your feet on the foot rests
and pump at a steady pace using
a consistent motion pushing
directly down over the pump shaft.
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Valve Head