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WARNING
Any use of an air compressor may result in poor performance or damage to the kayak, and automatically
voids all warranties. If you leave your kayak exposed to the hot sun, check the pressure and deflate it
slightly. Otherwise the kayak may become over inflated and stretch the material. The ambient temperature
affects the tube’s internal pressure : a variation of 1°C/ 1.8°F causes a variation of the pressure in the tube of
+/- 4 mBar (.06 PSI)
REMOVABLE SKEG FOR CAYMANII
It is recommended to use the removable skeg in deep water (lake, sea…) where it will allow you to move forward in a straight line.
Do not use it in shallow water or white water: the skeg would deteriorate the bottom of the kayak in shallow water and reduce the
maneuverability in white water. The kayak is equipped with moulded directional strakes to allow good performance without the skeg.
ADJUSTABLE SEAT(S)
Your kayak is supplied with a (or several) adjustable seat(s), featuring a comfortable high backrest. The seat is held in place by the
Velcro strips on the underside and by webbing straps on the sides of the backrest. Place the seat(s) into the kayak, matching the
position of the Velcro strips on the floor. Attach the webbing straps from the sides of the backrest to the D-rings located inside the
kayak, on the side walls/chambers. Tighten the straps as needed for proper back support.
DRAIN PLUG
Your kayak has been designed with a drain system located on the underside of the kayak in the rear. It consists of a drain port with
a plug, for those of you who would like to use the kayak in calm waters and do not wish to get your bottom wet.
MAINTENANCE
1. To deflate the kayak, remove the valve cap from the valves in the kayak floor and kayak body.
2. Clean and check the kayak as well as all the accessories. Make sure the kayak is completely dry before putting it away.
3. Fold the 2 sides into the middle, then roll it up from the opposite end of the valves (so remaining air can escape from the valves).
4. When storing your inflatable, keep it in a clean and dry place.
WARNING
Whenever you take your kayak out of the water and deflate it, allow time for it to air out and dry. Neither the
skin/hull or the inside chambers will suffer from water damage, but stagnant water could cause mildew and
foul odor.
HOW TO REPAIR SMALL PUNCTURES
Check that the tube is fully deflated and lies flat.
1. Prepare a round patch no less than 3 inches or 7 centimeters in diameter.
2. Clean the patch and the area surrounding the leak with Alcohol.
3. To contain excess glue, use masking tape to tape off the area around the patch.
4. Apply 3 thin, even coats of repair kit adhesive to both the surface of the kayak and the patch. Wait 5 minutes between each coat.
5. After
the
3
rd
coat, wait 10-15 minutes before applying the patch. Use a hand roller to apply the patch evenly. Pay special
attention to the edges.
6. Wait 24 hours before re-inflating.
