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WARNING

All persons using this kayak must read, understand and follow

all instructions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or

death. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference and

provide it to anyone using this kayak.

US PATENT NO. 8,316,788

OTHER PATENTS PENDING

BEACH

OWNER’S MANUAL

The

Summary of Contents for Oru Beach

Page 1: ...tand and follow all instructions Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference and provide it to anyone using this kayak US PATENT NO 8 3...

Page 2: ...un and easy This manual gives an overview of the Beach s features and includes a lot of useful tips and kayaking know how Read on to learn the basics of planning your trips handling a paddle getting i...

Page 3: ...Product specifications 2 Safety warnings 3 Assembly disassembly 4 Proper care storage 5 Transporting your Oru Beach 6 Recommended usage 7 Gear list 8 Kayaking 101 9 Limited warranty 10 Your kayak s i...

Page 4: ...box FEATURES Refined folding design for ultra fast assembly Extra large cockpit for easy entry and exit and room for your kid small dog or refreshments 28 width for increased stability Light weight hu...

Page 5: ...m 30 76 cm 26 lbs 12 kg 300 lbs WARNING DO NOT exceed your boat s capacity under any circumstances Doing so will adversely affect the kayak s handling and reduce its stability which will increase the...

Page 6: ...and all associated equipment e g paddle before each use for signs of excessive wear or damage Familiarize yourself with the body of water on which you will be paddling Determine whether there are know...

Page 7: ...use compatible accessories only Make sure that all equipment and baggage is stowed securely and does not impede your safe exit from the kayak WHEN YOU PADDLE NEVER paddle alone It is best to have som...

Page 8: ...ayak case after use Some water may collect inside the plastic corrugations To let it escape flip the unfolded kayak upside down to let it drain out For additional cleaning use general purpose cleaning...

Page 9: ...baggage fee for the Oru Kayak but some airlines may The Oru Beach is designed to be used ONLY in sheltered flat waters lakes and slow moving rivers It is NOT designed for fast moving water rough water...

Page 10: ...e Oru Paddle or Oru Carbon Paddle A horn or whistle US Coast Guard regulations require an audible signal device to be used in all watercraft Attach the device to your PFD HIGHLY RECOMMENDED GEAR First...

Page 11: ...er yourself into the kayak Hold on to the dock to maintain stability keep your center of gravity low as you enter the kayak Slide into a sitting position DO NOT stand up in the kayak at any point From...

Page 12: ...des are offset to cut more efficiently through wind and water these are called feathered paddles Many pad dles including the Oru Paddle can be set in either a feathered or unfeathered position How to...

Page 13: ...ckward MANEUVERING A KAYAK Rudder turn 1 When you have forward momentum place your paddle in the water just behind your hip 2 The resistance and torsion will cause your boat to rotate around the side...

Page 14: ...used by accident neglect or misuse damage caused by improper storage maintenance or handling damage caused by extreme weather or environmen tal conditions including white water conditions products tha...

Page 15: ...the implied warranties may not be disclaimed any implied warranty is limited in duration to the duration of the express warranty described in the war ranty statement Some states do not allow limitatio...

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