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OPERATING YOUR SEA EAGLE
BEFORE & DURING USE:
Avoid damage. Do not drag your Sea Eagle over abrasive surfaces like asphalt parking lots, or concrete
boat ramp, whether the boat is in its bag or inflated. Carry or wheel your Sea Eagle from the car to the setup point, and then to the
water when assembled.
Rocks and sticks usually will not damage a Sea Eagle but be alert for partially hidden or submerged hazards like metal signs,
shopping carts, and other debris especially during periods of low water. Be careful of docks and pilings which may have exposed
nails, screws, and marine life such as barnacles and oysters.
FISH SPINES:
Many species of fish have sharp spines than can cause small punctures in the FastCat. Do not allow fighting fish to
bump the boat. Use a net to lift fish out of water when possible.
PADDLING:
Most of the power should come from your torso. Your arms contribute, but too much reliance on your arms will
cause you to tire quickly. For good balance, keep your head up and eyes focused on the horizon. Start paddling gently and
smoothly. As the boat picks up speed it will maintain a truer heading. If you dig in hard at first you will create more yaw. Course
corrections can be made by easing up or bearing down on one side or the other. Gentle turns can be made by sweeping water
behind the boat. Braking will allow you to maneuver sharp bends in a stream, for example, but kills forward speed.
In a crosswind, paddle more on the downwind (leeward) side of the boat to keep on a straight course. Paddling on the upwind
side will cause the boat to turn down wind.
SELF BAILING:
The FastCat12 is designed to be self draining. Water coming over the bow or sides will drain under the transom.
Capacity Ratings and Dimensions:
Persons:
2 Persons
Total Weight Capacity:
1200 lbs
Maximum Engine Rating:
6 HP, Short Shaft Recommended
Chambers:
4
Length:
12’
Boat Weight:
104lbs
Width:
4’ 8”
The FastCat12 has four floatation chambers; two side chambers and two floor chambers. The boat will stay afloat and can be
paddled or motored when loaded to capacity with the main chamber deflated.
WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including DEHP (Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate), which is known to the
state of California to cause Cancer, Birth Defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Warning Labels:
WARNING
ROTATING PROPELLER MAY CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SHUT OFF ENGINE WHEN NEAR
PERSONS IN THE WATER
DANGER
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
gas can
cause brain damage or death.
Engine exhaust contains odorless
and colorless Carbon Monoxide gas.
Carbon Monoxide gas will be around
the back of the boat when engine
is running.
Move to fresh air, if you feel nausea,
headache, dizziness or drowsiness.
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WARNING
ROTATING PROPELLER MAY CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SHUT OFF ENGINE WHEN NEAR
PERSONS IN THE WATER
DANGER
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
gas can
cause brain damage or death.
Engine exhaust contains odorless
and colorless Carbon Monoxide gas.
Carbon Monoxide gas will be around
the back of the boat when engine
is running.
Move to fresh air, if you feel nausea,
headache, dizziness or drowsiness.
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Safety Instructions/Boating Safety Basics are glued to the floor near the transom.
Invasive Species Control
: If the boat is to be used in multiple waterways, fully drain the boat, rinse and dry between uses. Flush
the channel between the side chambers and floor chamber with a disinfectant such as a mild bleach solution. Call or check web-
site for local fish and wildlife authority for more information on how to prevent the spread of invasive plants and animals. Your Sea
Eagle is resistant to most stains and most chemicals.
