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CONSTRUCTION & WORKING PRESSURE
RIB Inflation Pressure:
Maximum inflation pressure for the RIB11 is 3.2 psi (pounds per square inch) or in metric measurement 225 mb
(millibars). We recommend inflating the chambers to this maximum pressure.
Danger:
Over pressurization could lead to catastrophic failure and sudden release of compressed air. Serious
injury to persons nearby could result. Maximum recommended pressure is 3.2 psi.
DO NOT
use air compressors that
are designed for other uses such as tire inflation, they can easily over-inflate & cause harm to you and your Sea Eagle.
As air is compressed it heats up and expands. Warm air occupies more volume than cool air. If the water is cold, warm
air in the boat will shrink and some rigidity will be lost. Allow a few minutes for the boat to cool off in the water, and if
needed, top it off with enough pump strokes to bring it back up to pressure. The boat could also appear to lose
pressure overnight if the nighttime temperature drops significantly below the daytime temperature.
Air pressure within the boat may increase on a very hot day. It is best to keep the boat in the water to dissipate heat,
but the boat should be able to accept the additional pressure without failure. Refer to the care section of this manual
for protection and storage information.
Caution
: Inflating the boat manually is physically demanding. Pace yourself. If you feel uncomfortable, stop and
rest, do not proceed if you are having a health issue.
