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Advanced Frame 1™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual

1.1  Boating Safety

This is the safety alert symbol.  It is used to alert you to potential personal injury 
hazards.  Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or 

death. 

  

DANGER 

  

Indicates an imminently hazardous 

situation which, if not avoided, will 

result in death or serious injury or 
substantial property damage.

   

  

WARNING

  

Indicates a potentially hazardous 

situation which, if not avoided, could 

result in death or serious injury or 
property damage.

    

  

CAUTION

  

Indicates a potentially hazardous 
situation which, if not avoided, may 
result in property damage.

       CAUTION

Used without the safety alert symbol 
indicates a potentially hazardous 
situation, which, if not avoided, may 
result in property damage.

               NOTICE

Indicates installation, operation or 
maintenance information which is 

important but not hazard-related.

The precautions listed in this manual and on the craft are not all-inclusive.  If a procedure, 
method, tool or part is not specifically recommended, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe 
for you and others, and that the craft will not be damaged or made unsafe as a result of your 
decision.  REMEMBER - always use common sense when paddling YOUR KAYAK!

Summary of Contents for Advanced Frame 1

Page 1: ...NUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING AFTER READING THIS MANUAL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Advanced Frame1 Inflatable Kayak Owner s Manual MODEL AE1012 WM 1 PERSON KAYAK ADVANCED ELEMENTS...

Page 2: ...yak Its bow slices through water like a knife and rivals the tracking of hard shell kayaks The stern acts as a skeg increasing the tracking performance The DragonFly kayaks are durable and lightweight...

Page 3: ...ssembly 7 3 2 Understanding Your Valves 8 3 3 Inflating 9 3 4 Over Inflation 10 3 5 Deflation 10 3 6 Folding 10 4 Guidelines for Usage 11 5 Proper Care and Storage 11 6 Repairs 12 6 1 Repairing Small...

Page 4: ...HECK YOUR EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO EACH USE FOR SIGNS OF WEAR OR FAILURE NEVER PADDLE ALONE DO NOT PADDLE IN FLOOD CONDITIONS BE AWARE OF APPROPRIATE RIVER WATER LEVELS TIDAL CHANGES DANGEROUS CURRENTS WEAT...

Page 5: ...ty damage CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage CAUTION Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situatio...

Page 6: ...ceed the certified maximum capacities under any circumstances Overloading will reduce freeboard and increase the likelihood of swamping especially in heavy seas Overloading causes handling to become s...

Page 7: ...do is attach the adjustable seat INFLATABLE FLOOR ADVANCEDFRAME OUTER COVER BOW RIB STERN RIB Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 1 1 Your Advanced Frame 1 kayak comes from the factory pre assembled however sh...

Page 8: ...anced Elements spring valve has the function and durability of other military type valves and is compatible with most standard pumps The lock nut holds the valve in place with the cover for easy infla...

Page 9: ...osed when complete Fill until firm Do Not Over Inflate 1 0 psi ONLY 4 Inflate Coaming chambers 4 5 until firm Never over inflate 1 0 psi ONLY 5 Inflate chamber 6 7 for desired deck lift Never over inf...

Page 10: ...ak to improve performance In hot weather or prolonged sunlight the air inside the kayak will expand You must let some air out of the appropriate chambers to prevent the kayak from failing due to overp...

Page 11: ...been issued a number it is best to affix it to the kayak by printing it on the material with a permanent ink marker If you are required to display a sticker or vinyl letters an inflatable boat ID kit...

Page 12: ...cessary to unscrew the locking nut on the spring valve 3 Use a sponge or towel and wipe up any excess water in the outer cover 4 Wipe off the floor top and bottom 5 If there is sand or gravel in the k...

Page 13: ...ean rag with soapy water and begin rub bing the tube If a hole is present bubbles will continually form Repair using repair kit If it is a very small pinhole a dab of the glue may be sufficient The tu...

Page 14: ...s It is alway a good idea to keep nots of your paddling experiences Your notes can serve as a reminder of what to look out for as well as what gear to bring along and what conditions are like DATE TIM...

Page 15: ...15 notes...

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Page 17: ...dge TM P O Box 5128 Concord CA 94524 Signature_________________________________________________________________________________ FIRST ASSIGNMENT FOR VALUE RECEIVED in the amount of ___________________...

Page 18: ...aration relates meets the essential health and safety requirements and is in conformity with the relevant EU Directives listed below General Product Safety Directive using the relevant section of the...

Page 19: ...ce with this warranty THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE FACE HEREOF AD VANCED ELEMENTS SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THIS WARRANTY...

Page 20: ...like a catalog of our latest products please visit our website at www advancedelements com or call Toll Free 866 262 9076 PLEASE COMPLETE THE OTHER SIDE OF THIS WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD AND RETURN T...

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