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OWNER’S MANUAL 

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

INLET KAYAK

Summary of Contents for INLET

Page 1: ...st 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...

Page 2: ...make getting out on the water simple fun and easy This manual gives an overview of the Inlet s features and includes a lot of useful tips and kayaking know how Read on to learn the basics of planning...

Page 3: ...s design is all about ease and simplicity A single sheet of double layered polypropylene forms the hull and deck of the assembled kayak and transforms into the box The overlapping flaps that form the...

Page 4: ...ociated 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 known hazardous...

Page 5: ...this kayak 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...

Page 6: ...omponents of the Inlet Rinse off your kayak with clean fresh water after each use especially after paddling in salt water Make sure water does not collect inside the kayak case after use Some water ma...

Page 7: ...ge an additional baggage fee for the Oru Kayak but some airlines may Recommended Usage The Oru Kayak is a recreational kayak and does not have waterproof bulkheads If it capsizes the entire kayak will...

Page 8: ...Paddle or Oru Carbon Paddle A horn or whistle U S Coast Guard regulations require an audible signal device to be used in all watercraft Attach the device to your PFD 7 2 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED GEAR First...

Page 9: ...ock lower 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 poi...

Page 10: ...offset to cut more efficiently through wind and water these are called feathered paddles Many paddles including the Oru Paddle can be set in either a feathered or unfeathered position 8 3 2 How to ho...

Page 11: ...low down or move backward do the same stroke in reverse There is no need to flip the paddle backward 8 4 MANEUVERING A KAYAK Rudder turn Once you have forward momentum place your paddle in the water j...

Page 12: ...e in materials or workmanship will be repaired or replaced at Oru Kayak s option Once a repair or replacement is approved you must promptly ship the product postage prepaid to Oru Kayak Inc to the ret...

Page 13: ...TION AND DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES To the extent permitted by applicable laws Oru Kayak does NOT make any implied warranty of merchantability as to any product or part whether or not the produc...

Page 14: ...______________________________ HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER HIN Your Kayak s Information OKA 10 For activating your warranty you will need the place of purchase date of receipt and the Hull Identificati...

Page 15: ...WWW ORUKAYAK COM 13 EXPLORE OUTSIDE EXPLORE OUTSIDE THE BOX THE BOX...

Page 16: ...m 1015 We re eager to hear about your Oru Kayak adventures Keep up with events and updates and share your own journeys stories and photographs www facebook com orukayak Facebook orukayak Twitter oruka...

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