To repair pinholes:
1.Inflate the PVC tube. Locate the pinhole by sponging soapy water over the tube until
you see air bubbles. Mark the location of the pinhole.
2. Deflate the tube and dry the affected area. Apply a drop of glue to the pinhole
3. Allow glue to dry completely.
4. Do not inflate the kayak for at least twelve hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Below is a list of commonly asked questions about the Advanced Frame Inflatable Kayak. Please contact us if
you have other questions that we can help you with.
Q.
Where is the valve adaptor?
The valve adaptor (fig. 2) is located in a pouch in the back of the seat. The
repair kit can be found with it.
Q.
What is the warranty on the kayak?
The kayak carries a one year material and manufacturing warranty. If
within one year there is a manufacturing defect or material defect, we will repair or replace the affected part.
Q.
The kayak seems to steer in one direction even when I stop paddling, what do I do?
This could be from a
couple of different things. To avoid the kayak going in circles, first make sure it is set up properly. If the floor
is not centered correctly it could have a tendency to move in one direction. If you are pushing hard on your
strokes, it will make the front of the kayak move back and forth a little. By easing up on the stroke and
sometimes using a smaller bladed paddle, you can reduce the amount of sway in the kayak. When pulling your
kayak out of storage, the fin sometimes has a tendency to be bent to one side. To correct this, just leave it in a
warm area or in the sun for an hour and the fin will move back into its normal position.
Q.
When do I stop pumping so I do not over inflate?
The kayak should be inflated so that the cover is filled
out. There shouldn't be any wrinkles. The pump will also let you know when to stop. It will begin to give
resistance letting you know the kayak is inflated. For the floor chamber you should inflate it until it is firm to
the touch.
Q.
I got most of the air out, how do I get the rest?
Most Bellow Foot Pumps and Double Action Hand Pumps
can be reversed for deflating. For the main chambers, screw in valve adaptor and attach pump. Pump until all
the air is removed. Do the same for the twist valves.
Q.
When inflating Chamber 1 and 2, I stop pumping and remove the valve adaptor but all the air just comes
back out. What do I do?
The way the valve is designed is for it to remain closed while inflating. The plunger
needs to be in the up position. The reason for this is that while pumping air into the valve, it pushes the
plunger open letting air flow through. When the pumping stops, the plunger closes again keeping air from
coming back out. The only time the valve should be locked in the open position is when deflating the kayak.
Q.
How can I tell if the Valve is open?
One simple way is to pump air into the valve and when you stop, if the
air comes back out then it is open. To lock it in the open position, push down on the plunger and give it a
quarter turn. Push down again and twist back to pop it back up into the closed position. To tell if the valve is
closed, pump air into it. If air does not come back out when you stop inflating, then you know it is closed.
Q.
How long does it take to set up?
On average it takes about seven minutes when inflating with a foot pump.
It will take longer the first time as you should try to get familiar with the components and assembly described
in the owner's manual.
Q.
What kind of pump should I use?
We recommend a bellows foot pump or a double action hand pump. An
electric pump can be used to initially begin inflation of the kayak however it does not supply enough pressure
to inflate the kayak completely. You will still have to finish inflating the kayak with a foot or hand pump.
Q.
What other accessories do you recommend?
These are a few other accessories that we suggest if you don't
already have them.
a. A good quality paddling PFD (lifejacket) designed for kayaking
b. A 4-part take down paddle (so that it will fit in your kayak duffel bag).
c. Safety whistle and strobe light. Always play it safe.
d. A paddling jacket is a nice thing to have on cold wet days.
e. An external frame pack for packing your kayak into a back country lake.
f. A spray skirt will keep you and the inside of the kayak warm and dry.
