ULTRALIGHT SERIES BASIC SETUP & INFLATION
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Seat Installation:
The Caribou includes a Classic Seat and the Scout Seat is
an optional upgrade on the Scout. Install the seat by inserting the oval
toggle attached to the floor of the boat through the plastic D‐ring attached
to the seat with the inflation nozzle facing up. Inflate the seat and push
into place before tempering to desired firmness.
Valve:
Our Temper Assist Valve minimizes air loss while inflating and
improves your ability to increase the air pressure in your packraft. It is
not a true one‐way valve that other inflatables may have, which requires
a pump to engage the spring and allow air to pass through. The new valve
is a complement to our lightweight inflation bag and to the air capacity of
your lungs.
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Keep the valve clean and free of sand and other debris.
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Make sure the gasket is seated in the valve cap, an extra gasket is
included in your basic repair kit.
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Colder weather may affect how the plastic flap engages.
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The valve itself does not fully seal, the valve cap with gasket will do
this.
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As your boat ages, the performance of the valve may or may not
decrease due to a buildup of sand or improper storage in the open
position
Inflation:
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To inflate, turn the blue dial counterclockwise to the closed position
and thread the inflation bag onto the valve
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While using the inflation bag, the internal flap will close and prevent
air loss as you near capacity. The flap will not engage until there is
enough internal pressure to push against the flap. Remove the
inflation bag after you have added as much air as you can with it. A
hiss of air may still escape at this point.
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Blow directly into the valve by mouth until you have added enough
pressure to make the tubes of your boat firm. Thread the valve cap
onto the valve to make an air tight seal. Before you launch, temper
your boat in the water and add air until the pressure stabilizes, this
may take a few times depending upon water temperature and the
volume of your boat.
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To deflate, turn the blue dial clockwise to the open position to
release air.
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Store your boat with the valve in the counterclockwise closed
position. This will release the pressure on the flap and prevent it from
creating a memory from the open position.
Folding | Rolling:
There is no right or wrong way to roll or fold your boat
for transport. Do whatever fits best for your use and carrying method.
We recommend the following ways:
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For a wide thinner roll, fold in half lengthwise and roll from the bow.;
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For a narrower thicker roll, fold into thirds lengthwise and roll from
the bow;
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For a relatively square fold, try folding into quarters lengthwise and
then folding in 1‐foot length sections from the bow and secure with a
strap.
Bicycle Installation (Caribou Only):
The Caribou bow is designed
specifically to carry a bicycle. It has 4 strap plates oriented to secure the
bike with ski straps with the top tube on the bow, the chainstay on the left
and the fork on the right. The wheels can be secured to the top of the bike
with additional straps. A Titan‐Straps custom bike tie down kit is available
as an upgrade on all Caribou models.
