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ASSEMBLY
1) Locate a flat, dry area with access to the launch site. To prevent damage to your kayak
do not set up on sharp, pointed rocks, shells or coral. The kayak should be carried into
position. Dragging or sliding the product over ground, either before or after inflation, can cause
permanent damage.
2) Unfold the kayak completely to prepare for inflation. The Side Tube valves are a Boston-type
valve. The valves must be securely screwed into the Ring Plate before inflation.
3) Inflate the Side Tubes to 2.0 psi (0,14 bar). DO NOT OVERFILL. Once inflated, firmly cap
each valve.
4) Next inflate the Floor to 6.0 psi (0,41 bar). The valve is a halkey-roberts type valve. Inflate
with the floor valve closed. Once inflated, firmly cap the valve. DO NOT OVERFILL. The valve
must be securely screwed into the Ring Plate before inflation.
5) Confirm that the boat looks straight and level. Shifting of the inflatable bladders during
transport or inflation can occasionally cause the boat to have a slight twist. This condition is
best corrected with one or more bladders partially inflated.
6) If twist is present, partially deflate the floor and hold the boat by bow & stern handles (best
done with 2 people). Gently shake the boat up and down to re-position the floor, then fully re-
inflate the floor. Occasionally it may be necessary to partially deflate the side tubes and gently
reposition the inflatable bladders by hand. Once in place, follow the original inflation order –
side tubes first and floor second.
7) Next position the seat(s) in the cockpit. Seat(s) connect to the floor with Velcro. Seats should
be placed so as to evenly balance the boat when in the water. A solo paddler should be slightly
aft of the boat’s center. With two paddlers, the heavier one should sit toward the rear.
8) Once seat position(s) are confirmed, connect seat front straps to the accessory rings
forward of each seat using metal seat clips. Adjust front straps to bring seat back to upright
position.
9) To install the fin, turn the kayak upside down. Insert the front section of the fin into the front
portion of the fin box. Pull the fin back while pushing it into the fin box. When seated properly,
the Quick Release pin, found on a small rope nearby, will slide easily into the hole at the back
of the fin box.
Step 1
Step 2
Quick Release Pin
Step 3
Your Aquaglide kayak comes with strategically positioned drain
plugs to allow for quick draining of water. You can choose to
leave the plugs open while paddling to allow for the kayak to
self-bail if you are in water which allows for the bottom of the
kayak to be exposed to air. However, if you are paddling in flat
water, it is suggested to keep these drain plugs closed. You can
easily screw the drain plug to open or close when you choose
to drain water from our kayak.
Halkey-Roberts valve
Drain Plug
Fin Installation
