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4. Using the Boat
The Rush kayak is designed for recreational use and water
tourism.
Whenever the kayak is used on waterways, Waterway Traffi c
Rules should be observed. Operation of the Rush a infl atable
canoe does not require any licence provided the people who
operate the canoe know the techniques of small boat opera-
tion within the scope necessary for its operation, as well as the
valid navigation rules of the particular country.
The Rush kayak can be used on still or gently fl owing waters
up to Diffi culty Grade WW 2. Use double-bladed kayak pad-
dles with a length of approx. 210 cm. People travelling in the
kayak should sit in their seats and wear fl otation life-jackets.
ATTENTION
Prior to every use of the boat, check whether it is neces-
sary to observe any special regulations, restrictions or
rules connected with the river, surface of water or area
in which you aim to operate.
The boat is not designed to be towed behind motor-
boats, nor may it be otherwise towed, dragged or in any
way subject to unusual stress. Sharp edged and pointed
items carried in the boat must be safely wrapped.
Place all valuables into a waterproof container and fas-
ten it to the boat.
Over time, sunlight adversely aff ects the rubber coating
of the boat; therefore, it is advisable to store the boat in
shade each time after use.
CAUTION:
On large surfaces of water (seas, lakes) pay atten-
tion to water currents and off -shore breezes. Cur-
rents and breezes may make it impossible to return
to shore.
The Rush kayak should not be used in poor condi-
tions, such as In reduced visibility (night, fog, rain).
Specifi cations of the WW 2 diffi culty grade - moderately
diffi cult:
• irregular waves and currents, rapids of moderate diffi culty,
weak eddies and whirls, low gradients, small rapids in hea-
vily meandering or badly transparent watercourse
• regular current and low regular waves, small rapids, simple
obstacles, frequent meanders with rapidly fl owing water.
Subjective requirements for WW 2 white-water kayaking:
• knowledge of all basic forward and backward strokes, stee-
ring and command of the boat.
Ability to evaluate the diffi culty and water condition.
Knowledge of simple rescue. Physical training during long
tours, swimming
Technical equipment for WW 2:
• agile open boats (of a slalom type), covered boats more
suitable, life jacket with a minimum displacement 7.5 kg.
ATTENTION
Pay extra attention to your choice of fl otation life-jacket.
The fl otation life-jacket should have a tag bearing de-
tails of its fl otation capabilities and safety certifi cation.
ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE KAYAK:
Transpo
rtation bag, compression belt for folded kayak,
User’s Manual with Warranty Certifi cate, foam sponge in
a mesh bag, skeg-fi n, fl exible rope with carabiner, gluing set
containing glue, patches and valve adapter
.
SPECIAL ACCESSORIES: (These may be bought with the kayak)
- Covering board
- Metal reinforcements
3. inflation instructions
Roll out the kayak. Insert the tracking fi n into the bottom brack-
et (19). Infl ate the foot rests (7 and 24) before mounting. Fig.
2 shows the valve handling. Assemble seats and footrests on
the defl ated kayak.
Fasten the seat (6) to the attachment (15) on the bottom.
Fasten straps on the seat backrest to the attachment using a
plastic clip (16 – Rush 1 or 25 – Rush 2) on the side tubes –
see detail A. For better fi xation of the backrest, run the elastic
rope with the snap-hook (23) through an eye in the baggage
attachment (22) and fi x them to the D-rings on the backrest.
Run the straps on the footrest (7) through an attachment on
the tubes (17) and fi x them to the attachment using a plastic
clip (16 – Rush 1 or 25 – Rush 2) on the side tubes and tighten
them – see detail A.
The RUSH 2 kayak can also be used as a 1-person kayak –
see Fig. 1a.
Remove one seat and the rear footrest. Attach the remaining
seat to the middle seat attachment on the bottom (15). Attach
the seat backrest (6) and front footrest (7) to the middle attach-
ment of the backrest and footrest on the tubes (25). Run the
straps of the footrest (7) through the attachment on the tubes
(17) before you attach them – see detail A.
Infl ate the air chambers in sequence: Side chambers (1), the
bottom (2). Use a foot-pump or piston pump with valve adap-
tor for infl ating - Refer to Fig. 2b (the adaptor is included in the
kayak bonding set). Check the condition of the valves before
infl ating. Set the valves to the OFF position. Valve handling -
Refer to Fig. 2. Infl ate the air chambers until they are fi rm but
not completely stiff . The air chambers should provide a feeling
comparable to squeezing a ripe orange. You can check the
exact operating pressure by using a suitable pressure gauge
(optional accessory) – see Figure 2a. The valve handling tool
- Refer to Fig. 2c - is the optional accessory.
For transferring the kayak, use the handle (9) on the front and
rear board.
ATTENTION
The maximum operational pressure in air chambers is
0.025 MPa (sidewall cylinder); 0.05 MPa (bottom). If the
ambient temperature increases (e.g. owing to sunlight),
the pressure in the air chambers of the canoe can rise
rapidly. We recommend releasing some air from all air
chambers of the canoe after pulling it out of the water.
This will prevent possible destruction of the air chambers.
However, do not forget to continuously check air pressure
in the chambers afterwards, too. A corresponding reduc-
tion in operating pressure is up to 20% within 24 hours.
ATTENTION
When using the boat, always seal the valves with their
valve caps. This will keep dirt out of the valves. Dirt can-
cause leaky valve seals.
