Advanced Elements StraitEdge AE1008, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...IS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING AFTER READING THIS MANUAL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE StraitEdge Inflatable Canoe Owner s Manual MODEL AE1008 2 PERSON CANOE ADVANCED ELEMENTS IN...

Page 2: ...ak Its bow slices through water like a knife and rivals the tracking of hard shell kayaks The stern acts as a skeg increasing the tracking performance The Lagoon kayaks are durable and lightweight The...

Page 3: ...ssembly 7 3 2 Understanding Your Valves 8 3 3 Inflating 10 3 4 Over Inflation 11 3 5 Deflation 11 3 6 Folding 11 4 Guidelines for Usage 12 5 Proper Care and Storage 12 6 Repairs 13 6 1 Repairing Small...

Page 4: ...CHECK YOUR EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO EACH USE FOR SIGNS OF WEAR OR FAILURE NEVER PADDLE ALONE DO NOT PADDLE IN FLOOD CONDITIONS BE AWARE OF APPROPRIATE RIVER WATER LEVELS TIDAL CHANGES DANGEROUS CURRENTS WE...

Page 5: ...damage CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage CAUTION Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation...

Page 6: ...SON OR 400 LBS THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH NMMASTANDARDS OF EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURES ASSN 2010 NOT INTENDED FOR MECHANICAL PROPULSION StraitEdge Canoe Capacity Labe...

Page 7: ...ers are inflated these ribs press against the outer cover and form a high performance bow and stern 3 1 Assembly Your canoe comes from the factory pre assembled The only assembly you should need to do...

Page 8: ...lve is in the inflate up outward position the air being pumped in pushes the spring loaded plunger open allowing air to enter the air chamber but not letting it escape When the valve is in the deflate...

Page 9: ...yak using the Spring Valve Adaptor the valve should be in the inflate position Special Note The Spring Valve Adaptor comes with all current Advanced Elements pumps with the exception of the 12v inflat...

Page 10: ...er Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to your canoe Do not over inflate 1 Locate chamber 1 floor Attach pump hose to valve and Inflate until firm 1 0 psi ONLY Position in the center...

Page 11: ...canoe from failing due to overpressure You should avoid exposing your canoe to extreme temperatures hot or cold 3 5 Deflation 1 Remove the caps from chamber 4 and 5 2 Push stems inward and rotate to d...

Page 12: ...nt of swaying at the front of the canoe ease off on the force of your stroke Paddling with a backward stroke can sometimes offer quick maneuverability ALWAYS practice safety and take the time to learn...

Page 13: ...ral patches This should remain with the canoe in the event that you may need it If service is required for your canoe please call 866 262 9076 for assistance 6 1 Repairing Small Punctures and Cuts 1 C...

Page 14: ...he tube Pull tube from outer covers Inflate If you cannot see or hear where a leak may be take a clean rag with soapy water and begin rubbing the tube If a hole is present bubbles will continually for...

Page 15: ...nual 15 PADDLING NOTES It is alway a good idea to keep nots of your paddling experiences Your notes can serve as a reminder of what to look out for as well as what gear to bring along and what conditi...

Page 16: ...16 NOTES...

Page 17: ...ir knowledge TM P O Box 5128 Concord CA 94524 Signature_________________________________________________________________________________ FIRST ASSIGNMENT FOR VALUE RECEIVED in the amount of __________...

Page 18: ...tion relates meets the essential health and safety requirements and is in conformity with the relevant EU Directives listed below General Product Safety Directive using the relevant section of the fol...

Page 19: ...HICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE FACE HEREOF AD VANCED ELEMENTS SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THIS WARRANTY IS INCLUSIVE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES Th...

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