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FLOAT CAT 75

EXPEDITION

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATIONS MANUAL

WARNING

Read Operations Guidelines before using.

Always wear USCG approved floatation devices.

Always wear wader safety belt.

Always attach tether while operating.

Do not operate in rapids.

Do not operate in high wind conditions.

ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE.

Maximum capacity:

350 lbs. Float Cat 75

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Summary of Contents for Float Cat 75

Page 1: ...perations Guidelines before using Always wear USCG approved floatation devices Always wear wader safety belt Always attach tether while operating Do not operate in rapids Do not operate in high wind conditions ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE Maximum capacity 350 lbs Float Cat 75 ...

Page 2: ...constructed of a unique high impact low maintenance polyethylene used for kayaks and industrial sanitation bins All aluminum alloy parts are anodized or coated to prevent corrosion Hardware and webbing are the highest grade available All components are manufactured to Hobie s specifications and made in the U S A Best yet your Float Cat is backed by our 3 year warranty From assembly to short of bri...

Page 3: ...DEX Page Float Cat Assembly 4 7 Cargo Rack Assembly 7 8 Rod Holder 8 Stripping Apron Assembly 9 10 Troubleshooting 11 Hobie Float Cat 75 Operations 11 14 Full Size Diagrams 15 16 Warranty Information 12 3 ...

Page 4: ...rts List Four footrest hangers black plastic piece with 1 1 4 and 7 8 holes at 90 degrees Two oarlock frames tripod hinged 7 8 tubing with receptacle push button inserts One footrest two 48 lengths of 7 8 tubing with strut attachment tabs one 18 length 7 8 tubing with connectors stainless steel screws Two two piece oars with clips and attached oarlocks Two lynch pins FLOAT CAT 60 75 PARTS LIST Two...

Page 5: ...otal of four hangers that go on the rear crossbar and two that go on the front the other three hangers will go on after the seat is installed 1 Place one hanger on the rear crossbar You must have the longer off set part of the hanger above the crossbar facing the stern of the boat see diagram to right 2 The hangers on the front crossbar will go in different directions The hanger closest to the hul...

Page 6: ...lange of the seatback Pull snugly until stopped by buckle Insert flattened loop down through inside slot Remove male buckle off end of 56 strap Locate slots on sides of seatback adjacent to white nylon fittings Insert webbing from the front through slot Pass webbing between seat back and seat posts up through 3 webbing loop and out through opposite slot Replace buckle on end of strap Snap male buc...

Page 7: ...ossbars when not in use Lay the oar flat on the pontoon deck and snap clip onto crossbar where exposed in the trough on top of pontoon Warning All hinged and molded joint parts of the Float Cat Rowing System are designed and made specifically for use on the Hobie Float Cat The rigid structure of the Float Cat is used to complete the rowing system for maximum strength Do not twist parts into non in...

Page 8: ... with a fly rod and left in place for use with a spinning reel Cradle Positions Pull out on the rod cradle to adjust your rod holder to different positions Your rod cradle adjusts for either side of your Float Cat and from horizontal rod lies flat to two trolling positions and to vertical Warning When using the rod holder while trolling a very large strike could adjust the rod holder to the flat p...

Page 9: ...assumes a seated position facing aft Stripping Apron Assembly Instructions STEP 1 Insert eyebolts O from outside seatback through white nylon bushings located on either side of seatback Secure each with nuts Eyebolts will spin freely in bushings STEP 2 Locate K1 and K2 and separate by undoing all Velcro edges and unhooking black plastic hook on K1 from D ring on K2 STEP 3 With Velcro edges complet...

Page 10: ...ate edges and remove hook from D ring Slide hook down it s attachment cords as far as possible Untie stop knots in cords and retie further down This shortens the hook connector lead Reconnect the hook onto the D ring Pull mesh back into position and test Velcro alignment When satisfactory separate Velcro edges flip entire assembly over the head much like a child s highchair and exit the Float Cat ...

Page 11: ...class of water craft for the angler These operation guidelines were written by Larry Tullis angling author fishing guide and lecturer His experience has been tapped for the benefit and learning of Hobie Float Cat users Please follow safety and use recommendations for best performance of your Float Cat 60 75 These techniques can all be learned in one day but will take time to perfect Have fun Stabi...

Page 12: ...se are color variations not defects To maintain the lustrous color of your pontoon do not store Float Cats in the sun for extended periods of time The pontoon and bag colors will fade Fading is not covered under warranty To shine or clean your Float Cat we recommend Lemon Pledge Safety Precautions Always wear a US Coast Guard Approved Flotation Device As with canoes and kayaks there is a danger of...

Page 13: ...o one side or another right to turn right and left to turn left Remember to aim with your back Look back occasionally to see that you are going towards you target and steering clear of obstacles Pivots To pivot on axis sweep one or both fins in a circular motion clockwise or counterclockwise Your Hobie Float Cat should easily pivot 360 degrees from a stopped position If not practice Fishing Techni...

Page 14: ... the optional footrest Move your oar grips forward then raise oar handle to lower the oar blade into water Pull towards you with even pressure The Float Cat will immediately move backwards Lift oars from water and repeat to travel any distance Most distance travel is accomplished with this stroke Practice until you can track backwards in a straight line To go straight even pressure is required for...

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Page 17: ...we will pay return shipping charges to any destination within the United States and Canada For the warranty to be effective warranty card must be mailed with a copy of sales receipt None of the exclusions may apply All factory repairs after the three year warranty period carry a 90 Day Limited Warranty subject to exclusions and limitations as listed To enforce warranty or obtain repairs after limi...

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