Sea Eagle FishSkiff FSK16, Instruction & Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...FishSkiff FSK16 Instruction Owner s Manual Sea Eagle Boats Inc 19 N Columbia Street Suite 1 Port Jefferson NY 11777 1 800 748 8066 July 2022 ...

Page 2: ...t them directly in order to obtain this You may be charged your own state sales tax if you were not charged sales tax at the time of purchase Registered boats generally require for the registration number to be applied to the boat We do not recommend the use of decals or stickers as they tend to crack and peel over time with the repeated inflation and deflation of your Sea Eagle Instead we suggest...

Page 3: ...onal flotation device and a whistle for each passenger PDFs are required by law In most places Drinking Water Snacks Boating is a physical activity that can deplete your reserves Have enough water and snacks to prevent dehydration and loss of stamina Bring enough water for all passengers Know the warning signs of dehydration and heat sickness such as dizziness and shaking Extra Clothes Layers Avoi...

Page 4: ...PROPELLER STRIKE HAZARD DANGER Carbon Monoxide CO gas can cause brain damage or death Engine exhaust contains odorless and colorless Carbon Monoxide gas Carbon Monoxide gas will be around the back of the boat when engine is running Move to fresh air if you feel nausea headache dizziness or drowsiness CO Label indd 1 27 09 2013 AM 02 29 29 ROTATING PROPELLER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH SHUT O...

Page 5: ...ed it heats up and expands Warm air occupies more volume than cool air If the water is cold warm air in the boat will shrink and some rigidity will be lost Allow a few minutes for the boat to cool off in the water and if needed top it off with enough pump strokes to bring it back up to pressure The boat could also appear to lose pressure overnight if the nighttime temperature drops significantly b...

Page 6: ...re to control boat speed the front of the boat is wide flat and light weight it could rise up suddenly when running the motor at high speed especially when heading into the wind Balanced distribution of passengers and gear can also help with boat performance for example getting the boat to plane or preventing propeller ventilation ROCKS AND STICKS usually will not damage a Sea Eagle but be alert f...

Page 7: ...or consider How will I transport the motor to and from the launch site How heavy a motor can I carry to a boat and back to my vehicle Will I be transporting the boat and motor on a trailer so portability is not an issue How much money do I want to spend on a motor Powering a boat can be the most expensive part of the purchase For more information on planing displacement hulls outboard motors hydro...

Page 8: ...ircuit breaker provides important protection to the motor See Circuit Breaker section below Positive red wire connects to positive battery terminal Black wire to negative terminal Caution Do not attach the motor wires to the wrong battery terminals Connecting to the wrong terminals can cause wires to heat up melting the insulation and cutting through the boat A 12v battery charger will be needed A...

Page 9: ...LY INFLATION With valve stem in the up position insert adapter push down firmly and twist clockwise Inflate floor chamber to full pressure At this time partially inflate the sides Sides need to be soft so grommet holes can be lined up with transom holes Locate an area large enough to safely unfold the FSK16 Check that the area is free of hazards that could injure you or damage the boat Using the D...

Page 10: ... Insert the T handle and adjust to the desired length using the locking nut Turn the large nut counter clockwise to loosen Pull out the T grip to size Turn nut clockwise to tighten Adjust to your height Stand paddle on ground with arm up Handle should fit in palm of hand about 9 above your head Motor Mount Transom Board Insert transom board into motormount grommets Plate with ring faces forward St...

Page 11: ...rs until the locking pins engage through the holes Place the canopy on the back of the boat with the short bars up Use the short screw and the knob to secure the rods to the black canopy pads on the boat Layout canvas upside down shiny side up Slide one curved bar into the canvas sleeve with locking holes up Slide the second bar into the other sleeve with locking holes facing down Attach the rear ...

Page 12: ...The sides are tapered install so that block and base can slide together Tools needed Phillips Head screwdriver 10 mm wrench and 5 mm hex wrench Attach Quick Release base to motor following the video instructions Quick Release Bracket Locking clip must be on the left side when looking at the motor upside down Caution Not too tight Screwhead will pull through nylon base Near valves in bow front are ...

Page 13: ...dock davit etc can get very high which could affect the vinyl or glue Excessive exposure to sun and heat can cause your Sea Eagle to become sticky or cause the glue to fail Treat the boat with a UV protectant such as 303 Aerospace Protectant Generally protectants are a thin film of oil which will help keep your Sea Eagle clean Avoid applying protectant on the EVA pad or places where foot traction ...

Page 14: ...re not effective at locating many leaks unroll until it is brought to room temperature It can be stored inflated If hung support it along its length After storage inspect for loose items damage and leaks Avoid excess heat Do not store in direct sunlight in an attic or a metal shed FishSkiff REPAIRS Even though Sea Eagles are very rugged and tough you may still experience the occasional puncture Fo...

Page 15: ...dryer 10 20 seconds and smooth with tool Patching Tips The chamber must be deflated or the air will force a path through the glue Keep the patch size to a minimum the bigger the patch the harder it is to seal The most common repair failures occur because the patch is too big For repairs larger than a puncture overlap the damage area by about on each side Do not apply the patch while the glue is we...

Page 16: ...your Boat from your car to the water and back with ease Quickly assembles disassembles 303 Protectant OPTIONAL Extends the life of your Sea Eagle Simply spray on every 30 45 days to improve resistance to UV chemical other types of harmful exposure Contact Us Unlike many other companies today we pride ourselves on answering the phone and helping you with any concerns questions or special ordering n...

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Page 19: ...CAUTION Straps can stretch when wet Wet the strap before leaving shore and tighten Check frequently and retighten as needed Seat Placement The locking seat should be used by the motor operator at all times ...

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