Clearblue Inflatable Kayak - Manual (Page 2)

14525 SW Millikan #38607 Beaverton, Oregon 97005
Tel: 707-202-8346 Fax: 707-317-5367
Email : [email protected] www.clearbluehawaii.com
WARNING
When boating: learn and respect the local regulations and practices. Do not neglect the
safety rules as this could jeopardize your life and the lives of others.
Before setting off, make sure you are thoroughly briefed and feel comfortable with
operating the boat. You will be responsible not only for its safe and correct operation but
also for the behavior and safety of yourself and your passengers.
Never leave land without the essential safety equipment: lifejackets (PDFs), foot-pump,
repair kit, paddles, and other necessary equipment that might be required by law in your
area.
Do not exceed the authorized number of persons or weight.
Make sure your passengers remain seated. We will take no responsibility if this warning
is disregarded.
No alcohol or drugs: Do not drink alcohol or take drugs before or while operating your
boat. Maintain passengers sobriety.
FOR USE AS A RECREATIONAL/TOURING KAYAK ON CALM WATER, NOT
SUITABLE FOR RAPIDS OR ROUGH SEA. THIS IS NOT A WHITE WATER OR SURF
KAYAK. TO BE CONTROLLED BY SOMEONE EXPERIENCED ON THE WATER AND
APPROPRIATE WATER CONDITIONS, RECOGNIZE THE LIMITS OF YOUR ABILITY.
UNDERSTAND YOUR SURROUNDINGS, WEATHER, AND BE ALERT FOR OTHER
VESSELS ON THE WATER.
Repair
Even though the Kayak is highly puncture-resistant, occasionally punctures can
occur. It is relatively easy to repair these leaks and should only take a few minutes
even for inexperienced users. Repair kits can be bought at sporting goods stores.
Larger Leaks need to be patched. Patching should only take a few minutes. Please
follow these steps :
Deflate the Kayak.
Deflate the Kayak.
Remove dirt or grime from area of leak and thoroughly dry it.
The area to be repaired needs to be clean and dry.
Apply a small drop of glue on small punctures (less than 1/8 th ") and let glue
dry for 12 hours. If you need to use the Kayak sooner, let dry the glue for 30
minutes to one hour.
Locate the leak. This can be done by visual inspection, listening for air leakage
in quiet surroundings or by spraying soap water over the area of the boat where
you suspect a leak. A leak will produce bubbles showing the location of the
leak.
Cut out a large enough patch from the repair material, put it over the leak and
trace it with a ballpoint pen. If you angle the pen inward, the outline will be
covered by the patch and thereby invisible after the repair.
After inflation, your Kayak is ready for usage again, yet a permanent repair still
needs to be made later.
Then inflate the boat; yet only inflate the repaired compartment about 3/4 full.
When patch is dry, seal off edges with glue and let dry for four more hours.
After inflation, your Hanauma is ready for use again.
Let the glue dry for a few minutes until it appears to be tacky.
Apply glue to the underneath side of the repair patch and on the leak area. The
affected areas need to be coated lightly but effectively with the glue.
Place the patch on the area and press it down firmly. Place a heavy weight
(several pounds) over the repaired area and let dry for 12 hours.
Do not swallow the glue or inhale vapors
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin
All repairs must be done in an open area and/or with excellent ventilation
All items must be kept out of the reach of children, this includes glue,
solvents and other dangerous materials
Thank you for purchasing your Clear Blue Hawaii kayak.
Inflatable Kayak Instructions
Our assembly manual is designed to guide you through the simple assembly process of your Clear Blue Hawaii Kayak, even if you are new to this exciting sport. This document acts as a
useful quick reference and 'working document' that provides all necessary information for use, maintenance, care and safety. Please read these instructions carefully as we guide you
through the assembly process step-by-step.
CLEAR BLUE HAWAI I