Advanced Elements AE1040 - Manual (Page 15)

AirFusion™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual
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Figure 2. Inflate/Deflate Twist Valve
To begin inflating your kayak, you will need a Bellows Foot Pump or a Double Action Hand
Pump. Never use compressors, CO2 or compressed air as they may damage your kayak.
Diagram of Inflation Chambers
3.4 Inflating
IMPORTANT: Before inflating, check to be sure that the kayak is completely assembled.
Inflate your kayak in the following order. Failure to follow these instructions may cause
damage to your kayak. Do not over inflate.
1. Locate the valves for the two bottom side chambers. Make sure the valve body is screwed
in tightly. See Figure 1. Remove small cap and use the appropriate pump nozzle. If you
own an Advanced Elements pump you should have a screw on valve adaptor; if you do not
have this adaptor, you can obtain one by visiting our website at www. advancedelements.com.
This adaptor will attach to the valve; you must first press fit the adaptor to the valve and
OPERATING THE “TWIST” VALVES
TWIST TO OPEN / INFLATE / THEN CLOSE
TWIST VALVE
PUMP HOSE
INSERT
1
2
Chambers(2)
Boston Valve
Boston Valve
Front Thwart
Chamber
Boston Valve
Rear Thwart
Chamber Boston
Valve
Coaming Chamber
Twist Valve