Infl Ation Instructions; Using The Boat - Gumotex SCOUT Manual De Usuario

a spare screw and plastic nut for attaching the seat, a spare
screw for the T-BONES, and repair instructions.
Scout Economy Version
The Scout Economy version is not equipped with T-BONES;
the seats do not contain the COMFORD PAD foam and are
attached by means of rope. Furthermore, the Economy versi-
on does not contain belt fi xtures for baggage, fastening straps
for use on wild water or a drain sleeve on the bottom. The
accessories do not include fl exible ropes with balls for atta-
ching a pump and anchoring ropes on the bow and stern. The
canoe is supplied without a carrying bag.
The T-BONES System – See Detail A
The T-BONES system enables variable adjustments of the ri-
gidity, profi le and stability of the canoe to suit the user and the
conditions. The canoe can be used without the T-BONES bra-
cings. The seats (5) in this version are attached to the bottom
part of straps (9) in order to achieve maximum stability; this
version is designed to be used by beginners on still and calm
waters up to Diffi culty Grade WW1.
T-BONES – assembly in the top part – the seats (5) are atta-
ched to the top of the straps (9). The canoe's profi le remains
straight; the primary stability lets you paddle with confi dence.
This version of canoe is designed to be used by intermediate
users on waters up to Diffi culty Grade WW3.
T-BONES – assembly in the bottom part – the seats (5) are
attached to the bottom of the straps (9). This layout keeps the
canoe as rigid as possible and ensures the largest keel bend.
The sidewall cylinders in the central section are bent upwards.
This version is designed for skilled canoeists due to its low
primary stability. However, it off ers maximum performance and
speed on the water.
T-BONES assembly instructions – See Picture 2
2a) Make sure that you have the following parts available: seat
(5), T-Bones bracing (12), 4 M6x35 screws (7), 4 M6 plastic
nuts (8), 1 M8x25 screw (20) and a 5mm hexagonal spanner
(21), 1 pc of stainless steal pad (25).
2b), 2c), 2d) Insert the T-Bones bracing into the holes on stra-
ps (9).
2e) Erect the T-Bones perpendicularly to the seat and align the
hole in the seat (22) with the T-Bones hole (23). Put a stainless
steel pad (25) on the hole in the seat and T-Bones and fi x using
the screw (20) and fasten it with the hexagonal spanner (21).
3. Inflation Instructions
Lay out the canoe. Attach the seats and fi xation straps using
screws and plastic nuts – see Details A and B. Alternatively,
the seats can be laced by means of ropes (24) – see Detail E.
Infl ate the air chambers in the following order: sidewall cylin-
ders (1) and the bottom (2).
A foot pump or piston pump with a valve adapter is the best
way of infl ating the craft (the valve adapter is included in the
gluing set) – see Picture 3b. Prior to infl ating the canoe, check
the valves. Set the valves to the closed position. For how to
use the valves – see Picture 3.
Infl ate the air chambers until they are fi rm but not completely
stiff . The air chambers should provide a feeling comparable to
squeezing a ripe orange. You can check the exact operating
pressure by using a suitable pressure gauge (optional acces-
sory) – see Figure 3a. The spanner for assembling the valves
is an optional accessory – see Picture 3c.
ATTENTION
The maximum operational pressure in air chambers is
0.02 MPa. If the ambient temperature increases (e.g.
owing to sunlight), the pressure in the air chambers of
the canoe can rise rapidly. We recommend releasing
some air from all air chambers of the canoe after pulling it
out of the water. This will prevent possible destruction of
the air chambers. However, do not forget to continuously
check air pressure in the chambers afterwards, too. A co-
rresponding reduction in operating pressure is up to 20%
within 24 hours.
ATTENTION
When using the boat, always seal the valves with their
valve caps. This will keep dirt out of the valves. Dirt can-
cause leaky valve seals.

4. Using the Boat

The Scout is a three-seat infl atable canoe with a self-draining
bottom. Whenever the canoe is used on waterways, Waterway
Traffi c Rules should be observed. Operation of the Baraka in-
fl atable canoe does not require any licence provided the people
who operate the canoe know the techniques of small boat op-
eration within the scope necessary for its operation, as well as
the valid navigation rules of the particular country.
The design of the canoe enables it to be used it on wild waters
up to Diffi culty Grade WW 3, for water-based tourism activi-
ties on calm rivers and lakes, and expeditions requiring lots of
baggage. The canoe's advantages are good stability, manoeu-
vrability, space-saving design, easy transport and long lifetime.
The canoe is propelled by 2 paddlers sitting on the seats. The
seats are adjustable in the longitudinal direction according to
the paddlers' needs and the distribution of baggage in the ca-
noe. All people in the boat must wear fl otation life-jackets. Use
canoe paddles.
When using the canoe on wild water, the paddlers kneel, sup-
ported by the seats; their thighs are fi xed by thigh-straps laced
through the fi xtures on the bottom at the appropriate distance
from the seat. The fi xing straps are equipped with a safety clip
that enables safe abandonment of an overturned canoe.
The drainage sleeve (18) in the rear part of the bottom secures
water drainage upon canoe fl ooding in rapids. Roll the drainage
sleeve into the boat during boating.
CAUTION
•
It is necessary to suffi ciently practise undoing the
safety clip and abandoning an overturned canoe on
calm waters in advance!
•
Prior to every use of the boat, check whether it is
necessary to observe any special regulations, re-
strictions or rules connected with the river, surface
of water or area in which you aim to operate.
ATTENTION
The canoe is not designed to be towed behind motor-
boats, nor may it be dragged or in any way stressed
unusually.
Sharp edged or pointed items carried in the canoe
should be safely wrapped.
Place all valuables in a waterproof container and fasten
it to the canoe.
Over time, sunlight adversely aff ects the rubber coating
of the canoe; therefore, it is recommended to place the
canoe in the shade after every use.
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