Important - Advanced Elements StraitEdge Kayak Manual De Instrucciones

Valve stem should be pushed in. To inflate, push-in centre stem and rotate counter-clockwise to the locked position. Valve stem should
be pushed out.
The twist valve shall be rotated clockwise to close and anti-clockwise to open. When the thread is visible, the valve is open.
For the boston type valve, make sure the valve body (A) is screwed in tightly. Remove small cap (B) and inflate. The tether ring (C) is
used to attach the valve to the kayak to avoid loosing.
To begin inflating your kayak, we recommend a foot pump or a double action hand pump. Never use compressors, CO2 or
compressed air as they may damage your kayak. Both types of valves are compatible with most standard pumps.
3.3 Inflating
IMPORTANT: Before inflating, check to be sure that the boat is completely assembled. Inflate your boat in the following order. Failure
to follow theses instructions may cause damage to your boat. Do not over inflate.
To begin inflating your boat, we recommend a foot pump or a double action hand pump. Never use compressors, CO2 or
compressed air as they may damage your boat.
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For inflating your StraitEdge Kayak, please follow the following steps, see figure 5:
1. Locate chamber 1 (spring valve). Inflate until firm then close cap. Check to be sure the valve is in the inflate position.
2. Proceed to chamber 2 (spring valve). Inflate until firm then close cap. Check to be sure the valve is in the inflate position.
3. Locate chambers 3 and 4 "floor" (boston type valves). Make sure valve body is screwed in tightly. Inflate until firm then close
cap.
4. Locate chambers 5 and 6 (spring valves). Inflate until firm and then close cap. Check to be sure the valve is in the inflate
position.
5. Make sure all valves are closed tightly and properly. Check to be sure the cap tether is not interfering with the valve seating
on all chambers. Also be sure that the floor fabric is not interfering with the seal on chambers 3 and 4.
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For inflating the StraitEdge Canoe, please follow the following steps, ref. figure 6:
1. Locate chamber 1 (floor). Attach pump hose to twist valve and inflate until firm. Position in the centre of the canoe.
2. Proceed to inflate chambers 2 and 3 (bow and stern spring valves). Inflate until firm then close cap. Check to be sure the
valve is in the inflate position.
3. Locate chambers 4 and 5 "side tubes" (spring valves). Inflate until firm then close cap. Check to be sure the valve is in the
inflate position.
4. Locate chambers 6 and 7 (seat cushions). Attach pump hose to twist valves and inflate to desired firmness.
5. Make sure all valves are closed tightly and properly. Check to be sure the cap tether is not interfering with the valve seating
on chambers 4 and 5. Also be sure that the fabric is not interfering with the seal either.
CAUTION: Water temperature and weather will affect the air pressure of the boat. In cold weather, your boat will loose some pressure
as the air inside contracts. If this occurs, you may want to add a bit more air to improve your boats performance. However, in hot
weather, or prolonged direct sunlight, the air inside will expand. In such case, you must let some air out of the appropriate chambers to
prevent the boat from filing due to overpressure. You should avoid exposing your boat to extreme temperatures.
3.4 Deflation and Folding
NOTICE: Reverse your pump to completely deflate all chambers.
For deflating and folding the StraitEdge
1. Completely deflate all chambers and thoroughly dry kayak and remove the seat.
2. Fold in half, down the centre, lengthwise.
3. Fold into 4 equal sections.
4. Place into duffel bag.
For deflating and folding the StraitEdge
1. Completely deflate all chambers and thoroughly dry canoe and remove the seats.
2. Unzip the short zippers (A) on the bow and stern top, then fold in half, down the centre, lengthwise.
3. Fold into 4 equal sections.
4. Place into duffel bag.
3.5 To Use as Self-Bailing (StraitEdge
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The StraitEdge Kayak can be used as both a self-bailing and a non self-bailing kayak. Most self-bailing inflatable kayaks are designed
for paddling white water, only. They typically have quite a bit of rocker to allow for quick turning and other maneuvers. By opening the
drain ports you will allow water or waves that spill into the kayak to drain out through the bottom. In calm condition or on cold days you
may wish to close the drain ports to prevent water from entering the kayak at all. The StraitEdge
bow and stern frame to improve tracking in open water conditions.
To change to a self-bailing kayak, locate the self-bailing ports on the kayak floor and remove caps.
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Kayak, please follow the following steps, ref. figure 8:
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Canoe, please follow the following steps, ref. figure 7:
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