Inflation Instructions; Using The Boat - Gumotex PULSAR 340 Manual De Usuario

2. Technical Description – see Fig. 1
1. perimeter cylinder
2. bottom
3. PUSH/PUSH valve, allows infl ation/defl ation, pressure
control and measurement by pressure gauge (see Fig. 2)
4. relief valve
5. infl atable seat
6. infl atable seat hitch
7. foot hitch
8. metal lugs for gear fastening
9. safety rope
10. metal lugs for fastening safety devices and other materials
11. boat carrying handle
12. anti-slip surface
13. manufacturer's label
14. yellow „WARNING" label
15. bow hitch
16. protective fi lm
17. holes for water discharge
ACCESSORY SUPPLIED WITH THE BOAT:
Transport bag, 2 compression straps for the compression of the
folded boat, user's manual with warranty card, foam sponge
in a net bag, gluing kit containing the glue, patches, valve adapter.

3. Inflation Instructions

Unfold the boat. Infl ate the air chambers in this sequence: peri-
meter cylinder (1), bottom (2), infl atable seats (5). For the infl a-
tion it is favourable to use a foot pump or piston pump with using
the valve adapter - see Fig. 2b (the adapter is a part of the gluing
kit). Before the start of infl ating, check the condition of the valves.
Set the valves to the Closed position. For the way of operation of
the valve see Fig. 2. 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
accessory) – see Figure 2a. The wrench for the installation of the
valve - see Fig. 2c - is an optional accessory.
ATTENTION
The maximum operational pressure in the air chambers
is 0.025 MPa. If the ambient temperature increases (e.g.
owing to sunlight), the pressure in the air chambers
of the boat can rise rapidly. We recommend releasing
some air from all air chambers of the boat after pulling
it out of the water. Possible destruction of the air cham-
bers will thus be prevented. However, do not forget to
continuously monitor the air pressure in the chambers
afterwards, too. A corresponding reduction in operating
pressure is up to 20% within 24 hours.
ATTENTION
When using the boat, always close the valve with a cap,
to prevent the intrusion of dirt into the valve, which
could cause leakages in the future.

4. Using the boat

The Pulsar is a multi-person infl atable dinghy-raft with self-
-draining bottom intended for navigating rivers and white-
-water rafting. Persons navigating inland bodies of water are
required to adhere to inland navigation rules. The raft may
be steered by a person without a licence, if he/she has been
acquainted with the technique for steering a small vessel in
the scope necessary for steering it and the inland navigati-
on rules valid in the specifi c country. Due to its design, the
raft enables navigation of rivers of various grades of diffi culty,
from calm water to diffi culty grade WW 5. It has been develo-
ped for rafting – paddling down wild mountain rivers carrying
groups of people. The paddlers sit on the perimeter tube at si-
tes defi ned by anti-slip bands with their feet fi xed in foot grips.
All persons in the raft must be wearing infl atable vests. Longer
canoe paddles are used to drive the vessel.
CAUTION:
Before the sailing make sure that the river, water or area
you want to move in is not subject to any special pro-
visions, restrictions or directives to be adhered to.
ATTENTION
The boat is not designed for being towed behind a motor-
boat; it must not be dragged or otherwise overstrained.
Sharp or pointy objects have to packed safely.
Please put valuables in a waterproof pack and fasten
them to the boat.
The rubber layer on the boat surface gets damaged by
solar radiation; it is therefore advisable to store the
boat in shade after each ride.
CAUTION:
• On large water areas (seas, lakes) beware of the wind
blowing from the coast.
There is the risk of the impossibility of return!
• The boat must not be used under impaired conditions
such as reduced visibility (night, fog, rain).
• Whitewater rafting is one of highly risky sports! Riding
on whitewater of higher diffi culty grades (WW4-5),
even if using a raft, requires the crew to have suffi -
cient experience with whitewater. Remember that
good crew teamwork, preliminary knowledge of the
river, correct diffi culty choice, and knowing the right
place to get on and off are very important for the
success of your journey.
Specifi cations of diffi culty grade WW 5 - extremely diffi cult:
•
great waves, rollers, tall terraces, extreme current, powerful
blocks, ahead inspection required.
Subjective assumptions for riding wild waters graded WW 5:
•
Excellent knowledge of techniques and tactics for riding
wild waters. The ability to realistically evaluate the diffi culty
posed and the actual state of the river's waters. Knowledge
of live-saving techniques in the water and swimming skills
in wild waters. Physical and mental toughness.
Technical equipment for riding wild waters graded WW 5:
•
Covered boats or boats with self-draining fl oor; fl otation
life-jackets with a minimum displacement of 7.5 kg, helmets,
protective clothes against cold (neoprene) and safety in-
struments.
ATTENTION
Pay great attention to your choice of fl otation life-jacket.
The fl otation life-jacket should have a tag bearing de-
tails of its fl otation capabilities and safety certifi cation.
5. Folding the boat - see Fig. 3
Remove dirt and dry the boat before folding.
Open the valves and release the air. The defl ation may be
sped up by rolling the boat towards the valves. Straighten out
the defl ated raft, fold the side cylinders toward the centre of
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