Aquaglide CHELAN 155 Manual Del Usuario página 7

Valve [Inflate Order]
TUBES [1]
FLOOR [2]
SEAT [3]
1. Locate a flat, dry area near the water. The best setup position will also make launching easy. Never
drag product as damage may occur.
2. Unfold product completely and locate Side Tube Valves [1]. To help future storage, closely note original
folding & packaging method. Remove each valve cap and confirm valve is in inflate (1-way airflow)
position. See HR valve operation, C.
3. Insert air pump hose with proper valve fitting into either Side Tube Valve [1]. Use pump to inflate side
tube to Working Pressure as shown in Chart 1. Check for proper pressure using gauge (manometer).
Repeat this step to inflate and check the other Side Tube Valve [1]. Replace valve caps.
4. Repeat step 3 instructions to inflate Floor [2] to proper Working Pressure shown in Chart 1. Chelan
incorporates a high-pressure dropstitch floor for ultimate performance. While it is possible to operate
vessel confidently with floor at as little as 4.0psi, inflate to full working pressure for peak performance.
5. Inflate Seat [3] cushions to desired firmness and secure by closing Twist-Lock valve. ProFormance seat
cushions can be adjusted as needed. Back strain can be eased by releasing or adding small amounts
of pressure. Fully or partially inflated seat cushion is usually most comfortable, however, center of gravity
can be lowered by releasing air from cushion during unstable conditions. See Twist-Lock valve operation,
D.
6. Position seats in cockpit according to desired use. For solo paddler, seat should be positioned just aft
of center handles and molle plates. Tandem paddlers position fore and aft, just behind molle plates. Seats
have Velcro patches which help align cushion on cockpit floor. Attach seat hooks to seat rings on side
tubes (forward of the seat) and adjust tension. Backrest should position users in comfortable, but upright
position. Move seat cushion and adjust backrest to alter legroom or boat trim.
7. Chelan 155 has 6 circular floor drains positioned on sides of cockpit and
1 circular floor drain in the rear. In most cases it is best to confirm drains are
closed before setting out. For normal drainage, set boat on incline with stern
lowest. Remove drain cap in rear of cockpit and allow water to drain astern.
Lift bow to assist drainage if necessary.
This product can be used in self-bailing mode. In this case, all cockpit drains
should remain open. Some water will enter boat in self-bailing mode but will
not accumulate.
8. Install Splashguard Inserts. Chelan includes 2x plastic Splashguard inserts
to prevent water from entering the cockpit. Open Velcro flap on inside of
Splashguard. Slide corners of insert into corner pockets and close Velcro flap
on top of insert. This maximizes Splashguard protection. Reverse steps for
disassembly. Do not fold product with inserts installed. See G.
9. Install fin. This product uses a US-style fin and box with thumb-screw and
tab. No tools are required for installation.
a. Roll boat over to expose the bottom. Fin box is positioned near stern (rear). First, remove the
thumb screw and flat tab (rectangular nut) from fin.
b. Reconnect tab and thumb screw loosely – just a turn and a half.
c. Use thumb screw to insert flat tab into opening in finbox and slide tab as far forward as
possible. Unscrew thumb screw leaving flat tab in place at front of finbox. See H, step 1.
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Chart 1 – Working Pressure by Chamber - Chelan 155
Working Presssure in psi (Bar)
3.0psi (0,21bar)
6.0psi (0,41bar)
Adjust as needed
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