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AdvancedFrame Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual MODEL AE1012 PATENTED 1 PERSON KAYAK IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING. AFTER READING THIS MANUAL, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC. 2018 REV 2-2018...
· READ OWNER’S INFORMATION PACKET PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT. THE USER OF THIS PRODUCT ACKNOWLEDGES BOTH AN UNDERSTANDING AND AN ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK INVOLVED IN PADDLESPORTS. ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC. TOLL FREE 866-262-9076 Please read this entire manual for additional safety information. Please pay close attention to items...
® 1.1 Boating Safety This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will DANGER result in death or serious injury or substantial property damage.
PERSON OR 235 LBS. 300 LBS PERSON, GEAR PRESSURE = 2.0 psi (main chambers) MANUFACTURER: ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC. CONCORD, CA USA 94524 MODEL AE1012 - ADVANCEDFRAME™ KAYAK THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH NMMA STANDARDS OF EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURES ASSN.
® 3. ASSEMBLY/INFLATING/DEFLATION INSTRUCTION The AdvancedFrame Kayak has a rigid frame in the bow and stern that enhances its performance. ® 3.1 Assembly The illustration below shows the general assembly of the kayak. Your kayak comes from the INFLATABLE FLOOR Step 3 ADVANCEDFRAME STERN RIB...
® ® 3.2 Understanding Your Valves Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame kayak uses the following valves. The Advanced ® Elements spring valve has the function and durability of other military type valves and is compatible with most standard pumps. The lock nut holds the valve in place with the cover for threading.
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The screw-on Spring Valve Adaptor was designed to enable the pump hose to securely connect to The valve adaptor also has a semi-circle protrusion that depresses the valve stem, opening the Special Note: The Spring Valve Adaptor comes with all current Advanced Elements pumps, Valve Stem Closeup Spring Valve Top View OPERATING THE “TWIST”...
® STAGE 2 Inflating Main Chamber 2: 1. Moving to Main Chamber 2 on the inside of kayak, check to be sure that the valve plunger is UP or in the INFLATE position (See Figure 1) and inflate until firm to touch (2.0 psi ONLY). 2.
3.6 Folding NOTICE: Reverse your pump to completely deflate all chambers. 1. Completely deflate all air chambers and thoroughly dry kayak and remove the seat reversing your pump to pump out all the remaining air will make folding easier. 2. Remove plastic Bow and Stern forms and seat then lay kayak out flat. 3.
® ALWAYS practice safety and take the time to learn about the area where you are paddling. Get you do not over estimate your strength, your endurance or your skill. Be careful never to under estimate weather conditions. Be aware of the dangers before you begin. Be aware of your skill level.
6.2 Repairing Pinholes 1. Inflate the PVC tube. Locate the pinhole by sponging soapy water over the tube until you see air bubbles. Mark the location of the pinhole. 2. Deflate the tube and dry the affected area. Apply a drop of glue to the pinhole 3.
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® SOLUTION PROBLEM Water in the kayak. puddle up on the deck and leak through the zipper. Make sure that the a spray skirt from our accessories list from a dealer. This will help keep the inside of the kayak dry as well as you. A kayak will always head in the direction of your last stroke.
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PADDLING NOTES: It is alway a good idea to keep nots of your paddling experiences. Your notes can serve as a reminder of what to look out for, as well as what gear to bring along, and what conditions are like. DATE TIME LOCATION...
Note: If your state requires the licensing of this boat, please use the form below. If you need any assistance filling out this form, please contact Advanced Elements Customer Service Department. MANUFACTURER’S STATEMENT OF ORIGIN FOR A VESSEL SOLD IN THE STATE OF_____________________________________...
Declaration of Conformity (according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) s ’ Name: Advanced Elements, Inc. s ’ Address: P.O. Box 5128 Concord, CA 94524 that the product: Name: AdvancedFrame® Kayak Number (s): AE1012 to which this declaration relates, meets the essential health and safety...
For warranty service, contact Advanced Elements, Inc. Advanced Elements, Inc shall inspect all warranty claims and in the event of a defect, repair or replace the defective part or entire item, at its option. The purchaser must, before return of a defective product, obtain from Advanced Elements, Inc, a return authorization number and return center address.
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