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- Page 1 AdvancedFrame Expedition™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual MODEL AE1009 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. 2006 REV 06-001...
- Page 2 INTRODUCTION It is our goal, at Advanced Elements, to develop new and unique paddles- ports products that enhance our customers’ outdoor experience. Our focus is on designing and manufacturing “Inflatable kayaks with cutting edge technology”. Our kayaks incorporate many different materials and compo- nents and deliver high performance at a very reasonable price.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Caution/Safety ..............4 1.1 Boating Safety ............5 2. Specification ..............6 2.1 Capacity ..............6 2.2 Features ..............6 3. Assembly/Inflating/Deflation Instruction ....7 3.1 Assembly ............... 7 3.2 Understanding Your Valves........ 8 3.3 Inflating ..............9 3.4 Over Inflation ............ -
Page 4: Caution/Safety
· 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... -
Page 5: Boating Safety
AdvancedFrame Expedition™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual 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... -
Page 6: Specification
PERSON OR 400 LBS. 450 LBS PERSON, GEAR PRESSURE = 2.0 psi (main chambers) MANUFACTURER: ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC. CONCORD, CA USA 94524 MODEL AE1009 - ADVANCEDFRAME EXPEDITION™ KAYAK THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH NMMA STANDARDS OF EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURES ASSN. -
Page 7: Assembly/Inflating/Deflation Instruction
AdvancedFrame Expedition™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual 3. ASSEMBLY/INFLATING/DEFLATION INSTRUCTION The AdvancedFrame Expedition™ 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 factory pre-assembled. -
Page 8: Understanding Your Valves
4. Attach the adjustable backrest to the AdvancedFrame™ side tubes by fastening buckles. 3.2 Understanding Your Valves Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Expedition™ kayak uses the following valves. It has the function and durability of other military type valves and is compatible with most standard pumps. -
Page 9: Inflating
AdvancedFrame Expedition™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual Diagram of Inflation Chambers 3.3 Inflating IMPORTANT: Before inflating, check to be sure that the kayak is completely assembled. Inflate your kayak in the following order. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to your kayak. Do not over inflate. -
Page 10: Over Inflation
INFLATION TIPS Use either a bellows style foot pump or two-way hand pump to inflate to your kayak. Be sure that the fitting on the pump hose fits snug in the valve on the kayak. NEVER USE COMPRESSORS, CO2 OR COMPRESSED AIR AS THEY MAY DAMAGE YOUR KAYAK. The main chambers use high-end military style, plunger valves (Push in and twist to activate the spring-loaded check valve for inflating, or push-in and twist to lock open for deflating). -
Page 11: Guidelines For Usage
AdvancedFrame Expedition™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual 4. GUIDELINES FOR USAGE Paddlesports can be very dangerous and physically demanding. The user of this product should understand that participation in paddlesports may involve serious injury or death. Observe the following safety standards whenever using this product. The user of this product acknowledges both an understanding and an assumption of the risk involved in paddlesports. -
Page 12: Repairs
Do not store your kayak for an extended period of time while wet. Follow these steps for removing excess water. 1. Unzip the 2 zippers that run down the center of the kayak. 2. Remove the gray fabric tube and cover, along with the inflatable floor, separating it from the outer cover. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
AdvancedFrame Expedition™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual 7. TROUBLESHOOTING SOLUTION PROBLEM Does not hold air The spring valve uses a plunger system. The only time the plunger should be in the open position is when you are deflating. Make sure while inflating. that the plunger is closed to inflate. - Page 14 PADDLING NOTES: It is always a good idea to keep notes 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...
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Page 17: Statement Of Origin
Note: If your state requires this document of licensing your boat, please contact Advanced Elements Customer Service Department for completion, or for more information. MANUFACTURER’S STATEMENT OF ORIGIN FOR A VESSEL SOLD IN THE STATE OF_____________________________________ The undersigned manufacturer hereby certifies that the new boat described below, the property of... -
Page 18: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity (according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) M anufacturer’s Name: Advanced Elements, Inc. M anufacturer’s Address: P.O. Box 5128 Concord, CA 94524 d eclares, that the product: P roduct Name: AdvancedFrame Expedition™ Kayak M odel Number (s): AE100 to which this declaration relates, meets the essential health and safety r equirements and is in conformity with the relevant EU Directives listed below:... -
Page 19: Warranty And Registration
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. - Page 20 If you would like a catalog of our latest products please visit our website at www.advancedelements.com or call Toll Free 866-262-9076 PLEASE COMPLETE THE OTHER SIDE OF THIS WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD AND RETURN TO ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC. PLACE STAMP HERE P .O. Box 5128...
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