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- Page 1 P-Series CRRCs P4.2 / P4.7 / P5.3 / P5.8 PERATOR ANUAL Designed Smarter, Built Tougher. Wing Inflatables, Inc. 1220 5 Street, Arcata, CA 95521 www.wing.com Phone (707) 826-2887...
- Page 3 ISSION APABLE (Come Hell or High Water) The Wing P4.2, P4.7, P5.3 and P5.8 CRRCs are the ideal inflatable boats for missions in which rapid deployment, high performance, and reliability are key assets for success. Whether paddled for stealth or powered for speed, Wing’s CRRCs are designed for a variety of military, law enforcement and scientific missions –...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents ................................4 N THE EST OF OMPANY ................................5 BOUT NFLATABLES Seven Key Reasons to Run One ..............................6 General Parts Diagram - All CRRCs ............................... 8 Inflation Specifications ................................11 Assembly and Disassembly – Hard Deck ............................ 11 Floorboard and Thrustboard Installation .......................... - Page 5 Valve Troubleshooting ................................28 Valve Removal ..................................29 Fabric Repair ....................................30 Liquids, Solvents, and Adhesive Agents use in Repair ......................31 Recommended Adhesives Used In Polyurethane Repair ....................... 31 “Flashing-Off” or “Drying to the Touch” ..........................31 Damage Assessment ................................32 New Urethane Fabric Repair ..............................
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Page 6: I N The Best Of Company
N THE EST OF OMPANY As an operator of the Wing P4.2, P4.7, P5.3 and P5.8 CRRCs you can be proud. You’re in the best of company, because the craft beneath you is the finest of its kind. Wing CRRCs use the latest and best technologies available for manufacturing rugged and durable inflatable boats. -
Page 7: About Wing Inflatables
BOUT NFLATABLES Wing Inflatables is an all-US owned and operated company based in Northern California. We design and produce inflatable products out of extremely durable, US made Polyurethane-coated nylon and polyester fabrics, using thermo- and radio frequency welding techniques. We do this with assistance from proprietary CAD software written exclusively for our fabric’s unique and superior characteristics. -
Page 8: Seven Key Reasons To Run One
CRRC − T OP OF HEIR LASS Seven Key Reasons to Run One #1 Polyurethane vs. hypalon. A polyester scrim coated with Polyurethane not only gives the Wing CRRC superior tear, puncture, and abrasion resistance compared to hypalon (CSM) and PVC, the 1680 denier thread count adds stiffness as well. - Page 9 #4 Tapered tube bow. Our tapered side tubes and squared-off bow creates 20% more usable hard-deck space in the bow. On the outside, the squared-off bow directs air down into the V-hull assisting with lift and planing. #5 Wing’s “V-Hull” design vs. lower buoyancy tubes (LBTs). With or without a load, the Wing CRRCs get up on a plane fast—faster than the LBT-equipped competition.
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Page 10: General Parts Diagram - All Crrcs
General CRRC Parts Diagram 1. Main Buoyancy Tube (MBT) – Primary inflatable structure of CRRC 2. Lifting Handle – Heavy duty handle placed on the outside of the MBT to enable the craft to be carried 3. Transom – Composite Structural beam at the stern on which an engine can be mounted 4. - Page 11 16. Cone – Stern end of MBT 17. Thermo Welded Seam – Two pieces of fabric Polyurethane fabric permanently fused using heat or RF welding 18. Rope Ring/D-ring combo 19. Grommet Strip – Strip of grommets along top of MBT 20.
- Page 12 31. Floor Velcro strip – Attached to floor to mate with Keel Velcro strip 32. Floorboard Cleat – Retainer to prevent floorboard lift 33. Bulkhead/Baffle – Fabric wall creating separate chambers in MBT 34. Keel Velcro strip – Attached to keel for proper alignment of keel to floor 35.
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Page 13: Inflation Specifications
Inflation Specifications The Wing CRRC Main Buoyancy Tube is rated for normal operating pressure of 4.4 psi with ability to run up to 5.0 psi with heavier loads. Each chamber is equipped with a Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) to ensure over-inflation does not occur. - Page 14 halfway under the two 18” cleats at the forward edge). Ensure that the floorboard is pressed all the way to the transom and sits snuggly in the battens. Wing Tip: Spraying the groove between MBT, cleats, boat bottom, and along the surface of the keel, with soapy water (from a spray bottle or damp rag not provided) reduces friction and allows for easier installation of floorboards.
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Page 15: Inflating The Boat
Install the forward bow board and joiner (model specific). If your CRRC was purchased with a forward bow section or if you ordered as a separate the forward bow section as a separate accessory item, center and snuggly seat the smallest joiner onto the widest edge of the forward bow board, and place the combination forward into the boat. -
Page 16: Hard Deck Disassembly
Tighten Thrustboard bolts. Using ½” wrench or crescent wrench, tighten bolts firmly. Be careful not to over tighten. Close all cross-over valves and keel inflation hose valve. Hard Deck Disassembly Deflate keel. Deflate keel by removing inflate/deflate valve cap, depress yellow valve stem to deflate (depress yellow valve stem and rotate clockwise to lock the valve in the open position, depress and rotate valve stem back again to close). - Page 17 Open crossover valves and partially inflate boat from the stern. Partially inflate both sides of the boat, until the tubes take shape (no more than 50%). Insert main and forward thrustboards. The forward thrustboard and hardware comes only in the roll-up floor kit. If you are installing the hardware for the first time, the hardware installation will take place after inflating the MBT.
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Page 18: Auto-Inflating The Boat
Auto-Inflating the Boat The Wing P-Series Auto-Inflation models use a unique cross-over valve system that allows the boat to be inflated with compressed air or CO2 via two inflation valves located in the stern of the boat, port and starboard. The cross-over valves allow air or CO2 to flow from one chamber to the next until the boat is fully inflated. -
Page 19: Prepare Crrc For Storage And Transport
Close and disconnect (operator’s choice) the keel hose valve at both the keel and MBT. Prepare CRRC for Storage and Transport It is necessary to deflate the CRRC completely when preparing it to be rolled up for storage or transportation in the supplied carrying bag. If deflating the CRRC for long term storage, make sure to clean the CRRC using soapy water. -
Page 20: Inflation Specifications
Roll the boat into a tight bundle. Place boat into its storage carrying case and secure the straps. Inflation Specifications The Wing CRRC Main Buoyancy Tube is rated for normal operating pressure of 4.4 psi with ability to run up to 5.0 psi with heavier loads. -
Page 21: Warm Weather Inflation Pressure
WARNING: Some PRVs have an override pin. Modification of a PRV is not recommended. Over-inflation can cause tube rupture or catastrophic valve failure, resulting in property damage, serious injury, and even death. WARNING: DO NOT OVER-INFLATE THE KEEL! The keel does not have a dedicated PRV. When properly connected to the bow MBT via the keel hose (with valve open) it will have the same operational pressure (4.4 psi) as the MBT. -
Page 22: Outboard Engine Installation
Outboard Engine Installation Long shaft outboard engines should be installed and operated per engine manufacturer’s recommendation to ensure safe operation. Installing an outboard engine requires centering the engine over the transom mounting plate, positioning the two turnbuckle fasteners against the metal engine mount plate. Then tighten the turnbuckle fasteners. Recheck these fasteners for tightness after the 10 minutes of operation and every hour thereafter, and after transport of the outboard engine. -
Page 23: Operational Tips On Boat Handling
Operational Tips on Boat Handling Wave & Wake Jumping Operating the Wing CRRC over waves and/or wakes is a natural part of boat operations. However, when this activity is done with sufficient speed to force the hull partially or completely out of the water, certain hazards arise, particularly when the CRRC re-enters the water. -
Page 24: Impact With Hazards
Impact with Hazards Reduce speed and proceed with caution whenever you drive a CRRC in shallow water areas or in areas where you suspect underwater obstacles may exist which could be struck by the outboard or the CRRC hull. Avoid Impact with Hazards The most important thing you can do to help reduce injury or impact damage from striking a floating or underwater object is to control the CRRC speed. -
Page 25: Beaching The Crrc
Beaching the CRRC Your Wing P-Series CRRC - is made of the toughest air-holding fabric available. Nevertheless, care should be exercised when beaching your CRRC. If possible, survey the landing area to ensure there are no sharp items present that may puncture or damage your CRRC. ... -
Page 26: Hoisting
Hoisting Your Wing P-Series CRRC are equipped with four (4) heavy duty, reinforced lifting/hoisting eyes: two (2) on the thrust-board (one port and one starboard); and two (2) on the transom (one port, one starboard). Do not use any other points to lift/hoist this CRRC or serious damage could occur to the CRRC and/or the people hoisting the CRRC. -
Page 27: Trailering
Trailering There are a number of optional dedicated trailers available that are built specifically to work with your Wing P4.2, P4.7, P5.3 and P5.8, with properly spaced and supportive bunks, to make towing, launching and recovery of your CRRC very straightforward and safe. -
Page 28: Cleaning The Boat
Cleaning the Boat IMPORTANT: Rinsing your CRRC and floorboards regularly with fresh water will help prevent the build- up of grime which could adversely affect the performance and longevity of the system. WARNING: Do not use harsh chemicals, petroleum, or silicon based products to clean surface or any part of the inflatable tube. -
Page 29: Valves
Valves Wing Inflatables uses a variety of fill valves, pressure release valves (PRVs), and flanges on our products. A “valve” may actually consist of multiple components. FILL VALVE: Used for adding air to a tube or MBT. These may or may not incorporate integral flanges. -
Page 30: Valve Troubleshooting
Valve Troubleshooting The following steps should aid in identifying leaks and offer sealing solutions. 1. Spray the “suspect” surrounding area with mild soapy water. The soapy bubbles will help locate air leaks. 2. If bubbles come from middle of valve, debris may be lodged in the valve gasket. -
Page 31: Valve Removal
Valve Removal Removing a valve or PRV from an external flange: Remove a valve by turning it counterclockwise using a 3 in 1 valve wrench (optional repair equipment). Be careful not to over-tighten the valve when re-installing. This valve wrench is designed to fit the PRV, Inflate/Deflate Valve and the Keel inflation valve. -
Page 32: Fabric Repair
Fabric Repair This portion of the manual will guide a service technician through a repair procedure designed to address small tears to medium sized tears, and small abrasions in the MBT fabric. It is expected that the technician has some MBT repair experience, has access to an appropriate repair space, and has the correct tools and supplies as recommended in this section. -
Page 33: Liquids, Solvents, And Adhesive Agents Use In Repair
Liquids, Solvents, and Adhesive Agents use in Repair COATINGS Techthane (Oil based): 2-part urethane coating (plus pigment) Use: High damage areas or abrasion wear areas. Builds extra urethane thickness to withstand heavy usage. Also to increase UV stability of fabric. (Not intended to repair over-damaged nylon weave!) Working life: Approx. -
Page 34: Damage Assessment
Adhesive can be utilized to seal these small holes, or liquid urethane called “Goop” is available upon request from Wing Inflatables. For longer scratches, or small scratches in high damage areas, Techthane can be used to seal leaks that have NOT damaged fabric weaves. -
Page 35: Using Goop Or Adhesive
Using Goop or Adhesive Inflate boat to full pressure (4.4 psi). Spray area with soapy water and mark leaks with grease pencil or by taping off areas to be repaired. IMPORTANT: Ink and markers will permanently mark the fabric and are NOT recommended for use. For best results, tape off area. -
Page 36: Repairs Using Tear Aid
Repairs Using Tear Aid 1. Tape off an outline of the repair area with 2. Lightly scuff surface with sandpaper approx 2 inches on either side of leak 3. Draw outline of repair area on Tear Aid. 4. Verify outline of patch 5. -
Page 37: Weathered Or Coated Fabric
Weathered or Coated Fabric Inflatable tubes that are weathered or dull-coated require fabric preparation before adhesive will bond. Preparation: 60-80 grit sandpaper recommended. Caution: Do not sand through Polyurethane coating into polyester weave. Clean with alcohol, MEK, or toluene. Tears, Punctures &... -
Page 38: Bonding Patches To Urethane Fabric
Bonding Patches to Polyurethane Fabric Caution: Before using a putty knife or any flat-bladed tool on any inflatable product, ensure that there are no sharp edges or corners on blade to prevent further damage to material. Round patch corners to prevent “snagging” when the boat is back in use. -
Page 39: Large Tear: Inside/Outside Patch Repair
Large Tear: Inside/Outside Patch Repair Center your inside patch over the tear. Mark the fabric. Give your patch a horizontal and vertical centerline for positioning under the tear. Tape off area to be prepared for repair. Sand area using 60-80 grit sandpaper. P a g e... - Page 40 Tape off 1/4” inside sanded area and clean with solvent. (This assures adhesive on sanded fabric only.) Apply MEK or acetone to patch area inside of fabric. With gloved hand, immediately apply adhesive to inside patch area of fabric. Prepare both inside and outside patch with solvent, immediately followed by adhesive.
- Page 41 Apply heat and pressure. Wipe fabric with solvent. Immediately apply outside patch, applying heat and pressure on one edge. Carefully work heat and pressure towards far edge avoiding air pockets or bubbles. Allow patches to cure before inflation a minimum of 2 hours (24 hours is recommended).
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Page 42: Field Repair/Solvent Bonding Technique
Field Repair/Solvent Bonding Technique (If repairs are needed without access to heat gun.) Follow steps 1-9 of “Fabric Preparation” to prepare the surface to receive the patch, then complete the additional steps in this section. Line up the patch to the taped off area on the craft receiving the patch. Make sure the patch corners are rounded. -
Page 43: Emergency Field Repair With Clamshell Plug
Emergency Field Repair with Clamshell Plug For emergency repairs of punctures or tears in fabric, use the appropriate sized clamshell plug (optional repair equipment). 1. Loop cord around wrist to prevent loss of assembly. Dip clamshell assembly in water to assist in insertion. 2. -
Page 44: Inflation & Testing Of A Repaired Tube
Inflation & Testing of a Repaired Tube Following a repair, the MBT should be inflated and the pressure should be verified when the ambient air temperature is between 65°F and 75°F (18°C and 24°C). Pressurize the repaired tube to 4.4 psi (303 mbar). ... -
Page 45: General Boat Inspection
General Boat Inspection Inflation valve covers should be secured in closed position while tube/boat is in use, as well as when in storage. Avoid the creation of excess heat friction on tubes (i.e., dragging rope over tubes). Check all fill valves &... - Page 46 Designed Smarter, Built Tougher. Wing Inflatables, Inc. 1220 5 Street, Arcata, CA 95521 www.wing.com Phone (707) 826-2887 Wing CRRC Manual 09.15.2015 P a g e...
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