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- Page 1 Dragonfly™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual MODEL AE1001 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 ... 7 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
ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK INVOLVED IN PADDLESPORTS. Please read this entire manual for additional safety information. Please pay close attention to items marked DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, NOTICE, NEVER, and ALWAYS. CAUTION SAFETY WARNING ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC. TOLL FREE 866-262-9076... -
Page 5: Boating Safety
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. DANGER WARNING CAUTION CAUTION NOTICE The precautions listed in this manual and on the craft are not all-inclusive. If a procedure, method, tool or part is not specifically recommended, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others, and that the craft will not be damaged or made unsafe as a result of your decision. -
Page 6: Specification
2. SPECIFICATION Dimensions: Length: Width: Weight: Max. Person Capacity: Max. Persons & Gear Capacity: Recommended Pressure: Main chambers: Floor chamber: 2.1 Capacity The person/load capacity is determined by the availability of proper seating on the kayak. Acceptable seating determines the number of passengers, not the overall load capacity. WARNING: Do not exceed the certified maximum capacities under any circumstances. -
Page 7: Features
2.2 Features SPECIAL FEATURES: Rigid Bow and Stern: Built-in rigid panels define the bow and stern and improve tracking. Durable and Light: Unique outer cover provides durability in a lightweight design. Easy to Set Up: New Twist valves and high flow Spring valves allow for quick setup time. Comfortable: High support seat provides comfort for hours of paddling. -
Page 8: Understanding Your Valves
3.2 Understanding Your Valves Advanced Elements Dragonfly™ 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 easy inflation. -
Page 9: Inflating
3.3 Inflating IMPORTANT: Inflate your kayak in the following order. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to your kayak. Do not over inflate. When fully inflated, the width of the seating area should be between 15” to 16” at the widest point. 1. -
Page 10: Folding
3.6 Folding NOTICE: Reverse your pump to completely deflate all chambers. 1. Completely deflate all air chambers and thoroughly dry the kayak and remove the seat. 2. Fold sides A and B inward. Fold Bow and Stern section inward (C and D). 4. -
Page 11: Proper Care And Storage
Your kayak is designed to be paddled with a double bladed kayak paddle. Paddle with short and even strokes. Keep the blade close to the kayak and the paddle almost vertical. Pull with your lower hand and push with your upper hand. To reduce the amount of swaying at the front of the kayak, ease off on the force of your stroke. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
7. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Does not hold air while inflating The kayak is sagging. The kayak will not hold full pressure for more than couple of hours. The kayak still loses air. The tube is kinked or bent. The kayak is too tight. The fin is bent. -
Page 13: 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 14: Declaration Of Conformity
M anufacturer’s Name: Advanced Elements, Inc. M anufacturer’s Address: P.O. Box 5128 d eclares, that the product: P roduct Name: Dragonfly™ Kayak M odel Number (s): A E1001 to which this declaration relates, meets the essential health and safety r equirements and is in conformity with the relevant EU Directives listed below: General Product Safety Directive... -
Page 15: Limited Warranty
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 16 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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