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OWNER’S MANUAL INLET KAYAK US PATENT NO. 8,316,788 OTHER PATENTS PENDING WARNING All persons using this kayak must read, understand, and follow all instructions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference...
Welcome to the Oru Kayak community! Product specifications We’re a young company working to change how people experience Safety warnings the outdoors. We designed the Oru Inlet to make getting out on the Assembly & disassembly water simple, fun, and easy. Proper care & storage Transporting your Oru Kayak This manual gives an overview of the Inlet’s features and includes a...
Product Specifications The Oru Inlet’s design is all about ease and simplicity. A single sheet of of room. Internal bulkheads and an integrated floorboard adds strength. double-layered polypropylene forms the hull and deck of the assembled The adjustable seat and footrest let you paddle in comfort. All of the loose kayak, and transforms into the box.
Oru Kayak and use • Inspect the kayak, including the deck straps and buckles, and all common sense.
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WHEN YOU PADDLE and local laws, regulations, and ordinances regarding boating, equipment, and boating safety. • NEVER paddle alone. It is best to have someone with you in case • Prepare a float plan and let friends or relatives know where you of an emergency or accident.
Strictly follow the Assembly Guide included with your • Follow instructions to properly put away components of the Inlet. Oru Kayak. If the Oru Kayak is not assembled correctly, • Rinse off your kayak with clean, fresh water after each use, especially it can lose its structural integrity and collapse.
• The best way to fly with your Inlet is to pack it in the Oru Inlet Pack and • Whenever possible, enter the Inlet from a dock or a place where the check it in.
• A horn or whistle. U.S. Coast Guard regulations require an audible signal • Bilge pump device to be used in all watercraft. Attach the device to your PFD. • Food and plenty of drinking water • Maps and compass • Sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, etc.) ORU KAYAK | OWNER’S MANUAL...
Kayaking 101 All users of this kayak should obtain qualified instruction to learn proper From a low dock or platform: paddling technique, water safety, and first aid before using this kayak. 1. Float the kayak alongside the dock. This manual is not intended to provide complete training on all aspects of 2.
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5’0” – 5’5” 215 – 220 cm you’ll rotate the paddle so that the blade enters the water at a right 5’5” – 6’2” 220 – 230 cm angle. 6’2” + 225 – 240 cm ORU KAYAK | OWNER’S MANUAL...
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8.4 MANEUVERING A KAYAK 7. Whichever paddle you choose, you will use the same grip and positioning for all strokes. Rudder turn • Once you have forward momentum, place your paddle in the water just 8.3.3 How to paddle behind your hip. For all strokes, maintain an upright posture, with the footrest and seat •...
Limited Warranty Oru Kayak, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of its original purchase. If a problem occurs, you must contact Oru Kayak, Inc. in a timely manner by email at service@orukayak.com.
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This warranty product is in possession of a freight carrier or party other than Oru Kayak; gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that cosmetic wear, abrasion, or damage caused by excessive UV exposure;...
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If you are having trouble finding it, watch a video www.orukayak.com/findHIN. For your own records: PLACE OF PURCHASE: ___________________________________________________________________ DATE OF RECEIPT: ______________________________________________________________________ HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (HIN): ORU KAYAK | OWNER’S MANUAL...
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