Pelican 130X Owner's Manual page 6

GETTING STARTED
Please read all the instructions in this owner's manual. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference if necessary. The owner's manual includes:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION (
01
This section is provided to record important information about your kayak.
This information will come in handy if you need to contact our customer
service department.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD (
02
As outlined in the warranty section on page 6, you can register your
warranty electronically at www.pelicansport.com. You can also mail
the completed warranty registration card available on page 8.
MANUFACTURER'S DECLARATION OF ORIGIN (
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Foreign governments may require a Manufacturer's Declaration of Origin.
Complete the form available on page 7 if you need one.
MATERIALS/MANUFACTURING
04
Pelican kayaks are made with the twin sheet
thermoforming (TST) technology that shapes
the deck and hull and fuses them together
under extreme heat and pressure.
We also use our exclusive multi-layered
RAM-X or RAM-X Premium, which are
TM TM
lighter and higher density materials.
The result is a more rigid, more durable, impact resistant product than
those made with other technologies and low/medium density polyethylene.
TRANSPORTATION
05
You can transport your kayak with the carrying handles located at the front,
rear or center. Do not use the handles to fasten your kayak to your vehicle.
/ BY HAND: Carry the kayak by using the carrying handles.
If necessary, use a transport cart to help you with the transport.
/ BY VEHICLE: We recommend using a car top carrier to transport your
kayak by vehicle. Remove all accessories and put them into the vehicle
before leaving to avoid damaging or losing them.
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Tie down the kayak firmly on the vehicle or the trailer.
DO NOT overtighten the straps as this may result in pressure dings.
Use padded straps instead of non-padded nylon.
/ STRAPS: Make sure that your kayak is properly fastened on the roof
of your vehicle or on the trailer before starting your vehicle. Stop
shortly after starting your trip to double check that your kayak is
still properly fastened and that it has not moved. Always remember
to regularly check the straps to ensure they do not lose tension after
getting wet if you are traveling in bad weather.
PRELAUNCH CHECKLIST
06
/ Always wear a proper personal flotation device (PFD).
/ Always have an emergency safety kit on hand as required by
applicable laws (whistle, etc.)
/ Ensure to remove the hardware used to attach the kayak
during transport. Ensure the drain plug is firmly in place.
/ Ensure the length of your paddle is properly adjusted for your height.
LAUNCHING YOUR KAYAK
07
To board your kayak, put your foot in the center of the kayak
to ensure it remains stable.
MOORING/DOCKING
08
/ ALWAYS moor the kayak away from rocks and sharp objects.
/ ALWAYS moor in sufficiently deep water to avoid damaging the hull.
/ NEVER moor the kayak against a dock that is not equipped with
hull-protecting bumpers.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
09
Please note that the storage hatches on your kayak are not waterproof.
All water-sensitive items must be properly protected.