West Marine Advanced Frame 2 AE1007-WM Owner's Manual

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Advanced Frame 2™
Inflatable Kayak
Owner's Manual
MODEL AE1007-WM
PATENTED
1 OR 2 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

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  • Page 1 Advanced Frame 2™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual MODEL AE1007-WM PATENTED 1 OR 2 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.
  • 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

    1. CAUTION - SAFETY WARNING Users of this product agree by their use to accept the inherent risks involved in this paddlesports activity and agree to follow all instructions, cautions, and warnings carefully before using this Kayak. (PLEASE READ CAUTION STATEMENT CAREFULLY) CAUTION SAFETY WARNING PADDLESPORTS CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS AND PHYSICALLY DEMAND-...
  • Page 5: Boating Safety

    Advanced Frame 2™ 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.
  • Page 6: Specification

    2. SPECIFICATION Dimensions: Length: 15’ Width: 34” Weight: 56 lbs (25 kg) Max. Person Capacity: 500 lbs (227 kg) Max. Persons & Gear Capacity: 550 lbs (249 kg) Recommended Pressure: Main chambers: 2.0 psi (0.14 bar) Floor chamber: 1.0 psi (0.07 bar) 2.1 Capacity The person/load capacity is determined by the availability of proper seating on the kayak.
  • Page 7: Assembly/Inflating/Deflation Instruction

    Advanced Frame 2™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual NOTE: Product graphics may vary by model. OPTIONAL DECKS: Attach the optional Single Deck or Double Deck kit (sold separately) to create a closed deck kayak with the option for using a spray skirt. Three seating positions allow for maximum versatility. Single Double 3.
  • Page 8: Understanding Your Valves

    1. Your AdvancedFrame™ kayak comes from the factory pre-assembled however should you take it apart you will need to insert the aluminum Bow Rib and the Stern Rib into the webbing slots on the cover of the AdvancedFrame™ tube (while deflated). 2.
  • Page 9: Inflating

    Advanced Frame 2™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual To begin inflating your kayak, you will need a Bellows Foot Pump or a Double Action Hand Pump. Never use compressors, CO2 or compressed air as they may damage your kayak. Diagram of Inflation Chambers 3.3 Inflating IMPORTANT: Before inflating, check to be sure that the kayak is completely assembled.
  • Page 10: Over Inflation

    Figure 3. Plastic Bow and Stern Insert 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.
  • Page 11: Folding

    Advanced Frame 2™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual 3.6 Folding NOTICE: Reverse your pump to completely deflate all chambers. 1. Completely deflate all air chambers, thoroughly dry kayak and remove the seat. Reversing your pump to pump out all the remaining air will make folding easier. 2.
  • Page 12: Guidelines For Usage

    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 13: Repairs

    Advanced Frame 2™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual NEVER unzip the chamber cover when the kayak is inflated. Be sure to rinse your kayak with fresh water after every use in salt water and allow it to dry thoroughly before storing. Use a dry towel to wipe up all moisture. It should be deflated and kept out of direct sunlight when stored.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    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. Push the plunger in and rotate counter-clockwise.
  • Page 15 PADDLING NOTES: It is alway a good idea to keep nots 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...
  • Page 16 NOTES:...
  • 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 said manufacturer, has been transferred this _________day of _____________________, 20_________on Invoice# _________________to: Owner’s/Dealer’s Name_____________________________________________________________...
  • 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: Advanced Frame 2™ Kayak M odel Number (s): A E1007-WM 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 using the relevant section of the following EU standards and other normative...
  • Page 19: Warranty And Registration

    LIMITED WARRANTY Advanced Elements, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Products that prove to be defective under conditions of normal and proper use during the warranty period because of defective workmanship or faulty material will be replaced or repaired without charge.
  • Page 20 IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING. AFTER READING THIS MANUAL, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 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.

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