West Marine Inflatable Boats Owner's Manual page 8

conditions unless a correct navigational lighting has been fitted and is operating
properly.
11. Safety courses on boat handling are available in most countries from national
or local organisations. Operators should acquaint themselves with the general rules
of the waterways and the local water conditions before taking a boat out.
12. On extended voyages due consideration must be given to safety equipment
such as flares, first aid kit, anchors, etc.
Aspects of environment protection
In case of oil and fuel leakage, or in polluted or dirty waters, clean or recuperate
the waste in a manner appropriate to the local environment. Excessive noise and
exhaust emission should be avoided. Particular care should be used in the disposal
of residues, e.g. of paint, paint removing substances or other cleansing agents.
INFLATION - DEFLATION
1. Inflate the boat with the foot pump supplied.
NOTE : When using a foot pump, the boat can never be over-inflated. If using an
electric inflator, finish the inflation procedure with the pump supplied to obtain the
correct inflation pressure.
2. The maximum inflation pressure is3.6 psi or 0.25 bar for the boat and 5 psi or
0.35 bar for the keel and 11.6 psi or 0.80 bar for the HP-VEE models. Depending
on climate and operating conditions, the pressure may require monitoring during
boat use to maintain a correct inflation level.
3. A boat inflated for 2 to 3 days may lose pressure and require re-inflation to
correct operating pressure.
WARNING : DO NOT use a compressed air source (i.e. compressor) to inflate
the boat. Over-inflation may result in ruptured seams and/or bulkheads.
4. When inflating, maintain a balance of air between air chambers to prevent
damage to air chamber bulkheads.
LOADING
1. DO NOT EXCEED THE WEIGHT CARRYING CAPACITY INDICATED
ON THE BOAT IDENTIFICATION PLATE.
2. Each person in the boat should wear a life jacket (personal flotation device).
3. Oars or paddles, and a repair kit should be carried on board for emergencies.
4. All loads placed in the boat should be distributed evenly for proper boat trim.
OPERATION : ROWING
1. Inflatable boats are equipped with oars and oarlocks; certain models also come
with a rowing-seat as standard. Ensure seat is properly installed.
2. Install oars in oar lock pins, attach oar lock pin cap screws.
NOTE : DO NOT use oars as levers : they could break !