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- Page 1 AdvancedFrame™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual MODEL AE1012 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. 2011 REV 11-2010...
- 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 tech- nology”. Our kayaks incorporate many different materials and components 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 ..............6 3. Assembly/Inflating/Deflation Instruction ....7 3.1 Assembly ............... 7 3.2 Understanding Your Valves........ 8 3.3 Inflating ..............10 3.4 Over Inflation ............ -
Page 4: Caution/Safety
· READ OWNER’S INFORMATION PACKET PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT. THE USER OF THIS PRODUCT ACKNOWLEDGES BOTH AN UNDERSTANDING AND AN ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK INVOLVED IN PADDLESPORTS. ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC. TOLL FREE 866-262-9076 Please read this entire manual for additional safety information. Please pay close attention to items... -
Page 5: Boating Safety
AdvancedFrame™ 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. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will DANGER result in death or serious injury or... -
Page 6: Specification
PERSON OR 235 LBS. 300 LBS PERSON, GEAR PRESSURE = 2.0 psi (main chambers) MANUFACTURER: ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC. CONCORD, CA USA 94524 MODEL AE1012 - ADVANCEDFRAME™ KAYAK THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH NMMA STANDARDS OF EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURES ASSN. -
Page 7: Assembly/Inflating/Deflation Instruction
AdvancedFrame™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual 3. ASSEMBLY/INFLATING/DEFLATION INSTRUCTION The AdvancedFrame™ Kayak has a rigid frame in the bow and stern that enhances its performance. 3.1 Assembly The illustration below shows the general assembly of the kayak. Your kayak comes from the factory pre-assembled. -
Page 8: Understanding Your Valves
4. Attach the adjustable backrest to the AdvancedFrame™ side tubes by fastening buckles. 3.2 Understanding Your Valves Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame™ 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. - Page 9 Special Note: The Spring Valve Adaptor comes with all current Advanced Elements pumps, with the exception of the 12v inflator, and will attach to any Advanced Elements pump that does not have the adaptor already included, with the exception of the 12v inflator. The Spring Valve Adaptor will also attach to some other manufacturer’s pumps, but you must check the...
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Page 10: Inflating
Diagram of Inflation Chambers 3.3 Inflating IMPORTANT: Before inflating, check to be sure that the kayak is completely assembled. Inflate your kayak in the following order. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to your kayak. Do not over inflate. 1. -
Page 11: Over Inflation
AdvancedFrame™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual Figure 3. Plastic Bow and Stern Insert INFLATION TIPS Use either a bellows style foot pump or two-way hand pump to inflate 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 12: Folding
3.6 Folding NOTICE: Reverse your pump to completely deflate all chambers. 1. Completely deflate all air chambers and thoroughly dry kayak and remove the seat reversing your pump to pump out all the remaining air will make folding easier. 2. Remove plastic Bow and Stern forms and seat then lay kayak out flat. 3. -
Page 13: Proper Care And Storage
AdvancedFrame™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual ALWAYS practice safety and take the time to learn about the area where you are paddling. Get official information about the local tides and currents before paddling there. Be careful that you do not over estimate your strength, your endurance or your skill. Be careful never to under estimate weather conditions. -
Page 14: Repairing Pinholes
6.2 Repairing Pinholes 1. Inflate the PVC tube. Locate the pinhole by sponging soapy water over the tube until you see air bubbles. Mark the location of the pinhole. 2. Deflate the tube and dry the affected area. Apply a drop of glue to the pinhole 3. - Page 15 AdvancedFrame™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual SOLUTION PROBLEM There will almost always be a little water in the kayak. One reason is the Water in the kayak. water drips off of the paddle and into the kayak. Another is some will puddle up on the deck and leak through the zipper.
- Page 16 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...
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Page 17: Statement Of Origin
Note: If your state requires the licensing of this boat, please use the form below. If you need any assistance filling out this form, please contact Advanced Elements Customer Service Department. MANUFACTURER’S STATEMENT OF ORIGIN FOR A VESSEL SOLD IN THE STATE OF_____________________________________... -
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: AdvancedFrame™ Kayak M odel Number (s): AE1012... -
Page 19: Warranty And Registration
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...