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- Page 1 OWNER’S SAFETY MANUAL For Customer Service or Technical Support visit www.walkerbay.com...
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Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity
Fax: 1 (312) 683-1877 email: info@walkerbay.com TYPE OF EQUIPMENT Inflatable Boat HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER HIN / CIN (Found on boat): US-EWV___________________ IMPORTER ®Walker Bay is a registered trade mark and/or service mark of Walker Bay Boats Inc. All rights reserved. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................3 INTRODUCTION ......................4 BOATING SAFETY SIGNS & SYMBOLS ................. 5 SPECIFICATIONS AND MAXIMUM CAPACITIES ............6 DESIGN CATEGORIES ....................7 FEATURES AND DECK PLANS ..................8 MATERIALS ....................... 9 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS .................. -
Page 4: Introduction
Always use trained and competent people for maintenance, fixing or modifications. Modifications that may affect the safety of the craft must be assessed, executed and documented by competent people. Walker Bay or its representative cannot be held responsible for modifications that Walker Bay® has not approved. Modifications or attachment of items to the hull or tube may affect your warranty (see LIMITED WARRANTY). -
Page 5: Boating Safety Signs & Symbols
REGISTRATION AND REGULATION REGISTER YOUR BOAT (USING YOUR MANUFACTURING STATEMENT OF ORIGIN OR MSO, AND YOUR HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER OR HIN) WITH YOUR STATE OR PROVINCE IF REQUIRED. REGULATIONS VARY BY JURISDICTION SO CONTACT YOUR LOCAL REGISTRATION OFFICE DIRECTLY. WARRANTY For information on the Limited Warranty and Extended Warranty coverage see the Limited Warranty in this manual. -
Page 6: Specifications And Maximum Capacities
SPECIFICATIONS* AND MAXIMUM CAPACITIES Safety Standards: ISO 6185 MODEL PART CATEGORY Generation 360 INFBWALKER001 Generation 400 A EWV 08 022 P Generation 450 A EWV 08 023 P Maximum Capacities: MODEL X 75 KG Generation 360 1321 0.25 Generation 400 1660 36.8 0.25... -
Page 7: Design Categories
WARNING Do not exceed maximum recommended number of persons and maximum recommended load. Regardless of number of persons on board, total weight of persons and equipment must not exceed maximum recommended load. Always use seat(s) / seating spaces provided. Always load craft carefully and distribute loads appropriately to maintain design trim (approxi- mately level). -
Page 8: Features And Deck Plans
YOUR BOAT - FEATURES AND DECK PLANS... -
Page 9: Materials
® ORCA CSM - Walker Bay uses the finest Hypalon® material available. Four layers of calendared sheets offer guaranteed air-tightness and optimal adhesion of rubbers. This combination of materials provides improved resistance against weathering, chemicals and abrasions. The tubes are bonded using a three-layer gluing process with all seams internally and externally butted for maximum reliability. -
Page 10: Operator Instructions
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Read Operator Instructions. Risk of drowning, injury or loss of life LOADING - BOARDING WARNING Do not exceed maximum recommended number of persons. Do not exceed maximum weight capacity. Regardless of number of persons on board, total weight of persons and equipment must not exceed maximum weight capacity. -
Page 11: Maintenance
TUBES - After use, rinse boat with mild liquid soap and fresh water, rinse away sand and debris. ® Apply 303 Aerospace Protectant at least once per season to protect tube from UV (ultra violet) rays. Walker Bay rec- ommends 303 because it is free of silicone oils, waxes, glycerin, or petroleum distillates unlike many other protectants. -
Page 12: Environment
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT - BE A CLEAN BOATER The practice of clean boating and good environmental stewardship make sense economically, for our family’s health and safety, for the environment, and for the future of recreational boating. Clean Boating includes all aspects of boat maintenance, operation, and housekeeping. -
Page 13: Storage
Use a boat cover or storage bag. Avoid unnecessary exposure of the tubes to direct sunlight. If a bag or ® cover is not provided with your boat, accessory covers are available. For information contact Walker Bay customer service. Do not store boat where it may come in contact with sharp or abrasive objects. -
Page 14: Safety Equipment
CAUTION Reduce speed in waves. Avoid excessive speeds and sharp turns in rough weather. Avoid rapid acceleration. Rapid acceleration can make operator or passengers fall overboard. Do not reverse quickly. Reversing quickly can cause swamping. MOTOR SELECTION WARNING Do not overpower. Do not use a motor with a higher horse power, or kilowatts than the capacity label states. -
Page 15: Checklist Before Operating
CAUTION (continuing from previous page) - flashlight - mobile phone - tow line(s) - tube repair kit - pump - bailer - oars/paddles *Note: Specific safety equipment is mandatory in some countries. Failure to carry safety equipment onboard could result in fines or other penalties. Crew should be familiar with use of all safety equipment and emergency maneuvering (re-boarding, towing, etc.). -
Page 16: Towing
WARNING (continuing from previous page) PERSON OVERBOARD PROCEDURE • Throw life jacket. • Come around into wind and waves. • Cut engine. RE-BOARDING WITHOUT CAPSIZE OR SWAMPING • Turn motor off for re-boarding. Do not approach transom or motor while motor is running. •... -
Page 17: Beaching
CAUTION Towing line should have minimum breaking strength equal to 4 times weight boat being towed. Fasten boat securely and observe continuously. Do not attach tow line to fixtures not intended for towing, such as handles. Avoid towing tender long distances. When traveling long distances or in rough weather stow boat on deck. Empty inflatable before towing. -
Page 18: Transporting By Road
TRANSPORTING BY ROAD WARNING Risk of automobile accident, injury or loss of life in case of loss of control of trailer or boat while driving. ROOF RACK • Do not attempt to use a roof rack to transport the Generation. TRAILER •... -
Page 19: Operation Of Valves
CHANGES IN PRESSURE - ALTITUDE CAUTION Changes in air temperature will affect air pressure in tubes. Monitor air pressure in tubes and adjust to maintain working pressure. Changes in elevation or altitude will affect air pressure. In case of changes of elevation or altitude, adjust air pressure in tubes and/or floor to maintain working pressure. -
Page 20: Navigation Lights
NAVIGATION LIGHTS The Generation is equipped with navigation lights. The side lights are installed at the center of the bow step. A green light is illuminated towards the port (left) side, and a red light is illuminated towards the starboard (right) side. A mast with a white light may be mounted to the transom (see FEATURE &... -
Page 21: Repairs
REPAIRS For repairs, parts, or service contact your local dealer or Walker Bay® customer service at: email: info@walkerbay.com GELCOAT REPAIR: Gelcoat gets chalked or faded over time if it is not taken care properly. And scratches or cuts could happen. - Page 22 BULKHEADS - TRANSOM CAUTION ® For large tears or repairs to seams, bulkheads or transom it is recommended that the boat be returned to Walker Bay ® or your dealer for repair by a trained professional. Contact Walker Bay customer service for return authorization, Repair...
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Page 23: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Buoyancy chamber loses - Tube valve is loose. - Tighten valve (see OPERATION OF VALVES). air: - There is a leak. - Repair leak (see REPAIRS). Boat does not get on - Motor is improperly trimmed. - Adjust motor trim (see MOTOR TRIM). -
Page 24: Warranty
Walker Bay ® Generation boat; 3.6. Damage caused by the installation or use of an accessory or parts not manufactured or sold by Walker Bay®; 3.7. Damage caused by alteration or removal of parts; 3.8. Incorrect towing and/or lifting;...
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