Important Warning; Inflating The Kayak - JILONG PATHFINDER I SERIES Bedienungsanleitung

IMPORTANT WARNING

To enhance the enjoyment of your kayak and protect the safety of passengers and operator
using the kayak, always strictly observe the following safety warning:
- This is not a life saving device. Use only under competent supervision. Never allow diving
into this product. Never leave in or near the water when not in use. Never tow from any
vehicle. Adult assembly and operation required.
- Adults should inflate the chambers in numbered. Excessive inflating the kayak can cause the
chambers to burst or cause damage to the welded seams.
- Taking the kayaking safety course and get hands-on training from your kayak dealer or local
kayaking authorities. Review all safety requirements regularly. Never navigate alone.
- A personal Flotation Device (PFD) is required for each passenger. It is especially important
that children and non-swimmers wear a personal flotation device at all times. Children and
non-swimmers need special instruction in the use of PFD.
- Be careful when stepping or climbing aboard the kayak. Step into the center of the kayak
for maximum stability. Distribute the weight of passengers, gear, tackle box and accessories
evenly so that the kayak sits even front to back and side and to side.
- Do not use your kayak if you suspect a puncture or leak. It might be unsafe.
- Beware of offshore winds and under-currents. These could be unsafe conditions.
- Follow these rules to avoid drowning, paralysis or other serious injuries.
- WARNING: It is the responsibility of the kayak operator to identify and obey all local and
state laws pertaining to kayak safety and required safety equipment. Please consult your local
authorities to ensure compliance.
- Do not allow unattended children in the kayak. Always make sure that at least one
responsible adult is supervising all children and those who don't know how to swim at all
times.
- Always maintain the proper kayak safety equipment in an easily accessible place in your
kayak. Indicate clearly emergency phone numbers as well as safety advisories and rules (such
as "No jumping or Diving")
- The total number of persons and total weight shall not exceed the information printed on
the kayak. Do not exceed the maximum recommended capacities. Overloading violates
regulations.
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INFLATING THE KAYAK

- Select a clean area free of stones, gravel, sticks or other sharp objects.
- Unfold the kayak that it's laid out flat and locate your pump.
- Use a hand or foot operated air pump to inflate the kayak. Do not use high-pressure air
compressors. It's very important to follow the numbered sequence: failure to do so will
result in an improperly inflated kayak. Fill each chamber until it is stiff.
Inflate the screw valve:
1) Fix the big ring of valve 2) Screw the middle part
cap on the base of valve cap on the base
and then inflating
Inflate and use the footrest:
1) Inflate the footrest to full 2) Insert the footrest into
the front cabin of the
kayak
If the kayak is inflated during cold weather or without direct sunlight on the tubes, care
must be taken not to over-inflate the tubes. As the air inside the tubes heats up due to
temperature rises or sunshine, the pressure will increase. The kayak is not fitted with a
safety valve, so the pressure must be monitored at all times.
Caution: Do not over inflate, or use a high-pressure pump!
Assembly of the oar
Take an oar Coupler (C) and unscrew a few turns each of the two screw collars. Then take
an oar blade (A) and the shaft (B) inset into the coupler and tighten up the screw collars.
Repeat the same steps to assemble the other side of oar. Please see below illustration:
A: Oar Blade B: Shaft
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3) Screw the small cap of
valve tightened
3) Prop up the footrest
when paddling
C: Coupler