Advanced Elements AE1012 - Manual (Page 9)

AdvancedFrame™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual
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Using the NEW “Screw-on” Spring Valve Adaptor:
The screw-on Spring Valve Adaptor was designed to enable the pump hose to securely connect to
the Advanced Elements Spring Valve without falling off during inflation, making inflation easier.
The valve adaptor also has a semi-circle protrusion that depresses the valve stem, opening the
valve slightly to allow pumps with pressure gauges to take a constant reading. When inflating
the kayak using the Spring Valve Adaptor, the valve should be in the inflate position.
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
attachment style at the end of the pump hose to be sure it will fit.
Figure 1. Inflate/Deflate Spring Valve
OPERATING THE “TWIST” VALVES
TWIST TO OPEN / INFLATE / THEN CLOSE
TWIST VALVE
PUMP HOSE
INSERT
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Figure 2. Inflate/Deflate Twist Valve
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.