Advanced Elements AE1040 User Manual

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AirFusion™ Inflatable Kayak Owner’s Manual

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.

Diagram of Inflation Chambers

3.4 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. Locate the valves for the two bottom side chambers. Make sure the valve body is screwed
in tightly. See Figure 1. Remove small cap and use the appropriate pump nozzle. If you
own an Advanced Elements pump you should have a screw on valve adaptor; if you do not
have this adaptor, you can obtain one by visiting our website at www. advancedelements.com.
This adaptor will attach to the valve; you must first press fit the adaptor to the valve and

OPERATING THE “TWIST” VALVES

TWIST TO OPEN / INFLATE / THEN CLOSE

TWIST VALVE

PUMP HOSE

INSERT

Chambers(2)

Boston Valve

Front Thwart

Chamber

Boston Valve

Rear Thwart

Chamber Boston

Valve

Coaming Chamber

Twist Valve