Crivit 2-PERSONEN-KAJAK - Manual (Page 34)

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This is particularly important when
inflating the five air chambers because
incorrect pressure distribution can lead
to kayak instability and to the interfe-
rence of its handling characteristics.
1 . Select a smooth, clean surface with sufficient
space to unpack and unfold the kayak .
Make sure that all of the individual parts are
present and in a flawless state .
2 . From the second assembly onwards, the kayak
should be checked for possible damage .
Inspect for holes and tears, and seal any that
you find, as described later . You cannot repair
any damage once you are afloat .
Assembling the double
paddle (Fig. E )
Note:
The paddle can be converted into a single blade
paddle by removing the paddle centre section
for when 2 occupants are present .
• First push both drip-rings over both ends of
the paddle tubes so that they sit below the
push button on the taper of the pipe . Then
connect both paddle tubes with the centre
section so that both push buttons engage
audibly and visibly .
Assembling the Screw Valve
(Fig. F )
The upper side chambers of the kayak /
are each equipped with a threaded opening for
the attached screw valve .
Pull the loop of the valve over the threaded
opening so that it is firmly placed in the
groove intended for it . This process requires
sensitivity and patience, however, this must be
carried out carefully so that there is no chance of
the valve coming free of the opening later on .
Now turn the base firmly in a clockwise
direction into the threaded opening .
Inflating
WARNING!
• Follow these directions in the correct,
consecutive order when inflating the air
chambers .
• The recommended operating pressure is 0 .05
bar (= 50 mbar = 0 .73 psi) .
• Avoid excessive inflating of the air chambers
to prevent the danger of the material
stretching or the seams tearing .
• Use a standard foot pump for inflating the
article or a double stroke piston pump with the
corresponding connection and a manometer if
necessary .
• Do not use a compressor or a compressed
air bottle to inflate the article because this can
cause article damage .
• Always completely inflate all of the air
chambers .
Inflation Sequence (Fig. G )
Inflate the air chambers in the following
sequence:
1. Floor chamber with stopper
valve
2. Lower side chamber with stopper
valve
3. Upper side chamber with screw
valve
4. Lower side chamber with stopper
valve
5. Upper side chamber with screw
valve
= as marked on the boat
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