Bestway 65146E Hydro-Force Wayfarer Inflatable Packraft Set 6’10” Owner’s Manual

Bestway 65146E Hydro-Force Wayfarer Inflatable Packraft Set 6’10” Owner’s

Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

WARNING: To avoid damage to the boat and injury to passengers, please don’t exceed the data given on the builder’s plate

Item| Inflated Size| Recommended Working Pressure| Maximum Load Capacity| Maximum Number of Persons| Dry Weight
---|---|---|---|---|---
65146E| 6 ft. 10 in. x 40 in.

( 2.10 m x 1.01 m)

| 0.14 bar (2 psi) /

0.1 bar (1.5 psi)

| 308 Ibs. (140 kg)| 1 adult| 17.1 lbs. (7.8 kg)

The boats are designed and manufactured in conformity with ABYC H-29.
Boat Design Category -“SHELTERED WATERS”: Designed for voyages on sheltered coastal waters, small bays, small lakes, rivers and canals when conditions up to, and
including, wind force 4 and significant wave heights up to, and including, 0.3 m may be experienced, with occasional waves of 0.5 m maximum height, for example from passing vessels.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Follow all the Safety and Operating Instructions. If you don’t follow these instructions, it may cause the boat to overturn or explode and result in drowning.

1. Do not exceed the maximum recommended number of persons. Regardless of the number of persons on board, the total weight of persons and equipment must never exceed the maximum recommended load. Always use the seats/seating spaces
2. When loading the craft, never exceed the maximum recommended load: Always load the craft carefully and distribute loads appropriately to maintain design trim (approximately level). Avoid placing heavy weights high

NOTE: The maximum recommended load includes the weight of all persons onboard, all provisions and personal effects, any equipment not included in the light craft mass, cargo (if any) and all consumable liquids (water, fuel, etc.).

1. When using the boat, life saving devices such as life jackets and buoys should be pre-inspected and used at all
2. Before every use, carefully inspect all boat components including air-chambers, grab ropes and air valves, to ensure everything is in good condition and tightly If you find any damage, please stop to repair it.
3. Buckets, water scoops and air pumps should always be available in case of air leakage or if the boat takes on
4. When the boat is in motion, all passengers must remain seated at all times to avoid falling Keep the boat balanced. Uneven distribution of persons or load in the boat may cause the boat to overturn and result in drowning.
5. Use the craft in sheltered water, up to 300 m (984 feet). Be careful with natural factors such as wind, tide waters and tidal

BE AWARE OF OFFSHORE WINDS AND CURRENTS. ALWAYS WEAR A LIFE JACKET!

6. If one chamber is punctured when the boat is in the water, it may be necessary to fully inflate the other air chamber to prevent the boat from
7. Be careful when landing on the shore. Sharp and rough objects such as rocks, cement, shells, glass, may puncture the boat. To avoid damage, do not drag the boat on rough surfaces.
8. The boat is intended for beach use, short-time and short-distance
9. Be aware of the potential harmful effects of liquids such as battery acid, oil or The liquids may damage your boat.
10. Inflate according to the numbered air chamber and rated pressure of the boat, or it will cause over-inflation and potential and boat explosion. Exceeding the data given on the capacity plate may cause the craft to be damaged, overturn and lead to
11. Know how to operate a boat. Check in your local area for information and/or training as needed. Inform yourself about local regulations and dangers related to boating and/or other water
12. The operator of a vessel is responsible for the maintenance and safe conduct of the vessel and the safety of
13. Prohibit the product misuse, such as, but not limited to: (a) riding seat back, gunwale, or other unsafe position, (b) failure to use handhold, (c) overloading or improper loading, (d) excessive speed for the operating conditions, (e) using a boat in weather or sea conditions beyond the skill or experience of the operator, (f) continued operation with operator’s visibility blocked or impaired (g) operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and/or (h)
14. Boat operation where the boat operator or occupants are not under the influence of drugs and/or
15. Knowledge of federal, state, and/or local regulations concerning operation requirement, including: (a) discharge of oil, (b) solid waste disposal (Marpol Treaty), (c) marine sanitation, (d) speed, (e) noise, and (f) wake
16. Knowledge of accident reporting
17. The owner of operator of a vessel is required by law to render assistance to any individual or vessel in distress, as long as his vessel is not endangered in the
18. S.Coast Guard Infoline: (800)368-5647. Web site: www.uscgboating.org

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLING OF THE BOAT

NEVER USE HIGH PRESSURE AIR TO INFLATE INFLATABLES. THIS CAN DAMAGE

YOUR PRODUCT.

1. Spread out the Packraft and Inflatable Floor on level

• Inflate to the recommended working pressure. Load Inflatable Floor into the

• Inflate the air chambers with a HAND air pump. An inflation scale is provided with the Inflate the product until the printed scale is charged up to the same level as that of the supplied scale. (refer the belowing Table and Illustration)

CAUTION: Under and over-inflation of the boat will result in safety hazards. It is better to check the pressure of the boat each time before using. If you use other pressure gauge, the boat pressure should not be more than the data given on the builder’s plate.

• Never stand on or rest objects on the boat during inflation.
• Inflate bottom chamber and other accessories such as seat until it is stiff to the touch but NOT hard.
• Extended exposure to sun can shorten the lifespan of your boat. We suggest not leaving boats in direct sunlight for more than 1 hour after use.

Item

|

Product Inflated Size

|

Printed Scale

---|---|---

Deflated Size

| Inflated Size Chamber 1| Inflated Size Chamber 2| Inflated Size Chamber 3| Inflated Size Chamber 4

65146E

| 6 ft. 10 in. x 40 in.

( 2.10 m x 1.01 m)

|

10 cm / 5 cm

|

10.7 cm

|

10.3 cm

|

5.1 cm

|

5.1 cm

STORAGE

1. Keep all accessories for future use.

2. Carefully clean the boat using a mild soap with clean water.
   NOTE: Do not use acetone, acid, and/or alkaline solutions.

3. Use a cloth to gently dry all surfaces.
   NOTE: Do not dry the product in direct sunlight. Also, never dry with equipment such as electric blowers. Doing so will cause damage and shorten the boat’s life span.

4. Deflate the hull chambers. Deflate all the hull chambers at the same time so theair-pressure drops together. This will prevent damage from occurring to the boat inner structures. Next deflate the floor
   and seat.

5. Fold the boat from front to back to remove additional air. You can also use a pump to drain any remaining air.

REPAIR

1. If there is a small puncture, repair it according to the instruction on repair patch.
2.  If the hole is too big to be repaired with the provided patch, purchase a Bestway
   repair kit or send the boat to a speciality shop to make the repair.

REGISTRATION

If you need to register your boat, please have the boat Hull Identification Number and model name ready and then visit bestwaycorp.com/support to obtain your Certificate of Origin, or you can send e-mail to service@bestwaycorp.us for the Certificate of Origin.
The HIN is located on the starboard outboard side of the hull and near the stern.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT OVER TO
THE NEW OWNER WHEN YOU SELL THE CRAFT

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