INNOVA 10240 Kayak Thaya Owner’s Manual
- June 16, 2024
- InnOVA
Table of Contents
- Important Information
- Dear Customer
- Table of Specifications
- Technical Description – See Picture 1
- Inflation Instructions
- Using the Boat
- Storage of the Boat – See Picture 4
- Treatment and Storage
- Guarantee Conditions
- Boat Repairs
- Product Disposal Method
- Packaging Disposal Method
- Manufacturer’s Label – legend of symbols used
- SAFETY CAUTION
- Customer Support
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
INNOVA 10240 Kayak Thaya
Important Information
- A recreational vessel designed for use on internal waterways with an expected wind strength reaching Grade 4 on the Beaufort Scale inclusive and a determining wave height of up to 0.3 metres inclusive, with occasional waves up to 0.5 metres of height caused e.g. by vessels passing by.
- The boat has been manufactured in compliance with the EN ISO 6185-1 Standard, Category IIIB.
- Related standards: EN ISO 10087, EN ISO 10240, EN ISO 14945.
Dear Customer
This manual will help you to easily and safely master your vessel.
It contains a detailed description of the vessel, the supplied or built-in
equipment, its sets as well as information about its control and maintenance.
Please read it carefully, thereby getting to know the boat before actually
using it.
If this is your first vessel or you have changed the type of vessel and do not
know this type well, please get acquainted with its maintenance and control
prior to your first individual use of the vessel so that it is safe and
comfortable. Your dealer or the National Yacht Federation or club will
recommend you appropriate training courses or qualified instructors.
Do not pull off until the expected sailing conditions (wind strength and wave
height) are appropriate for the construction category of your vessel and you
and your crew are able to control it in these conditions.
Please store this manual in a safe place and hand it over to the new owner
should you sell the vessel.
Table of Specifications
(indicative values)
| THAYA | |
|---|---|
| Length (cm) [ft./in.] | 410 [13/5] |
| Width (cm) [ft./in.] | 89 [2/11] |
| Number of air chambers | 3 + 2/4/6 + 2 |
| Side tube diameter (cm) [in.] | 22 [8.7] |
| Dimensions – packed in carry bag (cm) [in.] | 63 × 40 × 26 [25 × 16 × 10] |
| Outer dimensions of the carton (cm) [in.] | 70 × 47,5 × 32 [28 × 19 × 13] |
| Maximum operational pressure – Sidewall cylinder | 0,02 MPa [0,2 Bar/3 PSI] |
| – Bottom | 0,05 MPa [0,5 Bar/7,2 PSI] |
| Weight (kg) [lbs.] | 17,5 [39] |
| Load (kg) [lbs.] | 230 [507] |
| Maximum number of people | 2 + 1 Child |
| Draught (cm) [in.] | 15 [6] |
| The highest anchor above surface (cm) [in.] | 54 [21] |
Technical Description – See Picture 1
- Side barrel
- Bottom
- PUSH/PUSH valve – allows inflating/deflating, pressure regulation and measuring the pressure using a pressure gauge
- Manufacturer’s label
- Yellow “WARNING” label
- Inflatable seat
- Front footrest
- Rear footrest
- Board
- Safety rope
- Handle
- Drain hole
- Flexible rope with snap hooks
- Bracket for fastening the seat and footrest
- Bracket for fastening the seat
- Bracket for fastening the front footrest
- D-ring for fastening the backrest
- Backrest straps
- Flexible rope for fastening baggage
- Tracking fin bracket
- Screw valve for small chambers (seats, footrests, etc.)
- Plastic seat buckle
ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE KAYAK:
Transportation bag, compression belt for folded kayak, User’s Manual with Warranty Certificate, foam sponge in a mesh bag, gluing set containing glue, patches and valve adapter.
Inflation Instructions
Unfold and spread out the kayak. If you are going to use the tracking fin, plug it into the bottom bracket (20). Prior to assembly, inflate both seats and footrests. The method for using the valve (21) is shown in Figure 2. The Thaya kayak can be used in its single, double and triple version – Refer to Figure 1.
Single version:
Fasten the inflatable seat (6) in the bottom bracket (15).
Thread the seat backrest straps (18) through the D-rings (17) on the side
barrels. Thread the strap ends through the plastic seat buckle (22) – Refer to
Detail A.
Fasten the rear footrest (8) in the bracket (14). Thread the footrest strap
through the plastic buckle in the bottom and tighten it. For correct threading
of the strap through the buckle, refer to Detail B.
Double version:
Fasten the front inflatable seat (6) in the bottom bracket (14).
Fasten the rear inflatable seat (6) in the bottom bracket (15).
Thread the seat backrest straps (18) through the D-rings (17) on the side
barrels. Thread the strap ends through the plastic seat buckle (22) – Refer to
Detail A.
Fasten the front footrest (7) in the bottom bracket (16) under the front
board. Fasten the rear footrest (8) in the bottom bracket (14). Thread the
footrest strap through the plastic buckle in the bottom and tighten it. For
correct threading of the strap through the buckle, refer to Detail B.
Triple version:
Fasten the front footrest (6) in the bottom bracket (14). Fasten the central
and rear seats (6) in the bottom bracket (15).
Thread the seat backrest straps (18) through the D-rings (17) on the side
barrels. Thread the strap ends through the seat plastic buckle (22) – Refer to
Detail A.
Fasten the front footrest (7) under the front board in the bottom bracket
(16). Thread the footrest strap through the plastic buckle in the bottom and
tighten it. For correct threading of the strap through the buckle, refer to
Detail B
The oval-shaped fixture (14) has several positions for fixing the foot-rest
(8). The positions are numbered and correspond to different heights of
paddlers. Position No. 1 corresponds to a body height of (150–160) cm,
Position No. 2 corresponds to a body height of (160–170) cm, Position No. 3
corresponds to a body height of (170–180) cm and Position No. 4 corresponds to
a body height exceeding 180 cm.
Lace the foot-rest’s fastening strap (8) through the holes in the foot-rest
fixture (14) on the bottom. Proceed from the chosen position number through
all the holes up to the plastic buckle on the end of the fixture; lace the end
of the fastening strap through the buckle and tighten it – see Detail B.
Inflate the air chambers in the following order: sidewall cylinders (1) and
the bottom (2).
A foot pump or piston pump with a valve adapter is the best way of inflating
the craft (the valve adapter is included in the gluing set) – see Picture 2b.
Prior to inflating the canoe, check the valves. Set the valves to the closed
position. For how to use the valves – see Picture 2
Inflate the air chambers until they are firm but not completely stiff. The air
chambers should provide a feeling comparable to squeezing a ripe orange. You
can check the exact operating pressure by using a suitable pressure gauge
(optional accessory) – see Figure 2a.
The spanner for assembling the valves is an optional accessory – see Picture
2c
ATTENTION
The maximum operational pressure in air chambers is 0.02 MPa (sidewall
cylinder); 0.05 MPa (bottom). If the ambient temperature increases (e.g. owing
to sunlight), the pressure in the air chambers of the canoe can rise rapidly.
We recommend releasing some air from all air chambers of the canoe after
pulling it out of the water.
This will prevent possible destruction of the air chambers. However, do not
forget to continuously check air pressure in the chambers afterwards, too. A
corresponding reduction in operating pressure is up to 20% within 24 hours.
ATTENTION
When using the boat, always seal the valves with their valve caps. This will keep dirt out of the valves. Dirt can cause leaky valve seals.
Using the Boat
The Thaya kayak is designed for recreational use and water tourism.
Whenever the kayak is used on waterways, Waterway Traffic Rules should be
observed. Operation of the Thaya a inflatable canoe does not require any
licence provided the people who operate the canoe know the techniques of small
boat operation within the scope necessary for its operation, as well as the
valid navigation rules of the particular country.
The Thaya kayak can be used on still or gently flowing waters up to Difficulty
Grade WW 2. Use double-bladed kayak paddles with a length of approx. 210cm.
People travelling in the kayak should sit in their seats and wear flotation
life-jackets.
ATTENTION
Prior to every use of the boat, check whether it is necessary to observe any
special regulations, restrictions or rules connected with the river, surface
of water or area in which you aim to operate.
The boat is not designed to be towed behind motorboats, nor may it be
otherwise towed, dragged or in any way subject to unusual stress. Sharp edged
and pointed items carried in the boat must be safely wrapped.
Place all valuables into a waterproof container and fasten it to the boat.
Over time, sunlight adversely affects the rubber coating of the boat;
therefore, it is advisable to store the boat in shade each time after use.
CAUTION:
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On large surfaces of water (seas, lakes) pay attention to water currents and off-shore breezes. Currents and breezes may make it impossible to return to shore.
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The Thaya kayak should not be used in poor conditions, such as In reduced visibility (night, fog, rain).
Specifications of the WW 2 difficulty grade – moderately difficult: -
Irregular waves and riffles, medium rapids, small whirls and eddies, low vertical drops, small rapids in watercourse with heavy meandering or poor visibility
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Regular flow and low, regular waves, small rapids, simple obstacles, frequent meanders and fast current of water.
Subjective requirements for WW 2 white-water kayaking: -
Knowledge of all basic forward and backward strokes, steering and command of the boat. Ability to evaluate the difficulty of the stream and level height. Knowledge of simple rescue. Physical fitness for longer trips, swimming.
Technical equipment for WW 2: -
Agile, open boats (slalom types), boats with decking are more suitable; a life jacket with a minimum displacement of 7.5 kg
ATTENTION
Pay extra attention to your choice of flotation life-jacket.
The flotation life-jacket should have a tag bearing details of its flotation
capabilities and safety certification.
Storage of the Boat – See Picture 4
Open the valves and release the air from all the chambers.
Deflate the seats and the front foot-rest. Open the valves and release the air
from the main chambers.
The kayak can be deflated more quickly by rolling it in the direction of the
valves. No sharp objects should remain in the kayak. When deflated, lay out
the kayak in such manner that the bottom lies on the ground and the sidewall
cylinders are folded inwards. Then fold both sidewall cylinders to thirds over
the bottom of the kayak and then fold the kayak from the bow towards the
valves. Insert the folder kayak into the transportation bag. Expel the air
from the bag, roll up the insertion end and fasten it with clips.
Treatment and Storage
The rubber surface coating of the boat is sensitive to oils, gasoline,
toluene, acetone, kerosene and similar thinning agents.
Prior to storing a dirty boat, wash it down with warm soapy water. Rinse the
boat with fresh water after using the boat in seawater. It is recommended to
check the state of the inflation valves and the safety relief valves. If a
valve is not airtight, it is possible to unscrew the valve body from the boat
with the use of a special valve-key and clean its membrane with a strong jet
of water or compressed air. Prior to storage, it is recommended to rub the
surface of the canoe with an agent intended for the treatment of such
surfaces, which has cleaning properties, and which impregnates the material to
prevent further dirtying, or which is capable of forming a protective UV-
filter. Never use agents containing silicon when treating your boat. Store the
clean and dry product in a dark dry place at a temperature of (15 – 35) °C, at
least 1.5 m from any radiant heat source and out of the reach of rodents.
During long-term storage, it is recommended to inflate the boat for 24 hours
from time to time to avoid fatiguing the fold lines. It is also recommended to
have the boat serviced by the manufacturer’s authorized service station at
least once every two or three years.
Proper care and treatment of the boat will increase its service life.
Guarantee Conditions
The guarantee period is 24 months and is calculated from the date of sale.
The producer provides cost-free repairs or replacement of faulty components
for material faults or production faults.
The warranty does not cover damage to air chambers due to higher pressure than
the required operational pressure!!!
Boat Repairs
You can easily repair a damaged boat yourselves by means of the accompanying gluing set.
Gluing:
- mark out the damaged area on the boat and choose an appropriately sized patch;
- the surfaces of both patch and place to be glued must be clean, dry and without traces of old glue;
- we recommend degreasing both surfaces with acetone in order to achieve a perfect bond;
- spread a thin layer of glue on both surfaces to be glued and repeat this step once the first layer has dried;
- after the second layer has dried, press the patch firmly on the damaged place, weigh down or use a rolling pin on a flat surface
For minor repairs (punctures), it is possible to re-inflate the boat and continue using it after waiting for approx. 30 minutes; after more serious repairs, you should wait for 24 hours before using the repaired boat. Complicated repairs should be performed by the manufacturer or at authorized service stations.
Guarantee repairs and post-guarantee repairs are provided by the manufacturer:
GUMOTEX coating, s.r.o.
Mládežnická 3062/3a, 690 75 Břeclav
Czech Republic
Or in North America by INNOVA:
Innova Kayaks by GUMOTEX USA
1 Chestnut Street, Suite 222, Nashua, NH 03060, USA
Tel: 360-707-2855, E-mail:
info@innovakayak.com
Product Disposal Method
The product should be disposed of at municipal waste disposal sites.
Packaging Disposal Method
Cardboard – recycle as the indicated symbol directs.
PE bubble foil – recycle as the indicated symbol directs.
Manufacturer’s Label – legend of symbols used
Each boat is provided with its own Type Parameters Tag which displays the most important technical parameters. Please follow these values. Above all, do not overload the boat and maintain the recommended maximum pressures in the air chambers.
Explanation of the symbols used:
maximum operationally pressure
maximum number of people
maximum load
SAFETY CAUTION
Boating sports can be very dangerous and physically demanding. The user of this product must realise that boating sports activities can cause serious injuries or even death. When using this product, follow the safety standards specified below:
- Learn how to use this type of boat.
- Undergo certified first-aid training, obtain a first-aid kit and always carry rescue/safety equipment with you.
- Always use certified flotation life-jackets.
- Always wear an appropriate helmet if the specific conditions require it; wear proper clothes according to the specific weather conditions; cold water and/or cold weather can cause hypothermia.
- Prior to every use, check your equipment to make sure it is not damaged.
- Never use the boat on water alone.
- Never use the boat on rivers with apparently high water level.
- Pay attention to inspecting the water level, dangerous currents and weather changes; when on the sea, pay attention to changes in the incoming/outgoing tide.
- Inspect all unknown sections of rivers on which you want to use the boat; carry the boat over all places where it is necessary.
- Do not overestimate your abilities when on the water; be careful.
- Prior to setting off on the water, consult your state of health with your doctor.
- Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations concerning the use of this product.
- Prior to using this product, never drink any alcohol or use any drugs.
- If other boat accessories are available, use only the materials approved by the manufacturer.
- Prior to using this product, read the User’s Manual.
The user of this product must master basic boating skills and be aware of the risks related to this kind of sport.
The Guarantee Certificate is attached to this manual.
Customer Support
Innova Kayaks by Gumotex
European Inflatable Touring Kayaks
1 Chestnut Street, Suite 222, Nashua, NH 03060, USA
Tel.: 360-707-2855, E-mail:
info@innovakayak.com
www.innovakayak.com
References
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