GUMOTEX 410 Inflatable Kayak Waves Overseas User Manual

GUMOTEX 410 Inflatable Kayak Waves Overseas User Manual

• 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

| THAYA
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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 x 40 x 26 [25 x 16 x 10]
Outer dimension of the carton (cm) [in.]| 70 x 47.5 x 32 [28 x 19 x 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

1. Side barrel
2. Bottom
3. PUSH/PUSH valve – allows inflating/deflating, pressure regulation and measuring the pressure using a pressure gauge
4. Manufacturer’s label
5. Yellow “WARNING” label
6. Inflatable seat
7. Front footrest
8. Rear footrest
9. Board
10. Safety rope
11. Handle
12. Drain hole
13. Flexible rope with snap hooks
14. Bracket for fastening the seat and footrest
15. Bracket for fastening the seat
16. Bracket for fastening the front footrest
17. D-ring for fastening the backrest
18. Backrest straps
19. Flexible rope for fastening baggage
20. Tracking fin bracket
21. Screw valve for small chambers (seats, footrests, etc.)
22. Plastic seat buckle

ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE KAYAK:

Transportation bag, compression belt for folded kayak, User’s Manual, foam sponge in a mesh bag, gluing set containing glue, patches and valve adapter, metal key for valves.

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, 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, 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, refer to 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. Tighten the valves with the assembly key – see Fig. 2c. 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.

ATTENTION

ATTENTION

The maximum operational pressure in air chambers is 0.02 MPa (0.2 Bar/3 PSI) (sidewall cylinder); 0.05 MPa (0.5 Bar/7.2 PSI) (bottom). If the ambient temperature increases (e.g. owing to sunlight), the pressure in the air chambers of the boat 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 cancause 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 kayak does not require any licence provided the people who operate the kayak 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. This is only a recommended use, it always depends on the specific abilities of the user! Use double-bladed kayak paddles with a length of approx. 210 cm / 83 in. People travelling in the kayak should sit in their seats and wear flotation life- jackets. The manufacturer recommends using the boat in sufficient water condition (see Control table – draught).

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 intended for towing a motor boat, it must not be slipped or otherwise excessively stressed. In case of emergency, use the handle to at bow of the boat to tow. 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:

• 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.
• 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
• Regular flow and low, regular waves, small rapids, simple obstacles, frequent meanders and fast current of water.

ATTENTION

Pay extra attention to your choice of flotation lifejacket. The flotation life-jacket should have a tag bearing details of its flotation capabilities and safety certification.

Storage of the Boat

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 boat 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 / (59 – 95) °F, at least 210 cm / 83 in. from any radiant heat source and out of the reach of rodents. During longterm 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 reinflate 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 02 Břeclav
Czech Republic

Product Disposal Method

The boat rudder is disposed of at municipal landfills or using the best available technology. Recycle the user´s manual or dispose of it with municipal waste.

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 operational 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 at tention 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.

References

• Gumotex boats | Gumotexboats.com
• Gumotex boats | Gumotexboats.com

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