WRS INTERNATIONAL 2011 Inflatable Rescue Products User Manual

WRS INTERNATIONAL 2011 Inflatable Rescue Products

CAUTIONS

1. Because of the legal system, we are required to warn you that the use of this product can result in injury or death. Use of this product is at your own risk, and only after reading and understanding all information contained in this manual. Use of this product is not recommended for individuals that have not been instructed in its proper use. WRS International offers an equipment training service contact us for details.
2. Do not over-inflate. Do not allow your inflatable to stand in direct sunlight when out of the water as this can cause the expansion to the point of seam of fabric damage or bursting. Partially deflate to allow for heat expansion if your inflatable is to be left out of the water for more than just a few minutes.
3. Tighten your air valves snugly before you use your boat for the first time. Folding, packing, and transporting can easily loosen the valves. A valve tool is provided in your repair kit.
4. Caution needs to be taken in transporting your boat. Vibration and friction against something rough or sharp can wear a hole, so always wrap your boat in a heavy tarp or bag when transporting it.
5. For the safety of the users, they should become familiar with the generic risk assessment for the use of this rescue product.

WARRANTY

WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
You can register your product online: www.wrsinternational.com/pages/product- warranty. Only after you have successfully completed this registration, you will be able to process a warranty claim in case of a manufacturing defect.

We “WRS International B.V” shall warrant the new products, accessories and parts manufactured and/or supplied by: WRS International BV.

To be free from defects in material and workmanship

1. This Warranty Period for the Products is counted from the invoice date and is specified hereunder.
   • The base of fabrics: Three (3) years
   • Seam constructions: Two (2) years
   • Workmanship, accessories & parts : One (1) year
2. The owner’s registration form is the only valid registration identification. If any Products are found to be defective, the Customer shall return to the distributor or WRS International B.V for inspection and/or repair as required, with a copy of the registration form.
3. WRS International B.V obligation under this warranty shall be limited to, at its option, either repair or replace the same without charge or provide a credit or refund based on the original price, or less a reasonable amount for actual use. Except as expressly agreed between both Parties, Customer must return Products for repair at its own expense. The return transportation of the repaired or replaced Products from WRS International B.V to the destination by the Customer shall be paid by WRS International B.V.
4. Since this warranty applies to defects in material and workmanship, it does not apply to normal wear tear of fabric or other finishes or to damage caused by:
   • Neglect, lack of preventive care, modification, accident, abnormal operation, unauthorized repairs, use in a manner not un accordance with applicable Specifications, and racing competition.
   • Use of any accessories or parts not manufactured or supplied by WRS International B.V, or All incidental and consequential damages are excluded from this warranty and the implied warranty is limited to the life of the Warranty.
5. The use of high-pressure air pumps to inflate the rescue boat may result in over-inflation and damage of the boat due. Damage caused by over-inflation is not covered by our warranty.

Care & maintenance

INFLATION

PLEASE READ BEFORE INFLATING YOUR BOAT

1. You may inflate your boat using a hand or foot pump, aelectric air pump or Compressed Air (Pressure Release Valves must be fitted and in working order)

2. Unfold the inflatable, and spread it out on a flat surface.

3. Remove the cap on the top of the valve. The stem in the center of the valve has two positions. To inflate the boat, the stem must be in the “UP” position, and to deflate, the stem must be in the “DOWN” position. To change positions, press the valve stem is down with your thumb and turn. When the stem is in the “UP” posi-tion for inflation, the air cannot escape through the valve.

4. Now, with your choice of air inflation pump, you are ready to inflate your boat. The Rescue boat has more than one air chamber.
   NEVER INFLATE ONE CHAMBER OF YOUR BOAT TO THE FULL PRESSURE.
   Always inflate all the chambers evenly, 1/3 at a time, working up to the recommended PSI, marked on the boat. This is very important to keep from damaging baffles or bulkheads.

5. The following sequence for inflation is recommended:

   • Inflate the main tubes of your boat to about two-thirds pressure as described in item #4 under “inflation”. Ă Inflate the floor to about one-half pressure.
   • Then finish inflating the main tubes up to the required PSI. (Release valves should not be relied upon for correct pressure)
   • Finish inflating the floor. Be careful not to put too much air in the floor. Air release valves (optional) are installed in the floors to help prevent over-inflation. Each year it is a good practice to unscrew the air release valve, and clean it out, to be sure it is operating properly. Clean thoroughly with soap and water, and air pressure.

6. Remember, the hot, direct sunlight will rapidly increase the PSI of your boat. This can happen in only minutes and can cause structural damage. Here is a good rule to follow – when your craft is inflated, always keep it in the water. Never leave it out of the water in the hot sun (on the ground, rocks, sand, or on a trailer) unless you deflate your boat to about one-half pressure, as the heat of the sun increases the pressure very rapidly.

DEFLATION

1. Begin by defeating all the body chambers evenly. By going around the boat, and releasing one-third of the air from each chamber at a time, you are protecting the bulkheads in the main chambers of your boat. The easiest way to do this is by pressing the center stem of the valve in, but not turning it.
2. After one-third of the air is out of each chamber in the main tubes of your boat, you can then lock the valve.

FOLDING & TRANSPORTATION
Fold the side tubes to the middle of the boat. Roll forward. This helps to get the air out. Be sure all valves are in the open position. Continue rolling forward as compactly as possible. Secure with a strap for easy transportation. Be sure to protect your boat from rubbing against hard or sharp objects during transportation in a WRS Pro Bag is advised as friction can wear a hole through the material.

MAKING TEMPORARY REPAIRS

1. Included with each new inflatable boat is a repair kit containing a tube of one part glue, a small piece of fabric the same color as your boat, and a valve tool.
2. This glue is ONLY for temporary patches such as an emergency repair of an air leak, due to a puncture of an air chamber.
3. Use the following steps for temporary repairs:
   • Cut a patch from the fabric (in your repair kit) about one inch larger than the hole.
   • Clean the patch and the area to be patched with MEK (methyl ethyl ketone).
   • Apply a thin layer of glue from your repair kit on the area to be patched on the boat and on one side of the patch. (Make sure not to put glue beyond the area to be covered with the patch.)
   • Let glue dry for about 15 minutes or until no longer tacky. Then apply a second coat of glue to both the patch and the area on the boat to be repaired. This time, just wait until the glue is almost dry, but still a little tacky. Place a patch on the damaged area. Press out all air bubbles and roll the patch firmly.
4. Let dry for 20 minutes before continuing on your float trip.

Remember, this is only a temporary “on river” repair. After returning home, your boat needs to be re-patched bya qualified repair person. It is always a good idea to carry some high-quality duct tape with you on the river, as it can be used to stop small leaks.

References

• WRS International - Water Rescue Equipment and Inflatables
• Product Warranty – WRS International

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