Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame AE1007 - INFLATING, DEFLATING, AND FOLDING PROCEDURES; 3.3 Inflating Your Kayak

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Diagram of Ination Chambers
3.3 Inating
IMPORTANT: Before inating, check to be sure that the kayak is completely assembled. Inate
your kayak in the following order. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to
your kayak. Do not over inate.
1. Partially inate chamber 1 until the kayak begins to ll out or appears to be half way inated
then close cap. Check to be sure the valve is in the inate position (See Figure 1).
2. Proceed to chamber 2. Inate chamber 2 until AdvancedFrame™ tube is rm to touch. Close
closed caps on chambers 1 and 2 tightly. Chamber 1 and 2 are separate chambers but
equalize in pressure because they are inside a fabric cover. Ideally you want to put half of the
air in chamber 1 and half in chamber 2. That way if you suddenly lose pressure in one
chamber you should have another chamber as a safety.
3. Inate chamber 3 “oor” (using proper hose ing). Twist valve open to inate and twist
closed when complete (Figure 2). Fill with air until rm (1 psi ONLY). CAUTION: Do not
over inate!
4. Inate thwart/foot brace (chamber 4) until rm (1 psi ONLY). Aach to Velcro on side tubes.
This chamber can be moved forward or backward when paddling solo.
5. Inate chambers 5 and 6 for desired deck li.
6. Make sure all valves are closed tightly and properly.
7. Finally, Insert Plastic Bow and Stern forms into pocket on bow and stern (Figure 3).