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Materials list:

• 1floattubecover/shell

• 2flotationbladders

• 2foaminsertsforseat

• 1meshstrippingapronwithspreaderbarsleeve

• 3-piecespreaderbarforapron

• 1bladderrepairkit(contains:repairinstructions,glue,

twoPVCpatchesandadeflationtube)

• 1pairofshoulderstraps

How to inflate your float tube bladders

Floattubebladdersaredesignedtobeinflatedbyfootor

handpump.

YourCumberlandfloattubehas

BostonValvesforeasyinflation

anddeflation.TheBostonValveis

constructedinthreeparts:

 A.Bladdervalvewithvalvelip

 B.Middlevalvepart

 C.Uppercap

To inflate:

 Themiddlepart(B)mustbescrewedintightlytothe

bladdervalvepart(A).Theuppercap(C)mustberemoved

fromthemiddlevalveinordertoinflate.

 Useapumptoinflatethefloattubejustenoughtohold

theirshape.

To Deflate:

 DONOTREMOVECAP–Unscrewthemiddlevalve(B)from

thebladdervalvepart(A).Itisnotnecessarytounscrew

themiddlevalve/bottomvalvecompletelytodeflatethe

floattube.

Inflating and assembling your float tube

1. Placeyourfloattubeshellflatonthefloorwiththe

pocketsfacingupandyourbladderswiththe

valvesfaceup.

2. Unzipthehorizontal

accesszipper

runningalongthe

insideofthefloat

tube.

3. Inserttheright

bladderintothe

openpocketofthe

floattubeshell,starting

attheback.Besuretotuckthe

endsofthebladderallthewayintotheshell.

4. Aligntheinflatervalvewiththeinflateropeninginthe

shellofthefloattube.Completelysecurerip-and-gripstrip

(A)Fig.3.tothefloattubeshell.Repeatsteps3&4with

theleftbladder.

5. Securetherip-and

-gripstrips(B)fromthe

rightbladdertotheleft

bladderatthefrontofthe

floattube.

6. Pushtheinflatervalve

throughtheopeninflater

valveholeonthefloattubeshell.Makesuretheinflater

valvelipissecureontheoutsideofthefloattubeshell.

7. Zipthefloattubeshellclosed.

8. Insertthethickestfoam

insert(A)intothe

seatbottom

compartment.

(Itwillbeatight

fit.)

9. Insertthethinner

foaminsert(B)into

theseatbackwiththe

roundedendfirst.

10.Pulltheflapdownover

thefoaminsertsandsecure

thethreerip-and-gripstrips

undertheseatcushion.

11.Inflatethetwofloattubebladdersabout30%—just

enoughtoholdtheirshape.

12.Checkthebladdersbyunzippingthefloattubeshell.The

bladdersshouldlieflat,untwistedandcenteredunderneath

theshellpockets.Makesuretherip-and-griptabsthat

attachthebladdertothefloattubecoveralign.

(Atwistedbladderwilldistortthecoverwhenyoublowitup.)

13.Finishinflatingbladdersuntilmostofthewrinklesareout

ofthecover.Ifanytwistsdevelopstop,deflatethebladder,

straightenitwithinitspocketandreinflate.Closethevalve

capstightly.

Youmayneedtoaddorreleasesomeairifyoutravel

betweenlowandhighelevationsorifthetemperature

changes.Alwaystakeoutsomeairbeforeleavingyour

floattubeinacar—theheatcanexpandtheairinthe

bladdersquiteabit.

14.Connectthethreespreaderbarpiecesbyinsertingthetwo

longtubesintotheshortercouplingtubewiththeangled

endsonbothlongtubeendsfacingthesamedirection.

Nowplacethemeshstrippingaprononthefloorwiththe

graphicsfacingup.Slipthespreaderbarwiththeangled

endsfacingdownintothefabricsleeveatoneendofthe

apron.

 Sliptheendsoftheapronsleeveintothefabric

receptaclesonthetopandfrontoftheleftandright

pontoons.

15.Therearetwobackrestsupportstrapssewntotheseat

backrestwithasidereleasebuckleoneitherend.Besure

thesebucklesareclippedtotheircorrespondingparts

ontheinsidepontoon.Adjustthelengthofthestrapfor

acomfortableseatbackangle.

Instructions:TheCumberland

left

right

Back Front

TOP VIEW

BOTTOM VIEW

Float Tube Shell

A-SeatBottom

B-SeatBack

rightbladder

leftbladder

TOP VIEW

fig.3

fig.2

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Summary

How to Inflate Float Tube Bladders

Inflating and Assembling Float Tube

Lifting and Launching Float Tube

Lifting the Tube

Instructions on how to lift the float tube in and out of the water using web handles.

Launching and Using

Steps for launching the float tube into water and how to sit and maneuver.

Float Tube Operation and Maintenance

Carrying Your Float Tube

Guidance on using included shoulder straps for carrying the float tube.

Anchoring System Setup

Instructions for creating an anchoring system using shoulder straps.

Safety Precautions

Essential safety tips for using the float tube, including buddy system and weather.

Care and Storage

Recommendations for deflating, drying, and storing the float tube to prevent damage.

Summary

How to Inflate Float Tube Bladders

Inflating and Assembling Float Tube

Lifting and Launching Float Tube

Lifting the Tube

Instructions on how to lift the float tube in and out of the water using web handles.

Launching and Using

Steps for launching the float tube into water and how to sit and maneuver.

Float Tube Operation and Maintenance

Carrying Your Float Tube

Guidance on using included shoulder straps for carrying the float tube.

Anchoring System Setup

Instructions for creating an anchoring system using shoulder straps.

Safety Precautions

Essential safety tips for using the float tube, including buddy system and weather.

Care and Storage

Recommendations for deflating, drying, and storing the float tube to prevent damage.

The Cumberland float tube is a personal flotation device designed for calm water fishing and floating. It features a durable shell, two inflatable bladders, and a comfortable seating system.

Function Description:

The float tube allows a user to sit partially submerged in water, propelled by fins worn on the feet. It provides a stable platform for fishing or leisurely floating. The design incorporates Boston Valves for easy inflation and deflation of the bladders. The seating system includes foam inserts for comfort and a stripping apron for managing fishing line. For transport, the float tube can be carried using shoulder straps or lifted by web handles. An anchoring system can be attached for stationary use.

Important Technical Specifications:

Components: 1 float tube cover/shell, 2 flotation bladders, 2 foam inserts for seat, 1 mesh stripping apron with spreader bar sleeve, 3-piece spreader bar for apron, 1 bladder repair kit (contains repair instructions, glue, two PVC patches, and a deflation tube), 1 pair of shoulder straps.
Inflation System: Boston Valves with three parts: A (Bladder valve with valve lip), B (Middle valve part), C (Upper cap).
Inflation Method: Foot or hand pump.
Seating: Features a thickest foam insert (A) for the seat bottom and a thinner foam insert (B) for the seat back.
Bladder Attachment: Rip-and-grip strips (A) secure the bladder to the shell, and rip-and-grip strips (B) connect the right and left bladders at the front.
Spreader Bar: Three pieces, with two long tubes inserting into a shorter coupling tube. Angled ends on long tubes face the same direction.
Backrest Support: Two backrest support straps with side release buckles.
Carrying: Two web handles next to pontoon pockets; backpacking shoulder straps attach to D-rings at the bow and outside of pontoon pockets.
Anchoring: Shoulder straps can be unclipped from D-rings and hooked together to attach a rope and anchor (not included).
Safety Features: Safety flag holder on the seat back.

Usage Features:

Inflation:
- To inflate: Screw middle valve part (B) tightly into bladder valve part (A). Remove upper cap (C). Inflate just enough to hold shape.
- To deflate: Unscrew middle valve (B) from bladder valve part (A). Do not remove upper cap (C).
Assembly:
1. Lay shell flat, pockets up; bladders with valves up.
2. Unzip horizontal access zipper.
3. Insert right bladder into right pocket from back, tucking ends.
4. Align inflater valve with shell opening, secure rip-and-grip strip (A). Repeat for left bladder.
5. Secure rip-and-grip strips (B) from right bladder to left bladder at front.
6. Push inflater valve through hole, ensuring lip is secure outside.
7. Zip shell closed.
8. Insert thickest foam insert (A) into seat bottom.
9. Insert thinner foam insert (B) into seat back, rounded end first.
10. Pull flap over foam inserts, secure three rip-and-grip strips under seat cushion.
11. Inflate bladders to about 30% to hold shape.
12. Check bladders for flatness, untwisted, and centered. Ensure rip-and-grip tabs align.
13. Finish inflating until most wrinkles are out. If twists occur, deflate, straighten, and reinflate. Close valve caps tightly.
14. Connect spreader bar pieces (long tubes into coupling tube, angled ends facing same direction). Place mesh stripping apron graphics up. Slip spreader bar with angled ends down into fabric sleeve at one end of apron. Slip apron sleeve ends into fabric receptacles on pontoons.
15. Clip backrest support straps to corresponding parts on inside pontoon. Adjust strap length for comfort.
Launching and Use:
1. Start on a gentle slope.
2. Attach fins, enter knee-high water. Step into tube from open side, turn to face backrest.
3. Sit down, refasten stripping apron, and float. Practice kicking with fins for movement.
Carrying:
- Use web handles for short lifts.
- Attach shoulder straps to D-rings at bow and outside pontoon pockets for backpacking.
Anchoring: Unclip shoulder strap ends from D-rings (leaving them secured to bow D-rings), hook loose ends together, and tie a rope and anchor.
Safety: Use a Coast Guard approved personal flotation device. Fish with a buddy. Designed for calm water only; not for river rafting. Do not float during thunderstorms or rough weather. Check local laws regarding safety flag requirements.

Maintenance Features:

Storage: Partially deflate bladders before storing in a vehicle or hot area to prevent expansion. For extended storage, fully deflate and dry the float tube to prevent mildew.
Repair: A bladder repair kit is included, containing repair instructions, glue, PVC patches, and a deflation tube.
Warranty: One-year warranty for workmanship and materials from Classic Accessories, Inc. Over-inflation or use for activities other than floating will invalidate the warranty.
Air Adjustment: May need to add or release air when traveling between low and high elevations or with temperature changes. Release some air before leaving the float tube in a car to prevent heat expansion.