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Oru Kayak BAY+ User Manual

Oru Kayak BAY+
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For your first assembly, avoid common mistakes by reading this Assembly Guide or
watching the assembly video at www.orukayak.com/assembly
BOW
(front)
Bow
fairing
Stern
fairing
STERN
(back)
Handle Handle
Cockpit
handles
Cockpit
Adjustable
ergonomic
backrest
Ratchet
buckles
Bulkhead
Bulkhead
Seam
channels
Deck
hatch
Seat
pad
Coaming
(cockpit rim)
Deck
straps
PMS 1665
c=0
m=68
y=100
k=0
r=243
g=115
b=33
US PATENT NO. 8,316,788
BAY+
ASSEMBLY GUIDE
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Oru Kayak BAY+ Specifications

General IconGeneral
Length12 feet
MaterialPolypropylene
TypeFolding Kayak
Width25 inches
Weight26 lbs
Capacity300 lbs
Assembly Time10 minutes
Cockpit Size16 inches
Folded Dimensions33 x 12 x 29 inches
SeatingSingle

Summary

Step 1: Opening the Oru Kayak Box

Unpack the Kayak Box Contents

Release box straps and lid to access all components inside.

Remove Loose Kayak Components

Extract all loose parts from the box, referring to component guide.

Step 2: Opening and Unfolding the Box

Release Box Ratchet Buckles

Open buckles on box sides to release the straps.

Extend the Kayak Body

Pull apart the box ends to unfold the kayak's main structure.

Step 3: Bulkhead Unhooking and Seam Channel Attachment

Unhook Bulkhead Snaphook from D-ring

Disconnect the snaphook for easier folding later.

Attach Loose Seam Channels

Connect loose channels to existing ones at bow and stern for a tight seal.

Step 4: Inserting Kayak Bulkheads

Insert Bow Bulkhead into U-channels

Place the bow bulkhead into the affixed U-channels.

Insert Stern Bulkhead into U-channels

Place the stern bulkhead into the affixed U-channels.

Step 5: Securing the Front Coaming Rib

Align and Lock Front Cockpit Rib

Rotate the front cockpit rib to engage the screw keyhole.

Step 6: Inserting the Kayak Floorboard

Shape and Insert Floorboard

Fold the floorboard into a U-shape and insert it into the cockpit.

Lock Floorboard Handles into Coaming

Flex the floorboard and rotate handles to secure them in the coaming.

Step 7: Closing the Front of the Kayak

Align Front Cockpit Rib Screws and Slots

Match the screws on the rib to the slots in the cockpit area.

Secure Front Deck Ratchet Straps

Insert and tighten the three remaining ratchet buckles on the front deck.

Verify Deck Trim and Seam Channels

Ensure deck edges are fully seated in the seam channels.

Close Front Coaming Latch Mechanism

Engage the latch to secure the front coaming.

Step 8: Closing the Back of the Kayak

Install and Lock Backrest Column

Slide backrest column into plate and lock it to the deck screws.

Secure Rear Deck Ratchet Straps

Insert and tighten the remaining ratchet buckles on the rear deck.

Clip Backrest Buckles to Coaming

Fasten the buckles on each side of the backrest to the coaming.

Step 9: Adding Finishing Touches

Disassembling: Folding Kayak into Box

Kayak Folding Sequence Steps

Packing the Folded Kayak into its Box

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