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Oru Kayak HAVEN User Manual

Oru Kayak HAVEN
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THE HAVEN
Assembly Guide
HOW TO GET
STARTED
Read this entire Assembly Guide
before assembling your Oru Kayak.
Watch the instruction video:
www.orukayak.com/pages/assembly
Be patient! With practice your assembly
time will get to 10 minutes or less.
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Oru Kayak HAVEN Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryKayak
MaterialPolypropylene
Width31 in (79 cm)
Assembly Time5 minutes
Max Paddler Height6 feet 6 inches (198 cm)

Summary

Getting Familiar with Floorboard Components

Keyhole Plates

Hold the reinforcing rod securely in place.

Alignment Plates

Ensure proper installation of floorboards in the boat.

Seat Column Plates

Connect to the seat column holding the seat system.

Bowties

Allow easy setup of multiple seating configurations.

Bow Floorboard

Reinforces kayak bottom and holds the front seat.

Stern Floorboard

Reinforces kayak bottom and holds rear/middle seat.

Getting Familiar with Assembly Components

Shoulder Strap

Used to carry the kayak when in box form.

Bow Footrest/Bulkhead

Attached to the front half for tandem/single configurations.

Cockpit Tracks

Attach floorboards to skin and mount accessories.

Bulkhead Channels

Hold the two bulkheads securely in the inner hull.

Stern Backrest

Includes seat column and adjustable backrest.

Bow Backrest

Includes seat column, backrest, and footrest for rear paddler.

Stern (Back) Bulkhead

Provides structural rigidity to the kayak.

Seat Pads

Tuck under the bungee in the floorboard.

Reinforcing Rod

Adds additional rigidity to the kayak.

Spare Parts Kit

Contains extra hardware for repairs and upkeep.

Core Assembly Steps

Step 1: Open the Box

Unpack the kayak components from the shipping box.

Step 2: Unfold the Box

Unfold the kayak skin from its compact box form.

Step 3: Close the Front of the Kayak

Secure the front section of the kayak using buckles and straps.

Step 4: Close the Back of the Kayak

Secure the rear section of the kayak using buckles and straps.

Step 5: Insert the Floorboards

Insert and secure the floorboards into the kayak hull.

Tandem Kayak Assembly

Insert Bow Seat, Footrest, and Rod

Install the front seat, footrest, and reinforcing rod for tandem use.

Insert Stern Seat and Footrest

Install the rear seat and footrest for tandem use.

Single Paddler Kayak Assembly

Insert Stern Seat and Footrest

Install the seat and footrest for single paddler use.

Final Adjustments

Adjusting the Backrest

Loosen, slide, and re-tighten the backrest for optimal height.

Adjusting Backrest and Footrest Tension

Fine-tune seatback straps and footrest for comfort.

Folding and Packing the Kayak

Disassembly Steps

Detach components, loosen buckles, and pull fairings to prepare for folding.

Folding the Kayak

Fold the kayak in sections and twist to form the original box shape.

Packing the Kayak into the Box

Place all parts into the box and secure with closure straps.

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