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OWNER'S MANUAL
EN
1. Description of the kayak
You have purchased a TRIBORD kayak. This manual will help you to use it and paddle with total freedom. Happy
sailing!
This kayak is designed for two adults and one child for short outings (<4h) at sea (fig 1a), on a lake (fig 1b) or on
a calm river (fig 1c).
2. Directions for use
- Always wear a buoyancy vest compatible with current standards and in a good state of repair, whatever the
weather (fig 2).
- Check weather conditions before setting off: they are a determining factor in sailing. Also get information from
coast monitoring agencies and local tourism services about the advantages and possible dangers of sites (fig 3).
- Learn elementary safety manoeuvres:
Your kayak is unsinkable: it floats even if it capsizes.
Never abandon your kayak: it will help to keep you afloat and to be located more easily.
How do you turn your kayak over? How do you get back into your kayak? (fig 4)
- Prepare your equipment carefully (fig 5).
Suitable clothing (helmet, shoes, sun/heat protection, etc.) / Water and provisions/paddle leash, spare paddle and
tow rope. If possible, carry a mobile telephone in a waterproof cover.
For outings lasting several days, carry a personal location device: flash lamp, distress flares, personal signal flare.
- Do not overestimate your level of expertise: prepare a route map which corresponds to your abilities. Remember
this basic principle: "DIFFICULT DEPARTURE, EASY RETURN". Try to sail in groups and/or tell people about your
itinerary. (fig.6)
- Respect the environment and the peace and quiet of sites. (fig.7)
European emergency phone number: 112.
Sea rescue phone line (France): VHF channel 16
3. Transport and storage/Maintenance – After Sales Service
3.1 Transport:
Your kayak has two carry handles.
Fasten it to your car's roof rack using Tribord foam blocks and broad straps, taking care to (fig 8):
- place your kayak upside down, limiting wind resistance
- balance out the weight
- carefully check that the kayak is tethered to the roof bars
- drive more slowly
- check the strap fastenings regularly during a long journey
3.2 Maintenance:
- Rinse the kayak in clean water before storing it for a long time (fig. 9).
- Once a year, carefully examine the hull and the deck (fig. 10); ensure that they have are not holed or damaged.
Carry out periodic checks of screwed parts.
- The following parts can be ordered from your DECATHLON store: Carry handles, Straps for bottle holder, D-rings
with screws, lifeline, plug.
3.3 Storage:
- Store your kayak in a cool place (fig. 11); it is best to store it upside down.
- The plug at the rear of the kayak must be carefully screwed in; it can be used to control air pressure in the event
of prolonged exposure to heat.
All information concerning this product is available on
MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE
FR
1. Description du kayak
Vous venez d'acquérir un kayak de marque TRIBORD. Cette notice vous guidera dans son utilisation et vous
permettra de pagayer en toute autonomie. Bonne navigation !
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