Gumotex RUSH 1 Manual De Usuario página 9

ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE KAYAK:
Transportation bag, compression belt for folded kayak,
User's Manual, foam sponge in a mesh bag, skeg-fi n
with user manual, fl exible rope with carabiner, gluing set
containing glue, patches and valve adapter, metal key for
valves.
SPECIAL ACCESSORIES:
(These may be bought with the kayak)
- Covering board
- Metal reinforcements
3. Infl ation Instructions
Roll out the kayak. Insert the tracking fi n into the bottom
bracket (19). Infl ate the seat (6) and footrest (7) before
mounting. Fig. 2 shows the valve handling. Install the seat
and footrest on the defl ated kayak.
Fasten the seat (6) to the attachment (15) on the bottom.
Fasten straps on the seat backrest to the attachment using
a plastic clip (16) on the side tubes – see detail A. For better
fi xation of the backrest, run the elastic rope with the snap-
hook (22) through an eye in the baggage attachment (15)
and fi x them to the D-rings on the backrest. Run the straps
on the footrest (7) through an attachment on the tubes (17)
and fi x them to the attachment using a plastic clip (16) on the
side tubes and tighten them – see detail A.
Infl ate the air chambers in sequence: Side chambers (1),
the bottom (2). Use a foot-pump or piston pump with valve
adaptor for infl ating - Refer to Fig. 2b (the adaptor is in-
cluded in the kayak bonding set). Check the condition of the
valves before infl ating. Tighten the valves with the assembly
key - see Fig. 2c. Set the valves to the OFF position. Valve
handling - Refer to Fig. 2. Infl ate the air chambers until they
are fi rm but not completely stiff . The air chambers provide
resistence comparable to squeezing a ripe orange (side cyl-
inders) or lime (bottom). You can check the exact operating
pressure by using a suitable pressure gauge (optional acces-
sory) – see Fig. 2a.
For transferring the kayak, use the handle (9) on the front
and rear board.
ATTENTION
The maximum operational pressure in air chambers
is 0.025 MPa (0.25 Bar/3.75 PSI) (sidewall cylinder);
0.05 MPa (0.5 Bar/7.2 PSI) (bottom) and 0.02 MPa
(0.2 Bar/3 PSI) (seat). If the ambient temperature increases
(e.g. owing to sunlight), the pressure in the air chambers of
the boat can rise rapidly. We recommend releasing some
air from all air chambers of the boat after pulling it out of
the water. This will prevent possible destruction of the air
chambers. However, do not forget to continuously check air
pressure in the chambers afterwards, too. A corresponding
reduction in operating pressure is up to 20 % within
24 hours.
ATTENTION
When using the boat, always seal the valves with their
valve caps. This will keep dirt out of the valves. Dirt can
cause leaky valve seals.
4. Using the Boat
The RUSH kayak is designed for recreational use and water
tourism.
Whenever the kayak is used on waterways, Waterway Traffi c
Rules should be observed. Operation of the RUSH
a infl atable boat does not require any licence provided the
people who operate the boat know the techniques of small
boat operation within the scope necessary for its operation,
as well as the valid navigation rules of the particular country.
The RUSH kayak can be used on still or gently fl owing waters
up to Diffi culty Grade WW 2. This is only a recommended
use, it always depends on the specifi c abilities of the user!
Use double-bladed kayak paddles with a length of approx.
210 cm / 83 in. The person travelling in the kayak has to sit in
their seat and wear a fl otation life-jacket. The manufacturer
recommends using the boat in suffi cient water condition (see
Control table - draught).
ATTENTION
Prior to every use of the boat, check whether it is neces-
sary to observe any special regulations, restrictions or
rules connected with the river, surface of water or area in
which you aim to operate.
The boat is not intended for towing a motor boat, it must
not be slipped or otherwise excessively stressed. In case
of emergency, use the handle at bow of the boat to tow.
Sharp edged and pointed items carried in the boat must
be safely wrapped.
Place all valuables into a waterproof container and fas-
ten it to the boat.
Over time, sunlight adversely aff ects the rubber coating
of the boat; therefore, it is advisable to store the boat in
shade each time after use.
CAUTION:
• On large surfaces of water (seas, lakes) pay attention
to water currents and off -shore breezes. Currents and
breezes may make it impossible to return to shore.
• The RUSH kayak should not be used in poor conditions,
such as In reduced visibility (night, fog, rain).
Specifi cations of the WW 2 diffi culty grade - moderately
diffi cult:
• irregular waves and currents, rapids of moderate diffi culty,
weak eddies and whirls, low gradients, small rapids in hea-
vily meandering or badly transparent watercourse
• regular current and low regular waves, small rapids, sim-
ple obstacles, frequent meanders with rapidly fl owing wa-
ter.
ATTENTION
Pay extra attention to your choice of fl otation life-jacket. Pay extra attention to your choice of fl otation life-jacket.
The fl otation life-jacket should have a tag bearing details The fl otation life-jacket should have a tag bearing details
of its fl otation capabilities and safety certifi cation. of its fl otation capabilities and safety certifi cation.
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