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Feathercraft java Assembly Instructions Manual
Summary of java
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A aiirr line tm java folding sit-on-top kayaks by assembly instructions java_english.Layout 9/4/07 10:00 am page i.
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Contents 1 kayaking safety 3 care and maintenance repairing or replacing air tubes 4 java assembly instructions 10 java in double configuration 14 frequently asked questions java_english.Layout 9/4/07 10:00 am page ii.
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Kayaking safety please read carefully! Kayaking can be hazardous and can involve the risk of serious injury or death. Kayakers are responsible for obtaining appro- priate instruction in paddling skills, equipment safety, water safety, rescue and first aid. It is strongly recommended that you obtain ...
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5. Personal flotation device and helmet. The wearing of an approved pfd is highly recommended for all kayakers, even those who are strong swimmers. A helmet should be worn for whitewater or surf zone paddling. 6. Safety equipment. The safety equipment you will carry in and on your kayak will vary wi...
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Care and maintenance avoid mildew damage —- do not store the skin wet. When the kayak is taken apart for storage, thoroughly clean all frame tubes with fresh water. Re-apply bo-shield t-9 to all frame parts, making sure to well lubricate the telescoping sections and the spring buttons. This should b...
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Airline java 4 java assembly instructions gunwale bar with foot track gunwales gunwales keel bow section 1. Frame parts using rubber gloves, liberally lubricate frame inserts with bo-shield t-9. Stern section keel bar drop skeg java_english.Layout 9/4/07 10:00 am page 4.
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2. Roll out skin insert frame section stamped “b” into the bow of the skin. Insert frame section stamped “s” into the stern of the skin. Center the keel end pieces. Airline java 5 stern bow java_english.Layout 9/4/07 10:00 am page 5.
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3. Attach keel bar attach skeg to the shockcorded keel sections. The keel and gunwale frame sections have telescoping tubing that can be adjusted for fit. The usual positioning for the spring button is in the center hole. Airline java 6 3b 3a a) the drop skeg is positioned towards the stern. Attach ...
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4. Attach gunwale bars the two gunwale bars are the same. The bow end has the foot track. Set the telescoping tubes on the gunwales to the same spring button position as the keel. Attach stern end of gunwale bar to curved stern gunwale section. Rotate tube “up” and attach the bow end (with foot trac...
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Airline java 8 5b 5a 5. Inflate air chambers a. Before beginning to inflate, position the seat approximately mid-ships. Slide the seat side straps under the gunwale tubes and attach to the tension lock on seat wing. B. Begin by partially inflating the yellow and blue air chambers, followed by the re...
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Airline java 9 6. Complete installation of seat seat is attached to buckles with grey webbing at position 3, 4 and 6 (see schematic below) thigh/carrying straps are attached to black web loops at position 3 and 6. (second thigh strap is carry-bag strap) there is a web strap sewn to the inside channe...
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Mark placement of v-block on black reinforcement strip. Install with rivets or nuts and bolts. Airline java in double configuration 10 options for double configuration (shown) • second seat and foot brace. • rudder with cables and adjusters. We recommend the rudder for use with java as a double. Whe...
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Airline java 11 numbers indicate attachment points. All attachments are to be made through the two-tone webbing. See diagram page 7. Double seat configuration with: • 2 pairs thigh straps • 1 aft foot brace forward seat # 2 black # 3 grey # 5 black aft seat # 5 black # 6 black # 8 black aft foot bra...
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Install rudder insert the rudder pin through the “key hole”. Rotate rudder 180º. Attach rudder cables with sister clips. White haulcord is attached to clip beside seat. Airline java 12 sister clips (two of these clips are mounted on each side of the rudder). Java_english.Layout 9/4/07 10:00 am page ...
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Connecting rudder control to bow foot brace webbing adjusters are connected to the foot brace. Unscrew thumb-knob on foot brace; stem of knob goes through grommet. Re-attach knob to foot brace. Slide brace on to track. Ensure brace can slide easily on track. (if not, check knob that you re-attached....
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Frequently asked questions the following are general “frequently asked questions” about feathercraft kayaks. What is the warranty ? All feathercraft kayaks come with a five year warranty on all parts and workmanship. Our service and support will contin- ue well after that, as your feathercraft kayak...
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Different hull fabrics are used by different manufacturers. A) pvc this material may seem quite robust because of its cloth support. However, pvc (vinyl) is soft and abrades rela- tively easily. It has very poor uv resistance, and after a few years becomes quite brittle. Its main advantage is that i...
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The number of boats that we have sold. Tour operators tell us that they have far fewer repairs than with wood-frame kayaks. One of the many beauties of a folding kayak is that should a piece break or get lost, that single piece can be repaired or replaced. The alloys that we use are very corrosion-r...
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5. As the adhesive itself is slippery, secure patched area with duct tape, and/or apply weight to the patch (ie, bag of sand). To apply a patch to the deck, ensure the fabric is clean and dry. Sponsons sponsons are the air tubes that create your kayak. They are made from urethane and the seams are w...
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Feathercraft products ltd. 4-1244 cartwright street on granville island, vancouver, british columbia, canada v6h 3r8 telephone: (604) 681-8437 fax: (604) 681-7282 www.Feathercraft.Com info@feathercraft.Com updated sept 07 java_english.Layout 9/4/07 10:00 am page 18.