Walker Bay Generalion Owner's Manual

Summary of Generalion

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    1 for customer service or technical support visit www.Walkerbay.Com owner’s safety manual.

  • Page 2: Declaration of Conformity

    2 declaration of conformity international standards to which conformity is declared: recreational craft directive, rcd: 94/25/ec, module a international organization for standardization, iso: 6185-2 american boat and yacht council, abyc: h-28 national marine manufacturers association, nmma: h-28 cer...

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    3 table of contents declaration of conformity ................................................................................ 2 table of contents ................................................................................................ 3 introduction ............................................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    4 introduction congratulations on your purchase of a generation rigid inflatable boat (rib) by walker bay! The generation redefines the benchmark in rib luxury craft. With elegant european styling and a sporty wide-body frame, this boat is sure to exceed your expectations in comfort and performance. A...

  • Page 5: Danger

    5 boating safety signs and symbols this is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result ...

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    6 specifications* and maximum capacities safety standards: model iso 6185 ce part category generation 400 ii c a ewv 08 022 p generation 450 ii c a ewv 08 023 p maximum capacities: model x 75 kg kg lb kg lb l kw hp kt bar psi generation 400 7 753 1660 357 785 l 36.8 50 0.25 3.5 generation 450 8 866 ...

  • Page 7: Warning

    7 warning do not exceed maximum recommended number of persons and maximum recommended load. Regardless of number of persons on board, total weight of persons and equipment must not exceed maximum recommended load. Always use seat(s) / seating spaces provided. Always load craft carefully and distribu...

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    8 your boat - features and deck plans a b c d e f g h i j k j l m n n o o o p q r r r s u v w w s x z.

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    9 a - fuel tank cap b - deck floor c - transom d - rub rail f - motor mount g - center console h - bow step with teak i - hauling handle j - davit lifting points (3) k - capacity label l - hull id (cin) number m - stern storage compartment n - valves (3-5 depending on model) o - lifting and re-board...

  • Page 10: Warning

    10 operator instructions loading - boarding weather and hazards all boats in this owner’s manual are iso design category “c” inshore - designed for voyages in coastal waters, large bays, estuaries, lakes and rivers where conditions up to, and including, wind force 6 and significant wave heights up t...

  • Page 11: Caution

    11 maintenance frp (fiberglass) hull and gelcoat - use a mild boat cleaning agent or cleaner mixed with fresh water. Make sure the cleaning agent you use does not contain ammonia or chlorine. Ammonia or abrasive type cleaners will dull and discolor the surface of the gelcoat. Use a fiberglass wax th...

  • Page 12: Warning

    12 navigation warning do not operate the boat under the influence of drugs or alcohol or any other impairment or disability. Caution carry, read and understand navigation charts. Observe right-of-way as defined by “rules of the road” and required by colregs. Obey signs for restricted areas designate...

  • Page 13: Caution

    13 rinse boat with mild soap and fresh water after use. Rinse away sand or debris. Dry boat before storing to prevent accumulation of mould. Store boat in a cool and dry place. Storage caution risk of fire. Do not store fuel, fuel tanks, fuel lines or any fuel related components in direct sunlight. ...

  • Page 14: Caution

    14 motor trim motor selection trim motor properly. Correct trim is essential to optimum motoring performance. A general rule is the axis of the propeller should be parallel to surface of water. Motor trimmed too positively: boat may porpoise or ride “bow high”. Motor trimmed too negatively: boat may...

  • Page 15: Caution

    15 caution (continuing from previous page) - flashlight - mobile phone - tow line(s) - tube repair kit - pump - bailer - oars/paddles *note: specific safety equipment is mandatory in some countries. Failure to carry safety equipment onboard could result in fines or other penalties. Crew should be fa...

  • Page 16: Warning

    16 obtain knowledge of accident reporting requirements for the united states coast guard. Copies of the u.S. Coast guard boating accident report are available by calling the u.S. Coast guard boating safety hotline at 1 (800) 368-5647. Rendering assistance (usa) united states code, title 46 states th...

  • Page 17: Caution

    17 caution towing line should have minimum breaking strength equal to 4 times weight boat being towed. Fasten boat securely and observe continuously. Do not attach tow line to fixtures not intended for towing, such as handles. Avoid towing tender long distances. When traveling long distances or in r...

  • Page 18: Warning

    18 transporting by road warning risk of automobile accident, injury or loss of life in case of loss of control of trailer or boat while driving. Roof rack • do not attempt to use a roof rack to transport the generation. Trailer • read owner’s manual provided with trailer. • use a bunk trailer. Do no...

  • Page 19: Caution

    19 if this is the first time inflating tubes and/or floor, check that valves are tight. Use tool provided in repair kit and gently tighten valves. Inflating - to retain air when inflating, release valves to “out” position by pushing center button (a) and turning approximately 90 degrees counter cloc...

  • Page 20: Caution

    20 navigation lights the generation is equipped with navigation lights. The side lights are installed at the center of the bow step. A green light is illuminated towards the port (left) side, and a red light is illuminated towards the starboard (right) side. A mast with a white light may be mounted ...

  • Page 21: Caution

    21 for repairs, parts, or service contact your local dealer or walker bay® customer service at: email: info@walkerbay.Com gelcoat repair: gelcoat gets chalked or faded over time if it is not taken care properly. And scratches or cuts could happen. Here below are some instructions on gelcoat repair. ...

  • Page 22: Caution

    22 finding small leaks large repairs to skin - seams bulkheads - transom tube small tears, cuts, punctures tears, leaks, or punctures less than 0.5 inches or 1cm can be repaired with the repair kit provided. 1. Prepare a round patch no less than 3 inches or 7 centimeters in diameter. 2. Clean the pa...

  • Page 23: Problem

    23 troubleshooting problem buoyancy chamber loses air: boat does not get on plane: boat porpoises: boat rides bow down: water accumulates in hull: possible cause - tube valve is loose. - there is a leak. - motor is improperly trimmed. - there is too much load. - motor is too small. - motor is improp...

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    24 walker bay® generation limited warranty international 1. Nature and extent of warranty: walker bay boats, inc. (“manufacturer”) warrants to the original retail purchaser (“purchaser”) that any walker bay ® generation boat or component (“product”) shall be free from defects in workmanship and/or m...

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