Inflation Instructions; Using The Boat - Gumotex RUSH 1 Manuel De L'utilisateur

ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE KAYAK:
Transportation bag, compression belt for folded kayak,
User's Manual with Warranty Certificate, foam sponge in
a mesh bag, skeg-fin, flexible 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. Inflation Instructions

Roll out the kayak. Insert the tracking fin into the bottom
bracket (19). Inflate the foot rests (7 and 24) before mounting.
Fig. 2 shows the valve handling. Assemble seats and footrests
on the deflated 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 – RUSH 1 or 25 – RUSH 2) on the side tubes –
see detail A. For better fixation of the backrest, run the elastic
rope with the snap-hook (23) through an eye in the baggage
attachment (22) and fix them to the D-rings on the backrest.
Run the straps on the footrest (7) through an attachment on
the tubes (17) and fix them to the attachment using a plas-
tic clip (16 – RUSH 1 or 25 – RUSH 2) on the side tubes and
tighten them – see detail A.
The RUSH 2 kayak can also be used as a 1-person kayak –
see Fig. 1a.
Remove one seat and the rear footrest. Attach the remaining
seat to the middle seat attachment on the bottom (15). Attach
the seat backrest (6) and front footrest (7) to the middle at-
tachment of the backrest and footrest on the tubes (25). Run
the straps of the footrest (7) through the attachment on the
tubes (17) before you attach them – see detail A.
Inflate the air chambers in sequence: Side chambers (1),
the bottom (2). Use a foot-pump or piston pump with valve
adaptor for inflating - Refer to Fig. 2b (the adaptor is in-
cluded in the kayak bonding set). Check the condition of the
valves before inflating. Tighten the valves with the assembly
key - see Fig. 2c. Set the valves to the OFF position. Valve
handling - Refer to Fig. 2. Inflate the air chambers until they
are firm 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 Figure 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 (sidewall cylinder); 0.05 MPa (bottom). 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 Traffic
Rules should be observed. Operation of the RUSH a inflat-
able boat does not require any licence provided the people
who operate the boat know the techniques of small boat op-
eration 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 flowing wa-
ters up to Difficulty Grade WW 2. This is only a recommended
use, it always depends on the specific abilities of the user!
Use double-bladed kayak paddles with a length of approx.
210 cm. People travelling in the kayak should sit in their seats
and wear flotation life-jackets. The manufacturer recom-
mends using the boat in sufficient water condition (see Con-
trol 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 to 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 affects 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).
Specifications of the WW 2 difficulty grade - moderately
difficult:
• irregular waves and currents, rapids of moderate difficulty,
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 flowing wa-
ter.
ATTENTION
Pay extra attention to your choice of flotation life-jacket.
The flotation life-jacket should have a tag bearing details
of its flotation capabilities and safety certification.
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