Gumotex FRAMURA Manuel D'utilisateur page 7

Attaching the rudder on the boat
The rudder fi xing system (10) needs to be attached at
the rear of the boat and secured with carriage bolts and
nuts. Pull the locking ring on the rudder pin (11). Insert
the pin into the hole and secure with retaining ring. The
control cables (6) for the pedals are now guided from
inside and through the holes in the aft deck and then
through the snap hooks (4); set the length using the
adjusting piece. Now guide the lifting cable (3) through
the brake (12) of the lifting mechanism. The mechanism
needs to be fastened between the D-rings on the boat
cockpit. Attach the snap hook of the lifting cable to the
lifting mechanism, see Fig. No. 3, and set the required
cable length using the adjusting piece.
3. Operating the rudder
The rudder facilitates control of the kayak especially in
the wind or waves. Operate the rudder by pressing with
one foot against the pedal and releasing the other foot.
Power is transmitted by the cables to the rudder rocker
arm to rotate the rudder. The rudder blade can be
raised by pressing the brake of the lifting mechanism
and pulling forward. When pressing the brake of the lift-
ing mechanism and pulling back, the rudder is lowered
to its working position.
WARNING
The rudder blade can be damaged
in shallow water or when launch-
ing the boat or approaching the
shore.
Always lift the rudder blade to the
top position in these situations.
4. Disassembly of the rudder
Before collapsing the kayak, it is necessary to remove
the rudder. Unhook the control cables off the snap
hooks. Unclip the snap hook from the lifting mecha-
nism. The control cables and pedals can be left in the
kayak. Remove the rudder mounting system.
5. Maintenance and storage
The rudder has no special maintenance requirements.
When contaminated, after contact with salt water and
before storing, wash the rudder in lukewarm water with
a spot of soap or detergent. Use grease to protect the
metal parts. Worn out or damaged parts, especially
the cable, should be replaced. Rudder should always
be transported and stored separately from the kayak.
When assembling the rudder in the kayak, always
check if the screws are securely tightened.
Fig. No. 3
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6. Warranty conditions
The warranty period is 24 months starting from the
date of sale.
The manufacturer provides free repair or replacement
for material defects.
Warranty and post warranty repairs are provided by the
manufacturer: GUMOTEX, a.s., Mládežnická 3062/3a,
69075 Břeclav.
7. Disposal of the product
The product can be disposed of as communal waste.
8. Disposal of the packaging
Cardboard - recycle in accordance with the symbols on
the packaging.
PE-LD foil (low-density branched polyethylene) - recy-
cle in accordance with the symbols on the packaging.
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