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Assembly Instructions
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Contents
1 Kayaking Safety
3 Care and Maintenance
Repairing or Replacing Air Tubes
4 Jet Stream Assembly Instructions
14 Frequently Asked Questions
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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 training in kayaking safety from a qualified and
experienced kayaking instructor.
The various components of Feathercraft kayaks are subject
to wear, breakage and failure. This type of damage can lead
to accidents resulting in serious injury or death. It is your
responsibility to maintain your kayak in excellent condition.
Disassemble your kayak completely at least every two
months. Re-lubricate the framework and inspect for signs of
wear or failure. Any worn, damaged or broken parts must be
repaired or replaced. If you have any doubts or concerns
about the condition of your Feathercraft kayak, contact your
dealer or Feathercraft Products Ltd.
Kayak safety training should include the following topics:
1. Paddling skills. Paddling techniques need to be
practiced in various water conditions. Maneuvering
a kayak through rough seas, currents and tidal
zones is quite different from paddling on flat water.
2. Hypothermia. The greatest danger to a kayaker is
hypothermia or cold water immersion. Protection
against hypothermia involves more than simply
wearing the appropriate protective clothing. It
involves all aspects of kayak safety.
3. Know Your Kayak. Your safety on the water is
dependant on all components of your kayak func-
tioning perfectly. You must inspect your kayak for
signs of wear or failure before setting off on every
trip, including seams, hatches, spray skirt, rudder
and hull.
4. Spray Skirt and Safety Sock. All Feathercraft kayaks
come equipped with a spray skirt and safety sock
(except the Klondike, where the socks are optional,
and the Air Line Sit-on-Top models). These are
important safety items, but you must be fully famil-
iar with their use before an emergency arises.
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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 with the nature
and length of the trip. Kayak trips of any duration
however, require a pump, spare paddle, bouyant
heaving line, flares and whistle as essential items.
Safety equipment will only be of use to you if you
have the knowledge and training to use the equip-
ment in an emergency.
7. Self-Rescue and Group Rescue. The nature of kayak-
ing is such that some day you or a member of your
group will capsize. This experience can vary from
a refreshing dip in the ocean to a life-threatening
emergency. How you handle a capsize will depend
entirely on your training and experience.
The kayaking community is blessed with a wealth of materi-
al, including books, manuals, magazines, articles and videos,
and resources including schools, clubs, associations and
training centres dedicated to kayaking safety. As with any
skill, kayaking safety must first be learned and then prac-
ticed. We at Feathercraft strongly recommend that you
access resources for kayak safety in your community before
venturing out onto the water.
For more information on kayaking safety, please contact your
local kayak dealer, or your kayak or canoe association. These
websites will get you started.
University of Sea Kayaking
fwww.useakayak.org
Trade Association of Paddlesports
fwww.gopaddle.org
Sea Kayaker Magazine
fwww.seakayakermag.com
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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 be done at least
once a month, possibly more, depending on the salt
concentration in the water you are paddling.
A Note on Disassembly
Always lubricate framework.
However, after extended use in
surf and sand, the frame parts may be difficult to disengage.
As shown in the illustration below, open the ”twist–assist“
on the aluminum tubing, and insert screw drivers to twist the
tubes apart. The keel hinge pin can also be substituted for
one of the twisting tools.
Repairing or Replacing
Air Tubes
Aqua Seal is used to repair holes or punctures of either the
air tubes or the hull. Follow the preparation instructions as
outlined on the Aqua Seal containers. Use the popsicle stick
to mix and apply the Aqua Seal. Secure the patched area
with duct tape. Applying weight to a patched area is also
helpful (i.e. bag of sand). To make a quick repair with duct
tape, first swab the area with rubbing alcohol or Cotol 240
Accelerator.
To replace the chine or gunwale sponson, tie a long string to
the stern end of the sponson. Pull the sponson through from
the bow end to the velcro opening at the stern. Pull the rest of
the sponson out. At the bow end velcro opening reach in and
push the inflation hose through the small hole in the deck.
You will need a tool to push the ends of the sponson in:
Connect the
vertical
lever bar with the
horizontal
lever bar.
Push the SS pin extending from the bar into the hole at the
end of the sponson. Feed the sponson into the bow end
chamber. Repeat with stern end. (see diagram page 4)
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twist-assist
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When re-inserting the air tube, check that the air tube does
not get twisted in the chamber. If you should need to replace
an air tube, be sure to request by the color on the nozzle
(Yellow, Red, Green, Blue, or ‘no color’).
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Jet Stream Assembly Instructions
Bow Section
1. Frame parts
Using rubber gloves, liberally lubricate frame inserts
with Bo-Shield T-9.
keel hinge
extension bar
keel hinge
with drop skeg
Stern Section
gunwale
extension bars horizontal lever
bar / keel
gunwale bars
with track
vertical lever
bar / keel
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2. Roll out skin and insert frame halves
Insert frame section stamped “B” into the bow of the skin.
(bow end of skin has logo)
Insert frame section stamped “S” into the stern of the skin.
(stern end of skin has rudder attachment)
Center the keel end pieces.
Ensure the deck air bladders
do not get trapped in or
under the frame work.
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stern bow
slide foot track
bar forward
3. Install gunwale bars
Follow the color coding – Single band of tape attaches
at bow section. Double band of tape attaches at stern
section. Bars slide through webbing loops.
4. Extend gunwale bars
Use the vertical and horizontal lever bars to extend the
gunwale bars to the third hole. Ensure the bow and
stern frame ends are centered in the hull.
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5. Install lever bars to bow keel frame section
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