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Skedaddle1™
Inflatable Kayak
Owner’s Manual
MODEL AE1001-WM
1 PERSON KAYAK
ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC. 2006 REV 06-001
PATENTED
It is our goal, at Advanced Elements, to develop new and unique paddles-
ports products that enhance our customers’ outdoor experience. Our focus
is on designing and manufacturing “Inatable kayaks with cuing edge
technology”. Our kayaks incorporate many dierent materials and compo-
nents and deliver high performance at a very reasonable price. We are the
makers of the AdvancedFrame™ Inatable kayaks, DragonFly™ Inatable
kayaks and StraitEdge™ Canoe and Kayaks. The AdvancedFrame™ Kayaks
are a hybrid of a folding frame kayak and an inatable kayak. Its bow slices
through water like a knife and rivals the tracking of hard-shell kayaks. The
stern acts as a skeg increasing the tracking performance. The DragonFly™
kayaks are durable and lightweight. They have built-in rigid forms that in-
crease the performance once it is fully inated. You can take our inatables
with you anywhere in the world and no roof rack is needed! Keep it in the
trunk of your car and paddle whenever you want or pack it into a remote
wilderness area and paddle where no one has paddled before. Simply inate
with a foot pump and hit the water in minutes. Please visit our website for
more information on our products or to nd a dealer near you.
INTRODUCTION
inflatable
kayaks with cutting
edge
technology
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Caution/Safety .................................................................. 4
1.1 Boating Safety........................................................ 5
2. Specification...................................................................... 6
2.1 Capacity ................................................................. 6
2.2 Features .................................................................. 7
3. Assembly/Inflating/Deflation Instruction .................... 7
3.1 Assembly ............................................................... 7
3.2 Understanding Your Valves................................ 8
3.3 Inflating.................................................................. 9
3.4 Over Inflation ........................................................ 9
3.5 Deflation................................................................. 9
3.6 Folding ................................................................. 10
4. Guidelines for Usage ..................................................... 10
5. Proper Care and Storage ............................................... 11
6. Repairs ............................................................................. 11
6.1 Repairing Small Punctures and Cuts............... 11
6.2 Repairing Pinholes ............................................. 11
7. Troubleshooting............................................................. 12
8. Statement of Origin ....................................................... 13
9. Declaration of Conformity ........................................... 14
10. Warranty and Registration........................................... 15
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1. CAUTION - SAFETY WARNING
Users of this product agree by their use to accept the inherent risks involved in this paddlesports
activity and agree to follow all instructions, cautions, and warnings carefully before using this
Kayak.
(PLEASE READ CAUTION STATEMENT CAREFULLY)
SAFETY WARNING
PADDLESPORTS CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS AND PHYSICALLY DEMAND-
ING. THE USER OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD UNDERSTAND THAT PARTICI-
PATION IN PADDLESPORTS MAY INVOLVE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY STANDARDS WHENEVER USING THIS
PRODUCT.
· GET PADDLESPORTS INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC TO THIS TYPE OF CRAFT.
· OBTAIN CERTIFIED FIRST AID TRAINING AND CARRY FIRST AID AND
RESCUE/SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
· ALWAYS WEAR A NATIONALLY APPROVED PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE.
· ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET WHERE APPROPRIATE.
· DRESS APPROPRIATELY FOR WEATHER CONDITIONS; COLD WATER AND/OR COLD
WEATHER CAN RESULT IN HYPOTHERMIA. CHECK YOUR EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO
EACH USE FOR SIGNS OF WEAR OR FAILURE.
· NEVER PADDLE ALONE.
· DO NOT PADDLE IN FLOOD CONDITIONS.
· BE AWARE OF APPROPRIATE RIVER WATER LEVELS, TIDAL CHANGES, DANGEROUS
CURRENTS, WEATHER CHANGES, AND STRONG OFF SHORE WINDS.
· SCOUT UNFAMILIAR WATER; PORTAGE WHERE APPROPRIATE.
· DO NOT EXCEED YOUR PADDLING ABILITY; BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF.
· CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN PRIOR TO BEGINNING YOUR PADDLESPORTS TRAINING.
· YOU MUST NOT USE ALCOHOL OR MIND ALTERING DRUGS PRIOR TO USING THIS
PRODUCT.
· FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT.
· IF ADDITIONAL OUTFITTING IS REQUIRED, USE MANUFACTURER’S APPROVED
MATERIALS ONLY; DO NOT IMPAIR ENTRY OR EXIT ACCESS.
· READ OWNER’S INFORMATION PACKET PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
THE USER OF THIS PRODUCT ACKNOWLEDGES BOTH AN UNDERSTANDING AND AN
ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK INVOLVED IN PADDLESPORTS.
CAUTION
ADVANCED ELEMENTS, INC.
TOLL FREE 866-262-9076
Please read this entire manual for additional safety information. Please pay close aention to items
marked DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, NOTICE, NEVER, and ALWAYS.
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1.1 Boating Safety
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 in death or serious injury or
substantial property damage.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury or
property damage.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
CAUTION
Used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
NOTICE
Indicates installation, operation or
maintenance information which is
important but not hazard-related.
The precautions listed in this manual and on the cra are not all-inclusive. If a procedure,
method, tool or part is not specically recommended, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe
for you and others, and that the cra will not be damaged or made unsafe as a result of your
decision. REMEMBER - always use common sense when paddling YOUR KAYAK!
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2. SPECIFICATION
Dimensions:
Length: 12’
Width: 34”
Weight: 19 lbs (9 kg)
Max. Person Capacity: 250 lbs (113 kg)
Max. Persons & Gear Capacity: 250 lbs (113 kg)
Recommended Pressure:
Main chambers: 1.5 psi (0.10 bar)
Floor chamber: 1.0 psi (0.07 bar)
2.1 Capacity
The person/load capacity is determined by the availability of proper seating on the kayak.
Acceptable seating determines the number of passengers, not the overall load capacity.
Skedaddle 1™ Kayak Capacity Label
WARNING: Do not exceed the certied maximum capacities under any circumstances.
Overloading will reduce freeboard and increase the likelihood of swamping, especially in heavy
seas. Overloading causes handling to become sluggish, making it dicult to react quickly.
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2.2 Features
SPECIAL FEATURES:
Rigid Bow and Stern: Built-in rigid panels dene the bow and stern and improve tracking.
Durable and Light: Unique outer cover provides durability in a lightweight design.
Easy to Set Up: New Twist valves and high ow Spring valves allow for quick setup time.
Comfortable: High support seat provides comfort for hours of paddling.
Hull Design: Landing plate and tracking n improve performance.
NOTE: Product graphics may vary
by model.
3. ASSEMBLY/INFLATING/DEFLATION INSTRUCTION
The Skedaddle 1™ Kayak has a rigid bow and stern that enhances its performance.
3.1 Assembly
Your kayak comes from the factory pre-assembled. The only assembly you should need to do is
aach the adjustable seat.
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3.2 Understanding Your Valves
Advanced Elements Skedaddle 1™ kayak uses the following valves. The Advanced Elements
spring valve has the function and durability of other military type valves and is compatible with
most standard pumps. The lock nut holds the valve in place with the cover for easy ination.
The following gures will have details on how to operate the valves.
NOTE:
Deate - Push-in center stem and
rotate clockwise to the locked position.
Valve stem should be pushed-in.
Inate - Push-in center stem and
rotate counter-clockwise to the locked
position. Valve stem should be pushed out.
Figure 1. Inate/Deate Spring Valve
OPERATING THE “TWIST” VALVES
TWIST TO OPEN / INFLATE / THEN CLOSE
TWIST VALVE
PUMP HOSE
INSERT
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Figure 2. Inate/Deate Twist Valve
To begin inating your kayak, you will need a Bellows Foot Pump or a Double Action Hand
Pump. Never use compressors, CO2 or compressed air as they may damage you kayak.
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Diagram of Ination Chambers
3.3 Inating
IMPORTANT: Inate your kayak in the following order. Failure to follow these instructions
maycausedamagetoyourkayak.Donotoverinate.When fully inated, the width of the
seating area should be between 15” to 16” at the widest point.
1. Inate chamber 1 “main” until the kayak feels rm to the touch. Neverover-inate!
2. Inate chamber 2 “oor” (using appropriate ing) until rm (1.0 psi ONLY).
3. Inate chamber 3 and 4 “wave deector” (using the appropriate ing) until rm.
4. Make sure all valves are closed tightly and properly.
3.4 OverInation
CAUTION: Water temperature and weather will aect the air pressure of the kayak. In cold
weather and water your kayak will lose some pressure. If this occurs, you may want to add a
bit more air to the kayak to improve performance. In hot weather or prolonged sunlight, the air
inside the kayak will expand. You must let some air out of the appropriate chambers to prevent
the kayak from failing due to overpressure. You should avoid exposing your kayak to extreme
temperatures (hot or cold).
3.5 Deation
1. Remove the cap from chamber 1.
2. Push stem inward and rotate to deate position.
3. Twist the valve bodies open on chambers 2, 3, and 4.
4. Once the chambers are deated you can use your pump to vacuum out any additional air for
improve folding.
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3.6 Folding
NOTICE: Reverse your pump to completely deate all chambers.
1. Completely deate all air chambers and thoroughly dry the kayak and remove the seat.
2. Fold sides A and B inward.
3. Fold Bow and Stern section
inward (C and D).
4. Fold again at line (E).
5. Place into duel bag.
4. GUIDELINES FOR USAGE
Paddlesports can be very dangerous and physically demanding. The user of this product should
understand that participation in paddlesports may involve serious injury or death. Observe the
following safety standards whenever using this product. The user of this product acknowledges
both an understanding and an assumption of the risk involved in paddlesports.
Aer you have inated your kayak and before you put it in the water, inspect your equipment
for obvious signs of wear or failure. Review local rules and regulations and read again the
“CAUTION” statement.
Most areas have local laws and regulations about the use and equipment of small boats. Usually
a phone call to the local authorities will provide you with the needed information. Some areas
may require that you register and display a registration number on the front of your kayak.
Once you have been issued a number, it is best to ax it to the kayak by printing it on the
material with a permanent ink marker. If you are required to display a sticker or vinyl leers, an
inatable boat ID kit can be purchased at most marine stores.
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