Fish Cat 5 MAX Manuel utilisateur

FISH CAT 5 MAX OWNER’S MANUAL

ALWAYS WEAR A COAST GUARD APPROVED FLOTATION DEVICE

WHEN OPERATING THE FISH CAT 5 MAX.

Know the limits of your abilities and the limits of your equipment.

Changes in air temperature and elevation may cause the air inside the Fish Cat

5 Max to expand, which could cause a tube to burst. Always release some air

when these conditions occur.

Never leave your boat sitting in direct sunlight when it is out of the water.

This owner’s manual will help you with initial set-up of your new ﬂoat tube, provide basic safety information and

maintenance tips, and cover simple ﬁeld repair.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN,

Check for damaged or missing parts.

1 - Fish Cat 5 Max 1 - LCS Apron

Inﬂation Pump

Repair kit

2 - Gray PVC

1 - Gray pack cloth

1 - Vinyl

2 - Alcohol prep pads

3 - Type B tear-aid patches

1 - Vinyl valve adapter

1 - Boston valve adapter

1 - Sandpaper

Items needed for assembly (NOT included)

Items needed:

Fish Cat 5 Max

Cap

Core valve assembly

Base

Fish Cat 5 Max

Inﬂation pump

Step 1: Inﬂation

Step 2: Adjust the Seat

1. Close core valve assemblies and open valve cap.

2. Inﬂate the Fish Cat 5 Max to about 2.0 PSI using the hand pump. Depending on the brand of pump you are using, you can

use either the adapters that come with the pump, or the vinyl tubing and Boston valve adapter to attach the pump to the

valve.

3. A good rule to gauge the proper pressure is to push with your thumb at the center of the tube, when you can deﬂect about

3/4” from the top surface of the tube, it will be close to 2.0 psi.

4. The air chambers should be evenly inﬂated to prevent disﬁguration of the ﬂoat tube.

5. Cap the valves

1. Clip the seat straps to the side release buckles on the ﬂoat tube.

2. Tighten the straps through the ladder lock buckle in the back of the seat.

3. Adjust the seat straps for most comfortable ﬁt.

Changes in air temperature and elevation could cause the air inside the ﬂoat tube to expand which could cause

damage to the AIREcells. Never leave your fully inﬂated tube sitting in direct sun light out of the water.

Always release some air when these conditions occur.

Step 3: Install the LCS Apron

Deﬂation

Items needed:

Fish Cat 5 Max

LCS Apron

1. Secure left side apron stays into the stay pockets on the Fish Cat 5 Max. The rear apron stay pocket is located 5” from the

front edge of the seat.

2. Once seated in the Fish Cat5 Max, insert right side of apron stays.

3. The apron stays come extra long, trim stays so the Stripping Apron is 2” above your thighs.

1. To deﬂate the Fish Cat 5 Max, loosen the core assembly of the Boston valve.

Short Term Storage - Allow to air dry, deﬂate and roll loosely.

Long Term Storage - Store your ﬂoat tube dry and clean. After use, rinse off all debris and allow the tube to air dry on soft

pressure and out of direct sunlight. Residual water inside the bladders/AIREcells will not damage the tube. Store in a cool,

dry place out of sunlight and away from exhaust fumes. If you store your tube inﬂated you should be able to pinch an inch of

material.

To avoid excessive wear and extend the life of this ﬂoat we recommend transporting this craft in a Outcast Sporting Gear boat

bag or cover with clean, dry tarp. Do not load other equipment, particularly heavy or sharp objects, on top of the craft. If you

transport your boat in an open truck bed please make sure all sharp objects are removed because more boats are damaged in

transport than on the water.

Valve caps should always be in place whenever transporting an inﬂated boat.

Your ﬂoat tube is constructed with high quality materials and superior workmanship however, as with all outdoor equipment

proper cleaning and maintenance will extend the use of the product and allow it to perform better. Most damaging to your

inﬂatable tube are extended UV exposure, insect repellents, mold and mildew.

To keep your ﬂoat tube performing at its best, please following these simple instructions.

• Do not set your boat on sharp objects.

• Do not over inﬂate your boat.

• Keep the zippers clean.

• Clean the boat with soap and water.

• Allow the boat to dry before rolling.

• Close the lid on ﬁsh attractants when in ﬂoat tube pockets as they can cause damage to the AIREcell.

The D-Rings on the bottom of the ﬂoat tube are for backpack straps only.

Storage

TransportTransport

Cleaning and Maintenance

This boat contains a starter repair kit that includes equipment for basic repair. Here is a list of items (not included) which you

should strongly consider keeping with your repair kit at all times.

• *1/4 pint Stabond 2-part adhesive

• Scissors or knife

• Small paintbrush

• Roller

• Rag

• Duct tape

• Old toothbrush

• Popsicle stick

• Standard Screwdriver

• Extra AIREcell is the ultimate extended trip repair item

(*It’s recommended to replace the glue every year or after use.)

1. Valve does not retain air when pump is removed.

• Clear any debris that might be preventing the valve from sealing. This can be accomplished by either pumping quick

bursts of air into the valve or removing the core valve assembly and cleaning the valve with a cotton swab and

denatured alcohol.

• Make sure that the core valve assembly is tight. Tighten valve if necessary.

2. Tube becomes soft after inﬂation process.

• Determine which air chamber is soft. Make sure the valve is functioning correctly, with no signs of leaking.

• Thermal contraction is normal, be sure to top off the ﬂoat tube after sitting in cold water.

• Find the hole in the AIREcell and patch with the Tear Aid patch.

3. Tube is puckered or shows a void when inﬂated.

• The AIREcell might be misaligned. Deﬂate the tube(s) and as they are brought back up to pressure, manipulate the

tube(s) to free the AIREcell as it inﬂates. If this does not ﬁx the problem, deﬂate the boat, open the zipper and adjust

the AIREcell.

4. Zipper is difﬁcult to operate.

• Use a combination of soap, water and an old toothbrush to clean and clear the zipper of debris.

5. Tear Aid patch does not stick to AIREcell.

• Make sure the area to be patched is dry and clean. Use the alcohol pad to prep the area.

Items Needed:

Rag

Type B adhesive patch

Alcohol prep pad

Tear Aid instruction sheet

1. For most repairs, the airecell does not need to be removed completely.

2. Locate the hole in the boat and access that area of the airecell and outer skin by opening the zipper.

3. Using a rag, dry the area to be worked on.

4. Clean the area with alcohol prep pad and let the area air dry.

5. Peel backing paper off Type B adhesive patch and apply patch over punctured area. (See Tear Aid instruction sheet for more

details.)

6. Press and rub patch so that the patch seals completely, without bubbles.

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