Grand ranger R380 User manual

Inflatable Boat
RANGER
Models:
R380, R420, R460
USER`S MANUAL
GRANDRANGERR380,R420
GRANDRANGERR380,R420, R460 UM13800

T he inflatable motor boat of the "RANGER " series relates to the category of pleasure boats and is intended for water sports,
hunting and fishing, tourism, use as a floating means on board of launches, yachts and other vessels.
TECHNICALDATASPECIFICATION
Model R380 R420 R460
Length m ft-inches 3,8 12' 6" 4,2 13'9" 4,6 15'1"
Width m ft-inches 1,9 6'3" 2,05 6'9" 2,05 6'9"
Tube diameter max m ft-inches 0.46 18" 0,48 19" 0,48 19"
Number of air chambers pcs 3+1 5+1 5+1
Carrying capacity kg lbs 700 1540 800 1760 900 1980
Pessengers capacity pers. 7 9 10
Max. engine power kW Hp 22,1 30 29,4 40 36,8 50
Nominal pressure bar PSI 0,15 2.15 0,15 2.15 0,15 2.15
Complete weight kg lbs 70 154 90 198 110 242
Package dimensions¹1 m ft-inches 1,48x0,68x0,38 / 4'10"x2'3"x1'3" 1,68x0,78x0,38/ 5'6"x2'7"x1'3" 1,68x0,93x0,43/ 5'6"x3'x1'5"
Package dimensions¹2 m ft-inches 1,28x0,63x0,23 / 4'2"x2'1"x9'' 1,28x0,78x0,23 / 4'2""x2'7"x9'' 1,28x0,78x0,23/4'2""x2'7"x9''
COMPLETESET
Model R380 R420 R460
Boat 1 1 1
Inflatablekeel 1 1 1
Plywood floor section 5 5 5
Removable H-shaped stop 4 4 4
Lateral beam 2 2 2
Wooden seat with stops and brackets 3 3 4
Footpump 1 1 1
Oars 2 2 2
Maintenance kit:
- repair patches 2 2 2
- seat stops 2 2 2
Carry bag 2 2 2
User's manual 1 1 1
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Pos Item
1 Inflatable tube
2 Towing eye
3 Tube inflation/deflation
valve
4 Rigidtransom
5 Transom plate
6 Drain valve
7 Sectional floor (full rigid deck)
8 Inflatable elastic keel
9 Keel inflation/deflation valve
10 Wooden seat
11 Oar lock
12 Lifeline stanchion
13 Lifeline
14 Wooden seat bracket
15 Oar post
16 Oar
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Sectionalfloor
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Pos Item
1 Floor section
2 Lateral beam
3 Removable H-shaped stop
4 Transom stop
5 Transom
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PREPARATIONFOREXPLOITATION
1. Unpack the boat and unfold the inflatable tube.
2. Activate all valve into inflation position (look below).
3. Straighten the keel along the bottom axis so that the keel valve
may be faced upwards.
4. Assemble the rigid floor. For that:
- insert the first section (the section number is applied on the
section upper surface) as far as possible into the bow angle;
- insert the transom section (last section) between the stops
provided on the transom as show on fig.1;
- set the removable H-shaped stops in the cut-outs provided on
the sections and fit all section together as show on fig.1;
Fig.1
- check that all sections and H-shaped stops are correctly aligned
- make sure that the adges of the remaining sections fall within
the folding line of the ballon and bottom connecting tape;
- to flattening floor apply the force to the sections connecting
zone apex as show on fig.2;
Fig.2
- set the lateral beams in the cut-outs providet on section,for that:
hook the floor edge with the beam from below and make a pushing
motion from top to bottom and forward as show on fig.3;
Fig.3
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INFLATION/DEFLATIONVALVES OPERATION
The valve has two positions of sliding part A corresponding to its
two conditions (modes):
– sliding part A is withdrawn - operation condition of the valve
(compartment air filling mode);
– sliding part A is recessed - valve in condition "OPEN"
(compartment air discharge mode).
In order to switch the valve over from one condition to another, just
press sliding part A with your finger to turn it by 90 degrees in any
direction until it is fixed.
Prior to begin the compartment filling process set all valves in the
operating condition. On completion of filling close the valves with
bonnets B (rotate them clockwise)(see Fig. 5).
In order to discharge air from the compartments, open the valves
(by counterclockwise rotation) and switch the valves over into
condition "OPEN".
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3
Fig.4
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- check to ensure that the beams don`t “catch” the balloon;
- make sure again that the section edges and beams fall within
the folding line of ballon and bottom connecting tape.
5. Apply the foot pump to fill the afterbody compartments with air to
the pressure being slightly below its rated value (the balloon will be
completely straightened). Then fill the forebody compartment with
air up to the rated pressure.
The rated pressure value is 0.15 bar (2.15 psi).
6. Fill the inflatable keel with air up to the rated pressure value
0.15 bar (2.15 psi).
7. Install the wooden seat. For that:
- insert the seat stops on the lower surface of the wooden seats
into the holes of the brackets on the tube,
- turn the stops caps to 90 degrees till they click as shown in the
figure (see Fig.4).
8. On completion of filling close the valves with bonnets B (rotate
them clockwise, see Fig.5).
9. Assemble the oars by entering the removable parts with blades
intothe locks untiltheclick.Use the holes providedintheoar handles
to set the oars into the rowlocks with the blades being faced to the
aft. Secure the oars in the holders.
10. When mounting the outboard engine make sure that it is reliably
fixed to the transom. In addition, take every precaution to avoid
any contacts of the fuel with the boat surfaces.
INFORMATION!
In order to discharge air from the compartments, open the valves
(by counterclockwise rotation) and switch the valves over into
condition "OPEN' (see Fig.5).
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MAINTENANCE
Main conditions of long service life is right and careful service.
Avoid excessive increasing of pressure in the board, especially
from heating by the sun rays.
After exploitation take off sand and dirt from boat surface, and
carefully dry it.
Avoid the water getting into the chambers. If a fuel or an oil / gas
gets to the boat surface it is necessary to wash the soiling place by
soap water as soon as possible and dry.
Pay attention to the condition of bottom and seat surfaces. If the
coating is destroyed it is necessary to dry this element and restore
the defend ply.
After the season prepare the boat to winter keeping. Clean boat
surface from sand and dirt and make the necessary repairs, if
damages take place. If it is possible, keep the boat in the open and
slightly pumped state in air temperature 0-25°C. The boat must be
protected from the sun rays.
Insignificant boat repairing (eliminating the board punctures or
cuts) you may carry out by yourself. In this case use the coated
fabric patches from the complete set. Ask your dealer for the correct
type of glue you may use for the repair.
In case if sufficient damages of floor, tube body, partitions or
seams it is recommended to apply for professional repair in
authorised service station.
OPERATINGREGULATIONS
Dear user,
We thank your for your purchase and do hope that you will have a
great fun of it. However, to make your joy and pleasure complete,
we would request you to read carefully and observe the directions
and recommendations specified
below.
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ATTENTION!
1. Boat exploitation with board and keel pressure more than nomi-
nal decreases boat service life.
2. Board air chambers and keel are hermetical if they keep own
form during 8 hours. In this case:
–primary pressure has to be nominal;
–input valves openings have to be tightly closed by plugs.
3. Until sailing satisfy oneself that drain opening on a transom is
closed by plug.
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Fig.5
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ITISSTRICTLYFORBIDDEN:
to handle the boat in the state of intoxication and without individual
rescue means being used (life-saving belts, jackets, etc.)
ITISFORBIDDEN:
-tooverloadtheboat above thedesignweight-carryingcapacity;
- to use an outboard engine of power exceeding the maximum
allowable value;
- to use the boat with the wave height being above 0.5 m;
- to bring the tube pressure up to the value exceeding the rated
one ( 0.15 bar/ 2.15 psi );
- to drag the boat across a rough surface.
Danger of usage of engine having insufficient or exces-
sive power
According to the safety regulations, each inflatable boat should be
furnished with an outboard engine having the maximum allowable
power. You will find the data on the maximum allowable power of the
engine on the manufacturer's plate with the designation of the model
type inscribed thereon. The plate is fixed in the afterbody of the boat.
However, your should choose the engine power within the allowable
range so as to ensure that you may safely reach the shore when
heading into the wind or into the current.
Observation of local shipping regulations
For each particular water area the local shipping regulations
are in force. You may apply for information to the appropriate
water transport and shipping directorate, as well as to the
water police.
Proper usage of boat equipment and accessories
Use the boat equipment and accessories only on their direct
purpose to ensure reliable service.
Availability of Oars
Even when sailing with an outboard engine you should
always have the oars available with you so that you were able
to reach the shore without outside assistance in case of any
damage to the boat.
Usage of emergency stop switch
On your request any outboard engine seller may provide your
engine with the emergency stop switch. During navigation the
switch should be connected to the wrist of your hand by
means of a cord. In case you fall overboard, even if being a
steersman, the switch will cut out the engine and the propeller.
This arrangement will enable you to avoid any traumas and to
reach the boat.
Prevention of damages caused by electrolyte or
fuel leakages
Take all possible precautions against penetration of fuel or
electrolyte from the storage battery into the inflatable boat. If
it does happen wash thoroughly the fouled spots with water.
Cargo arrangement and stowing, attachment of
items and prevention of falling overboard
You should be always sure that the number of people on
board never exceeds that specified in the user's manual or
on the manufacturer's plate provided on the transom. The boat
will retain an adequate floatability and will not keel over only
provided that the load is arranged reasonably. Therefore,
do not accommodate all passengers on the same side of the
boat. Arrange the cargo to be carried uniformly inside the
boat,all itemsbeingreliablesecuredonthebottomofthe boat.
All passengers should be accommodated inside the boat. The
occupied seats should not be left throughout the entire
sail ing time. When sailing with an outboard engine the
steersman should shift his body forward in the course of
accelerationtopreventtheboatforebodyfromraisingunder
the force of upthrust waves.
Presence of sharp and pricking objects on board
Despitethestrongshelloftheboatwearerecommendedto
handlesharpandprickingobjectsbeingonboardwithcare.
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Forexample,itconcernsaknifeblade,fish-hookpoint,etc.
Rockyshore,mole,shoals(forexample,sandbanks,
coral reefs, rocks)
Approachrockyshores,shoals,moles,etc.carefullytoavoid
damagestotheboat.Itisstrictlyprohibitedtodragtheboat
acrossroughsurfaces(shingle,rocks,concrete,etc.).
Check at navigation
Incaseofprolongednavigationwiththeuseofanoutboard
engine,regularlychecktoensurethattheengineisreliably
attachedtotheboat.Iftheenginewasattachedcarelesslythe
attachmentmayworklooseundertheactionofvibration.
Besides,checkair chamberspressureatregularintervals,
sincethepressuremayvaryundertheeffectsofoutsideair
temperatureandatmosphericpressurevariations.
Neverforgettomonitorregularlythequantityoffuelinthefuel
tank.Keepalwaysinmindthatthequantityoffuelshouldbe
sufficientforyoutosailtoyour finaldestination.
Availability of rescue means (life-saving jackets,
distress signals, spare parts)
Ifyouare planningtogobeyondtheprotectedwaterareas
youshould provideall passengers on board withlife-saving
jackets. All passengers should put on life-saving jackets
under strong wind and heavy seaways conditions. Those
passengerswhocannotswimshouldalways carry the life-
savingjacketswhileonboard!Itisalsorecommendedtokeep
constantlydistresssignalmeansonboard.
Towing
At towing the towing rope length should not be at least 3
lengthsoftheboat,theropebeingsecuredtobothboatsina
mannerensuring itsimmediately,single-motionrelease.
The steersman of the towed boat should be a ssisted by
another crew member to monitor the process of towing.
Damage to one of air chambers
Theinflatableboat is designed toprovide anadequatestability
in case of the complete damage to one the air chambers
(balloon compartments) at the expense of the remaining air
chambers and wooden floor. Thanks to it, you will be able to
reach safely the nearest shore. Reduce the speed and shift
your body to the undamaged part of the boat. Watch changes
in stability. After this immediately head for the nearest shore.
To prevent penetration of water into the boat, pull the shell of
the damaged air chambers upwards.
Anchor and mooring fast fastening
Fix the anchor and towing ropes in the forebody of the boat
to the front towing ring. Fix the back spring on the transom via
special holes.
Danger of currents and wind
Before navigation of the boat in unfamiliar waters make detail
inquiries about local conditions and regulations! Currents,
wind, shoals, rising and falling tides, as well as weather
variations may imply serious danger!
In emergency stay in boat
In any unexpected situation (engine failure, boat damage,
etc.) do not ever leave the boat provided it is still afloat. Even
if you believe that the shore is just nearby stay in the boat,
since you will be looked for in this particular place and, most
probably, will be found. Should the boat become partially
flooded throw heavy objects (batteries, fuel tank, engine)
overboard to ensure additional floatability.
The "GRAND" Company employees would like to wish you a
pleasant and safe leisure time!
In this case, certain communication gestures should be
agreed upon beforehand.
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