Incept Stowaway S24K User manual

Owner’s Manual
Stowaway S24K / S26K
Dear Customer,
This manual will help you to easily and safely master your boat. It contains detailed de-
scriptions of the boat, the supplied or built-in equipment, and information about it’s con-
trol and maintenance. Please read it carefully and become familiar with the boat before
actually using it.
If this is your first boat or if you ha e changed the type of boat and do not know this type
well, please be well acquainted with it’s use and maintenance before taking it out on the
water. We want your first experience of your boat to be safe, comfortable and rewarding.
Your Dealer, National Yacht Federation or Club, or Raft, Canoe or Kayaking Association
will recommend to you appropriate training courses or qualified instructors.
Please store this manual in a safe place and hand it over to the new owner
should you sell the boat.
Contents:
1. Description
2. Specification (technical data)
3. Inflation / Assembly
4. Drain plu
5. Valve operation
6. Use of the boat
7. Care and cleanin
8. Packin
9. Repairs
10. Warranty
11. Safety on water
12. Information About Incept
13. Manufacturer
INCEPT Inflatable Boats
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1. Description
The Stowaway S24K / S26K has three separate main inflatable chambers which are the
two chambers of the main tube (1) and the hi h pressure inflatable floor (2). In the
unlikely event that one chamber punctures, the boat can still operate to shore. The in-
flatable keel (3) is inserted between the floor and the bottom of the boat and it’s function
is to improve the trackin and steerin of the boat.
The boat is fitted with the polyester coated marine plywood transom (4), Alloy seat (5),
pair of oars (6) secured in the oarlocks (7) , four rab/carry handles on the sides (8) and
two moulded carry handles on the boat transom (9).
The D-rin on the bow (10) is intended for tyin the boat to fixed objects (jetty), the two
D-rin s underside the bow (11) are for towin .
The drain plu (12) is situated on the bottom of the transom.
2. pecification
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towaway 24K towaway 26K
Length 2.40 m / 8’0” 2.60 m / 8’ 7”
Beam 1.50 m /5’ 0” 1.50 m /5’ 0”
Tube 40 cm / 16” 40 cm / 16”
Internal Beam 70 cm / 28” 70 cm / 28”
Air Chambers 4 4
Air Pressure - Main Tube 24 kPa / 4.0 psi 24 kPa / 4.0 psi
Air Pressure - Floor, Keel 60 kPa / 10.0 psi 60 kPa / 10.0 psi
Persons (Adults + Children) 3 4
Maximum Load 300 k / 660 lbs 330 k / 730 lbs
Weight (Tare) 28 k / 62 lb 29 k / 64 lb
ize packed 150 L / 5 c.ft 150 L / 5 c.ft
Recommended Motor rating 4kW / 5HP 4kW / 5HP
General construction Boat PVC 1080 sm/34oz 1100d PE
Air Deck 50mm Drop-stitch HD PE/pvc
Material

3. Assembly / Inflation
The Stowaway Yacht Tender is completely assembled from the factory.
However after cleanin your boat you will have to re-assemble.
Insert the inflatable keel into the boat with the valve pointin to the front and up. The
keel is secured in its position by means of Velcro straps. Follow the Fi . A and B.
Insert the inflatable floor into the boat and spread it evenly so the ed es of the floor fit
under the sponsons of the boat. See Fi . C. The aluminium plate reinforces the floor and
pushes the keel down for more ri idity. Do not remove the reinforcin aluminium plate.
Fig. A Fig. B Fig. C
Before you be in inflation close the valves. (See section 4. Val e operation)
To inflate pump the main tubes up to 24kPa / 4.0 psi so the tube feels firm. Use the pro-
vided foot bellow pump on low pressure settin . See Fi . D
Inflate the floor of your boat to 60kPa / 10psi so it feels hard (Fi . E) and inflate the keel
to the same pressure as the floor (Fi . F). To pump volume air keep the black plu in
place. To pump pressure remove the plu .
Fig. D Fig. E Fig. F
When finished with inflation, assemble the oars and secure in the oar locks.
Secure the seat in the seat holders.
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4 . Drain plug
Install the stainless steel
clip (Fi . G) that is taped to
the transom to prevent
loosin the plu (Fi . H).
Follow the Fi ures G and H.
Fig. G Fig. H
5. Valve operation
All air chambers of your INCEPT boat are fitted with Halkey-Roberts inflation valves that
enable inflation / deflation of the boat, enable pressure re ulation in the chambers by
manually releasin air, and allows the measurement of pressure in the chambers by
means of an optional pressure au e.
Fig. I
The valves are operated by
pressing down the inter-
nal stem and twisting a
quarter turn. (See Fi . I)
When the stem holds down
the valve is open.
To inflate the boat, first close
the valve by releasin the
stem with a twist.
To release the pressure push down the stem and let out some air out.
Important: After inflation, fit the valve caps to prevent the entry of water, gravel
and dirt.
6. Use of the boat
Your INCEPT inflatable boat is desi ned for recreational and water tourin purposes.
Whenever the kayak is used on public waterways, Waterway Traffic Rules must be ob-
served. Operation of your INCEPT inflatable boat does not require any licence but it is re-
quired that the person in char e knows the techniques of small boat operation within the
scope necessary for its operation, as well as the valid navi ation rules of the particular
country.
Every person in your INCEPT boat must sit in their proper seat and wear a PFD - personal
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Stowaway inflatable-keel yacht tenders can be expected to plane if the load
and trim is right, it manoeuvres well in waves, and tows well without
hunting with correct tether length.
floatation device (buoyancy aid) at all times.
ATTENTION
Prior to each use of the boat, check if there are any special regulations, restric-
tions or rules connected with the river, surface of water or area in which you
aim to operate.
WARNING:
On large surfaces of water (seas, lakes) pay attention to off-shore winds and
currents. Currents and breezes may make it impossible to return to shore.
WARNING:
Incept Inflatable Boats should not be used in challenging or extreme conditions
(wind, storm) or in reduced visibility (night, fog, rain).
7. Care and cleaning
The material of the boat is treated with Acrylic lacquer that keeps the boat clean and
lookin ood. New unpacked boats may show white creases in places where the boat was
folded. These are micro- cracks in the surface of the lacquer and is a natural behaviour of
the material. The white creases disappear with warmth – say in sun after an hour or so –
and should not return.
Use warm soapy water or li htly abrasive household cleanser to remove dirt and stains.
Remove the floor and the keel to clean out the sand and dirt which may accumulate under
the sand flap (the junction between the floor and the sponsons). This can be abrasive,
cuttin into the material and causin wear spots.
Dry thorou hly and store rolled up.
Wipe the craft with 303 Protectant every 3 months to retain as-new appearance.
Caution: Never drag the rolled-up boat on any surface, including carpet. Fric-
tional heat on fold edges can instantly burn through the coating leaving bare
spots to the polyester weave.
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8. Packing of the boat
To deflate the boat open the valves of all 4 air chambers and let the air out. Fold the tran-
som forward - inside the boat. Then fold both conical ends of the boat over the transom
towards the middle. See fi . I.
Roll the boat over the transom towards the front pushin the air out. See Fi . J and K.
Repeat if necessary.
Fig. I Fig. J Fig. K
Secure the bundle with the provided compression
strap (Fi . L) and store in the carry ba .
Fig. L
9. Repairs
A basic repair kit of boat material and adhesive is included with the boat.
With the kit is a polyurethane contact adhesive which requires warm and dry workin
conditions. Preparation of a permanent repair is as follows:
• Cut a patch to fit the repair leavin 25 - 40 mm (1" - 1½") ed e distance to the hole.
Radius the corners for appearance and resistance to liftin .
• Dry the glue surfaces and clean with a solvent damped cloth. MEK (methyl
ethyl ketone) is preferred and available from ood hardware stores – in the USA,
obtain from Buildin Depot or Hammer Hardware stores. Paint thinners are not rec-
ommended since actual solvents used are not advertised and can be detrimental to
the product. The purpose is to remove dirt and plasticisers - not noticeable to the
eye, but it does spoil lue adhesion. (En lish version)
• Position the patch and mark the outline on to the boat with a pencil or ball pen.
• Brush lue on to both surfaces. Do not over-brush as the lue will dra and be
lumpy. Allow to dry, say 15 - 20 minutes. If the lue is thin and easily brushed, allow
to dry and apply a second coat. This is important.
• Place the patch in position and get well warm to the touch usin a hair dryer or hot-
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air un. Heat activates the lue, providin an instant and permanent bond. Work down
with a hard tool, applyin pressure to the patch while warm.
Temporary repairs can be effected without heat or solvent if the patch is applied before
one of the lued surfaces is dry, i.e. while still sli htly tacky.
Note: Factory repairs use the same adhesive with the addition of an acti ator. This has
the effect of reatly increasin bond stren th, resistance to heat and resistance to wa-
ter. It has limited shelf life. Supplies of activator in New Zealand are obtainable from In-
cept. Otherwise visit <http://www.incept.co.nz/inflatable_rafts_FAQ2.htm>.
10. Warranty
INCEPT inflatable boats are uaranteed for a period of five years in non-commercial use.
Any defects in materials or workmanship found durin that period will be made ood by
Incept Marine Ltd at no cost, provided only that the boat is returned to the Taihape NZ
factory or the nearest authorised repair depot, frei ht paid.
Warranty is not transferable with boat ownership. Dama e to internal baffles caused by
tamperin with the pressure relief valves are not covered by warranty.
11. afety on water
CAUTION
PADDLE PORT / WATER PORT CAN BE VERY DANGEROU AND PHY ICALLY
DEMANDING. The user of this product should understand that participation in Paddle-
sports / Watersports may involve serious injury or death. Observe the followin safety
standards whenever usin this product.
Get Paddlesports / Watersports instruction specific to this type of craft.
Obtain certified first aid trainin 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 re-
sult in hypothermia.
Check your equipment prior to each use for si ns of wear or failure.
Never paddle / o boatin alone.
Do not paddle in flood conditions.
Be aware of appropriate river water levels, tidal chan es, dan erous currents and
weather chan es.
Scout unfamiliar water; porta e where appropriate.
Do not exceed your paddlin ability; be honest with yourself.
Consult your physician prior to be innin your Paddlesports trainin .
You must not use alcohol or mind-alterin dru s prior to usin this product.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the use of this product.
If additional outfittin is required, use manufacturer's approved materials only;
do not impair entry or exit access.
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Read owner's information packet prior to usin this product.
The user of this product acknowled es both an understandin and an assumption of the
risk involved in Paddlesports / Watersports.
12. Information About Incept
Incept Marine Ltd is a New Zealand based manufacturer and international supplier of
world class inflatable marine boats, inflatable rafts, -kayaks and -canoes, inflatable rescue
and fishin craft to multiple market sectors.
The factory is a modern purpose-built facility with the latest machinery and with lon -
term skilled staff in Taihape, a central North Island location close to mountains, lakes and
rivers.
All inflatable boats made by Incept have 100% heat welded air chambers usin variously
all three available weldin technolo ies.
Focus on Performance
Incept inflatable boats are desi ned by professional en ineers - boatin enthusiasts - to
achieve optimum waterline shapes and exceptional handlin . In INCEPT Marine careful
consideration is iven to every known inter-action in inflatable boat desi n.
13. Manufacturer
Incept Marine Ltd
126 Hautapu treet
Taihape 4720
New Zealand
(Postal) PO BOX 26 Taihape 4742
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.incept.co.nz
Incept Marine Ltd, 126 Hautapu treet, Taihape, New Zealand
Telephone [phone], Fax [phone]
Email [email protected].nz Website www.incept.co.nz
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