KL Outdoor Water Wheeler ASL User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Water Wheeler ASL
Electric Pedal Boat
1790 Sun Dolphin Drive
Muskegon, Michigan 49444
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website www.sundolphin.com
Rev.1 10/2016

Congratulations on the recent purchase of your new pedal boat! You have purchased a boat from one of the nations leading
manufacturers of small boats. Your boat represents years of commitment to product design, excellence in engineering and quality
in manufacturing. With proper care and maintenance your pedal boat should last for many years to come. Please call our helpful
and knowledgeable Customer Support Department if you have any questions.
MATERIALS
Your pedal boat is manufactured from High Density Polyethylene (HDPE). It is a very durable material. Our specially formulated
HDPE has an ultra-violet inhibitor blended throughout the material to reduce color fade and maintain its strength. Polyethylene is
a somewhat flexible material with some memory. This means it has a tendency to return to its original molded shape if distorted.
All boats are equipped with closed cell foam for flotation.
BOAT SET-UP
Rudder
Install the rudder. Be sure to attach the cotter ring through the end of the clevis pin to hold the pin in place.
The “flag” portion of the rudder points away from the boat.
Adjustable Seat Backs
Two adjustable seats come with our Water Wheeler ASL Electric Pedal Boat. Adjust the seat to accommodate
your height by placing it in the notched positions. For lounging, simply place seat in the back footwell notches.
Drain Plug
Make sure your drain plug is secure. The drain plug is in the center bow of the boat just below the rubrail.
See Photo #1.
Electric Motor
Locate the box containing the motor and other accessories and carefully follow the installation instructions.
Please refer to Operating Your Electric Pedal Boat for additional information. Note: battery not included.
If you choose you may manually pedal your boat as well.
Photo #1
Drain Plug Location

1. Carefully follow the installation instructions provided by the motor manufacturer. Be sure to attached the color-coded wires to the
proper terminals. Do not install the motor with the boat in the water.
2. Install the battery (not included). The battery should be either a F24 or F27 RV/Marine Deep cycle 12 VDC battery. Position the
battery so the terminals are closest to the back seat. Be sure to attach the battery leads to the proper poles. Red is positive (+) and
black is negative (-). Secure the battery with the battery strap. DO NOT transport the boat on a trailer or pick up truck with the
battery installed. Bouncing and jarring of the battery during transport could crack the battery compartment.
3. Install the prop on the motor using the shear pin and prop nut. Make sure the prop nut is snug.
4. The control panel has a forward/reverse and speed control switch. It provides five forward speeds and three reverse. Lower the
motor to the operating position by pressing the spring in the middle to break the spring tension. Do not operate the motor in the
“UP” position. Stay clear of the prop. The motor should rotate counter clockwise. Set the direction control switch to REVERSE
and repeat procedure. The motor should turn clock-wise. All five speeds in forward and three in reverse should operate properly. If
they don’t review the wiring diagram carefully and make sure all wires are connected to the proper terminals. If the unit still fails to
operate properly, contact the motor manufacturer for assistance.
5. You should be able to operate your electric pedal boat 2-5 hours on a fully charged deep cycle marine battery. Running the motor
at less than top speed significantly extends the time before the battery needs recharging. If the battery should run down to the
extent that progress is unsatisfactory you have the option of manually pedaling the boat to supplement the thrust of the motor.
Paperwork
Warranty Registration
To properly register your boat with KL Outdoor for warranty validation please fill out the warranty registration
form online at www.sundolphin.com. Please review our full warranty statement. The serial number can
be found on the outside of the hull in the back right corner just under the rubrail. See Photo #2.
Manufacturers Statement of Origin (MSO)
You should receive a MSO with your new boat. Some states may require a MSO for proper registration of your
boat. If you plan on putting an electric motor on then it may be necessary to register it. Please check with your
local dealer or state licensing bureau.
Photo #2
Serial Number Location

Owner’s Manual
Keep your owner’s manual for future reference. It is a good idea to write down the following information:
Serial Number ________________________________
Date of Purchase ________________________________
Purchased from ________________________________
Applying Decals
Before applying boat registration decals (if required), clean the area with alcohol or any solvent that does not leave a residue. Make
sure solvent is put aside and is dry. Using a propane torch, lightly pass the flame back and forth over the area where the decals will
be applied. Don’t try to heat the surface. This process will enhance the adhesion of the decals.
OPERATING YOUR ELECTRIC PEDAL BOAT
Electric Motor Operation
Follow all safety precautions. When launching, be sure the motor is in the “up position”. To put it in the up position lift the handle up
until the spring is straight. The spring is stiff enough to hold the motor in this position. CAUTION: When the motor is in the “UP”
position the motor skeg may extend up to ¼” below the pontoons. Do not drag or push boat. This may cause irreparable damage
to the motor if jammed.
Battery Charging
Make sure the battery is fully charged. Charging should be done in an area out of the weather. A 100 VAC/12 VDC automatic bat-
tery charger with at least 6 amps 12 VDC output capacity is recommended. An automatic model will prevent overcharging and dam-
aging the battery. Follow the guidelines below for charging:
1. Remove the battery from the boat and connect it to the battery charger in a sheltered area out of the weather.
2. If the charger has a dual voltage setting be sure it is set at 12 VDC. Make sure the 110 VDC power connection is protected by a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).
3. Connect the battery charger to a 110 VAC outlet. Be sure to carefully follow all instructions in the charger operations manual.

Charging is best accomplished by leaving the charger connected overnight. Charging time will vary from a couple of hours to a
couple of days depending on the capacity of the charger and the state of discharge of the battery. CAUTION: Do not attempt
to charge the battery in the boat while the boat is in the water.
Remember you are handling a 110 VAC power source. If the charger is kicked into the water, exposed to rain or if the power
cord falls into the water a short or severe electrical shock could result if the 100 VAC circuit is not protected by a GFCI. Follow
the charging procedures manual supplied with the charger.
Motor Operation and Control
Do not run the motor out of the water for more than a few seconds. Water acts as a lubricant for the motor shaft seal. Once
the boat is in the water (make sure the water is deep enough) lower the motor by pressing the spring under the handle in the middle
until it folds in half and allows the motor to drop into position. Do not operate the motor in the “UP” position. This could damage
the prop, motor and hull. Set the direction switch to FORWARD or REVERSE and set the speed control to the desired speed. The
motor will start immediately. Steer the boat by turning steering handle right or left. Do not immediately shift from #3, 4 or 5 forward
speed to #1, 2 or 3 reverse speed. The sudden counter rotation of the motor could damage some of its internal components and
significantly shorten the motor life.
Prior to beaching the boat be sure to raise the motor and lock it in the “UP” position by extending the spring until it is straight.
Battery life between charges is dependent upon hours of operation and also at what speed the boat is operated. Operation at less
than top speed will extend the usable period between each battery charge.
The electric motor circuitry is protected by a 30 amp circuit breaker located on the control panel. If the prop becomes fouled with
weeds or fishing line or strikes an object the amp draw from the battery will “trip” (pop out) and interrupt the flow of electricity to
the motor and circuitry. If the circuit breaker “trips” and is telling you there is an electric overload turn the motor to “OFF”. Pedal
the boat to shore and raise the motor. Examine the prop carefully and remove anything that would impede the prop. Often fishing
line gets wrapped around the shaft and it’s not always visible.
Once the prop is clear lower the motor and push in the circuit breaker to reset it. If it trips again, don’t use the motor. Refer to the
trouble-shooting guide in this manual or call KL Outdoor.