Malibukayaks Stealth-14 User manual

Stealth-14
Owners Manual
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You’re an avid sherman, getting your rst cast in before the sun starts its day.
Or maybe you’re an adventurer/explorer extraordinaire, mapping out every
corner of every body of water the globe has to oer. Perhaps you’re a tness
nut looking for new exciting ways to improve your physique. Whatever the
reason, you’re a seafarer, and the kayak is the ideal vessel for you.
Since 1999, Malibu Kayaks has designed high-quality, aordable kayaks for
hardcore enthusiasts and curious parties alike. Recreational paddlers love our
kayaks, anglers swear by our angler kayaks, and tness experts enjoy riding
the waves on a Malibu Kayaks surf ski. For over a decade we’ve created kayaks
based on what’s important to the kayaker. It’s been that way since our humble
beginnings.
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About Us
Getting To Know Your Kayak..............................................................................................1
Anatomy.......................................................................................................................................2
Kayak Packages........................................................................................................................3
Kayak Features
- Gator Hatch..............................................................................................................5
- Adjustable Footrest Pedals & Flush Mount Rod Holder...........................9
- Side Bungee Carry Handles..............................................................................11
- 3 Piece Hatch.........................................................................................................13
- Seat Mount.............................................................................................................19
- Rectangular Hatch...............................................................................................21
- Backwell Storage..................................................................................................23
- Drain System.........................................................................................................25
- Kayak Brass Inserts..............................................................................................27
Optional Features
- X-Wing Sliding Console.....................................................................................31
- 5 Gal. Live Bait Bucket........................................................................................31
- Trolling Motor Mount........................................................................................33
- Universal Rudder Kit..........................................................................................33
- X-Tank......................................................................................................................34
- 4”Round Hatch.....................................................................................................34
Transportation ......................................................................................................................36
Maintenance............................................................................................................................38
Repair..........................................................................................................................................39
Storage.......................................................................................................................................40
Safety .........................................................................................................................................42
Replacement Parts & Optional Accessories..............................................................43
Warranty.....................................................................................................................................46
Expedite Claim.......................................................................................................................47
Table of Contents
INSTALLATION MANUALS INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS

Getting To Know Your Kayak
A kayak has basic features. The front of the kayak is the bow and the rear is
the stern. When sitting in the kayak, facing the bow, the left side of the kayak
is port and the right side of the kayak is starboard. The hull ID number (KPO
sticker) can be found on the starboard side of the kayak at the stern.
The gator hatch is one of our patented designs, that allows full access to the
hull while providing additional bungee storage and a child seat. In the middle
of the boat, there is a cockpit area with foot wells (toward the bow) and a
seating area (towards the stern). Inside the cockpit, there are holes that go
all of the way through the kayak called scuppers. These scuppers allow the
kayak to drain. In the center of the kayak there is the 3 piece hatch that can be
used for storage, a livewell bait tank, and a standing platform. The rectangular
hatch allows access to the inside of the kayak for extra storage. Like many of
our models, the Stealth-14 is equipped with a backwell bungee storage, which
is an ideal placement for a 5 gallon live bait bucket. It can also be used as
storage for any gear you wish to bring on board and hold securely with our
sturdy bungee cord. Threaded eyelets are installed along the rails of the kayak
to attach numerous accessories e.g. seat, tackle box, dry bag, etc. Your kayak
also has a designed drain system to drain out any water that’s inside of the
kayak hull.
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Bow
Soft Grip Handle
Gator Hatch Seat
Bungee Storage
1.5” Buckle
Adjustable Footrest Pedals
Oval Hatch
Scupper Hole
Clear Cap
Side Hatch
Bungee Side Carry Handle w/
Paddle Holder
Front Strap Seating Eyelet
Seat Drainage
Back Strap Seating Eyelet
Rectangular Hatch
Flush Mount Rod Holder
Trolling Motor Mount Inserts
Seating Area
Threaded Eyelet
Back Well Storage w/ Bungee Ropes
5 Gallon Bucket Placement Holder
Shock Cord Cleat
Nylon Bungee Hook
Hull Drainage
Stern
Cockpit
Back Well
StarboardPort
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Anatomy
Rudder Kit/Motor Inserts

Rigged, set, and ready to go! Our Fishing and Diving packages come equipped
with all the rod holders and hatches you’ll ever need. Never fear though, there
is still plenty of room left for you to install even more.
Packages
Specications
Fish and Dive
The top of the line Stealth series, the Stealth-14 provides ample 550 lb. storage
capacity, Gator Hatch, patented casting platform, and of course, our 3-hatch
Center Bait Tank System. A must for the discerning angler who demands
everything.
The weight stated above is only the base weight. The actual weight of the
kayak may vary by accessories on other packages.
Length: 14’4” Width: 33” Depth: 12” Weight: 65 lbs Max Capacity: 550 lbs
Stealth-14 Kayak Packages
Fish and Dive Package (overall weight: 89 lbs.)
Includes a molded cup holder, adjustable foot track system, threaded eyelets,
threaded eyelet w/ base, nylon hooks, shock cord cleat, bow & stern handles,
side carry handles/paddle holders, rear bungee storage, center bait tank
system, gator hatch, rear single point rectangular hatch w/ bag, two front, two
rear rod holders, and transducer ready mount.
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Large StorageFish Finder Livewell Tank Standing Platform Extra Seating
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Gator Hatch Seat
(PCM-1911)
Gator Hatch
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Child Seat
Gator Hatch also provides a patented design seat so your little one can
safely join you on board.
Hull Storage
Remove Gator Hatch to access the inside of your kayak. The inside of your
kayak can be used to store your equipment before or after your shing trip.

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Gator Hatch
Bungee Storage
The Gator Hatch bungee cord can be utilized to strap down smaller items
like a water bottle or a small tackle box.
Secure Gator Hatch
Before launching your kayak into the water, make sure to secure the Gator
Hatch by strapping bungee cords to the shock cord cleats and buckle up as
arrows indicated. This will prevent water leakage into your kayak.
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Shock Cord Cleats
(PM-1553R)
Gator Hatch Bungee
Storage
(FM-2211R)
1.5” Buckle
(PM-1503R)

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Adjustable Footrest Pedals
Foot pedals can easily be adjusted by sliding them across the track. Press/
hold to lift the lever tab and adjust the slide pedal across track for a
comfortable position.
Adjustable Footrest Pedals & Flush Mount Rod Holder
Flush Mount Rod Holder
Mount your gear into one of the shing rod holders to free your hands
and bait a shing hook. Our Accessory Leash can attach your shing rod
securely to any ush mount rod holder.
press
adjust
Flush Mount
Rod Holders
(PCM-1922R)
Adjustable
Footrest Pedals
(PM-1556R)

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Side Bungee Carry Handles
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Side Bungee
Carry Handle
(PCM-1906R)
Side Bungee Carry Handle
The side bungee carry handles can be utilized to strap down your paddle.
Simply wrap the bungee cord over your paddle and attach it to the nylon
lashing hook.

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V-Tab Drainage
Livewell Bait Tank
(PC-1148)
3 Piece Hatch
Livewell Bait Tank
Ideal for fresh live bait and a place to keep catch-and-release sh. Purchase
the livewell pump kit for the stealth series and download the instructional
manual for installation.
V-Tab Drainage
Drill holes on the outtake tab for drainage. Visit our support page on
our website for the instructional manual. (3. Live Well Pump Installation
Manual–Stealth Series)

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Standing Platform
Patented center standing platform is stable enough for casting your shing
line or stand up paddling.
Clear Cap
(PCM-1920)
Side Hatch/Standing
Platform
(PCM-1917S)
3 Piece Hatch
Clear Cap
Instead of opening the oval hatch, remove the threaded clear cap to reach
into the livewell for bait. This will keep your bait secure in rough waters
during your kayak shing trip.

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Side Hatch with
Removable Dry Bag
(PCM-1920)
Side Hatch with Removable Dry Bag
The basket inside the 3 piece side hatch is removable; this provides access
to the kayak hull.
3 Piece Hatch

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Front Seat Straps
Our seat hooks clip from the upper straps to threaded eyelets that are
near the front of the seating area.
Back Seat Straps
The back seat hooks clip from the lower to threaded eyelets that are near
the back of seating area. Adjust straps for a comfortable seating position.
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Front Seat Strap Eyelet
(PM-1551R)
Back Seat Strap Eyelet
(PM-1551R)
Seat Mount
lower
upper

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Rectangular Hatch
(Rear) (PCM-1916R)
To access the rectangular hatch, simply lift the T-handle and twist to the
left to unlock. Pull T-Handle to lift the hatch.
The basket inside is removable; this provides access to the kayak hull which
can be utilized for large storage.
Rectangular Hatch
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Backwell Bungee
Storage
(FM-2211R)
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Backwell Storage
Backwell Bungee Storage
It is a perfect place to store any extra equipment you would like to bring
on board. The backwell also has a design placement holder for a 5 gallon
live bait bucket.

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Threaded Eyelet w/
Washer (Seat Drainage)
(PM-1552R)
Threaded Eyelet w/
Washer (Hull Drainage)
(PM-1552R)
Hull Drainage
Unscrew threaded eyelet, located near the stern of the kayak, to drain out
any excess water from inside the hull.
Seat Drainage
Unscrew threaded eyelet to drain excess water from the seating area for a
comfortable ride.
Drain System

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Trolling Motor
Mount Inserts
Rudder Kit/Motor
Mount Inserts
Kayak Brass Inserts
Trolling Motor Mount Inserts
Located behind the seating area, these inserts are specically designed to
install our quarter inch cross bar.
Rudder Kit/Motor Inserts
Located at the stern of the kayak, the rudder kit/motor inserts are
specically designed to mount our universal rudder kit.

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Transducer Inserts
29 30
Kayak Brass Inserts
Transducer Inserts
Your kayak comes with a Lowrance suited transducer mount located at the
bottom of the kayak stern.

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Designed for ergonomic shing with eortless control in reaching for
electronics, shing rods and a 4” round hatch for dry storage. The adapter
brackets are required to install the X-Wing sliding console onto your kayak.
5 Gal. Place Holder
(PM-1551R)
X-Wing Console
(PM-1540) X-Wing Sliding Console
5 Gal. Live Bait Bucket with Screw on Lid
Optional Features
Keep your bait safe and ready for use in this sturdy bucket. We also
recommend using our pump kit to create a live-well to store live bait and
small catch-and-release sh.

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Trolling Motor
Mount
(MM-4167)
Universal Rudder Kit
(PCM-1927R)
Optional Features
Trolling Motor Mount
A long crossbar ( 2”x2”x34” ) made of 1/4” steel, built for easy installation
and powder coated to resist the elements. (Includes Hardware)
Universal Rudder Kit
Steer your kayak hands-free with our durable Universal Rudder Kit.
Designed to t most major brand kayaks that have adjustable foot tracks
and the ability to access the hull near the stern of the kayak. All assembly
parts, foot pedals, and tracks are included.

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4” Round Hatch
(PCM-1909)
X-Tank
(EC-4008)
Optional Features
X-Tank
Add more storage possibilities to your kayak by removing your rectangular
hatch lid and adding the X-tank. Doubles as an elevated seating platform
when closed, ideal for comfortable seated shing.
4” Round Hatch
Install our 4” round hatch to get interior access for additional hardware
installation projects like rudders or a trolling motor. (Includes Hardware)