Nash Boat Life Inflatable RIB 180 User manual

USER MANUAL
INFLATABLE
RIB 180
RIB 240
RIB 320
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WARNING
• Do not inate one chamber of the boat in full at a time as this causes unnecessary stress to the inside bulkhead.
• Maintain similar balance of air in each chamber so the bulkheads that divide the main air chambers are maintained so that there is equal pressure
and approximate inated size on each side of the bulkhead.
• Over ination can cause structural damage to your boat. Do not allow your boat to stand in direct sunlight when out of the water, as this may
cause expansion to the point of damage or bursting.
NASH INFLATABLE BOATS
Thank you for purchasing a Nash Inatable Boat. Please read the information in this user guide for your own safety and correct care of your boat. Keep
this manual onboard where it will remain dry. If you sell your boat ensure the user guide is passed to the new owner.
BOAT SPECIFICATION
YOUR BOAT AND THE ENVIRONMENT
• Always use your boat with respect for the environment around you.
• Avoid exceeding the noise threshold and producing excessive fuel vapours.
• Your boat generates waves and noise that can be detrimental to the natural environment.
• Learn, understand and comply with local boating laws and regulations.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read the instructions carefully.
• Nash Inatable Boats are not designed for use in the sea.
• Carefully read the instruction manual provided with your choice of outboard engine should you choose to use one.
• It is the responsibility of the boat operator to learn and know the laws applicable to a boat and abide by them
regarding how it is to be equipped and operated.
• The applicable laws and regulations in force may change and differ according to the following factors:
1. the location where the boat is commissioned
2. the requirements of the local authorities
3. the type of use of the boat
4. the time of day
5. the operating conditions
6. the size, speed, route, type of boat (power, oars, etc.)
7. the navigation mode
• All passengers onboard must wear appropriate clothing and have a life jacket.
• Make sure that the boat’s standard equipment (oars, air pump and repair kit) is on board. Survival equipment other than the mandatory items is
sometimes necessary.
• An individual under the inuence of drugs or alcohol is not in a condition to pilot a boat.
• Do not exceed the maximum load rating and the maximum engine power indicated on the boats manufacturers plate.
• Special attention should be given to wind and currents, as their variation will affect fuel consumption.
MODEL FLOOR OVERALL
LENGTH
OVERALL
WIDTH
NO. OF
CHAMBERS
NET
WEIGHT
MAX
POWER
MAX LOAD
(KG)
MAX
PERSON
CE/UKCA
PLATE
RIB-180SL CFRP Slat 180cm 126cm 224.5KG 2.5KW/3.5HP 250 2ISO 9001:2015
RIB-240SL CFRP Slat 240cm 151cm 333.5KG 4.4KW/6HP 350 3ISO 9001:2015
RIB-320SL CFRP Slat 320cm 162cm 349.5KG 7.5KW/10HP 525 4+1 CE EN6185-2
(EN) Congratulations on purchasing a Nash Inatable Boat.
Register your boat to benet from an extended 24 month
warranty here: https://register.nashtackle.co.uk
NOTE:
For registration you will be required to upload a photo
or scanned copy of your proof of purchase. The serial
number is found on the plate at the rear of the boat (see
diagram A). A
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• If you plan to navigate in unfamiliar waters, consult with those familiar with the area concerning possible hazards and dangers.
• Always report your time and point of departure, your route and your estimated time of return to someone on shore.
• Do not navigate in the dark or in hazardous conditions if correct navigation lighting has not been installed.
• Do not use a compressed air source to inate the boat. Over ination may cause the seams and/or walls to rupture.
• Whether oars or a small outboard motor is used depends on conditions. The power may not be enough to counter currents, small channels or
shallow water.
• Respect maximum power rating for your boat. An excessively powerful motor may cause manoeuvrability and
stability hazards.
• Equip your outboard engine with an emergency kill-switch cord. This switch will stop the engine if the operator should pull the cord, for any rea-
son whatsoever.
• Regularly check that the engine is securely fastened. Loose screws may make the craft uncontrollable or result in
the engine becoming detached!
NAVIGATION WARNINGS
• All passengers must be seated inside the boat and must be able to hold on with one or both hands.
Do not sit on the air chambers.
• Outboard engines are dangerous. Rough handling of your tender may lead to serious injury or death.
• Never equip a boat with an engine for which it is not adapted. Stay clear of swimmers and do not allow them to
approach the rear of the boat when the engine is running.
• Avoid rapid accelerations which may cause passengers to fall overboard.
• Weight must be evenly distributed. Do not accelerate suddenly if your boat is motorised and not heavily laden.
A poorly controlled boat may result in stability and manoeuvring problems.
• Avoid sand banks and shallow water or approach with extreme caution.
• If one of the chambers becomes punctured, shift the load of the boat to the opposite side. Try to limit the leak
with your hand or a strap and head for the nearest safe landing area as quickly as possible.
• Do not allow children to drive the boat unsupervised by adults.
• Always bring your oars along snapped in place.
DOCKING
• Do not use the engine when landing on the beach.
• Avoid sharp objects when coming to dock or shore.
• Do not drag the boat over rocks, sand, shingle or tarred surfaces.
• Always carry the boat.
• Cover the boat when leaving it in the sun out of the water for long periods of time.
• If leaving the boat on a beach leave part of the boat in the water to cool the boat and avoid air chamber overpressure.
• It is not recommended that you tow the boat the front ring is for mooring or securing an anchor line to only.
FOOTPUMP
WARNING:
• Do not use a compressed air source to inate the boat. Over ination may cause the seams and/or walls to rupture.
• Use the specially designed pump to inate your boat.
• The Foot Pump can deliver the air pressure needed to fully inate your boat. To inate, insert the hose into the outlet hole on the pump. We rec-
ommend you always carry your foot pump on board for safety.
• Before undertaking a long trip, inate the boat for a full 24 hours to be sure all chambers are completely airtight.
CAUTION:
Before boarding, always check the boat is adequately inated.
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CFRP SLAT DECK BOAT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Clear a at space (making sure it is clean and free of sharp objects) to unfold your boat. Remove the hull from its box and take
it out of the boat bag. Unroll the hull so it laid out at.
2. Inate the boat with the high pressure foot pump to 90%. Start to pump up the boat on the tube section with the
overpressure security valve.
Note: Do not use an air compressor. Damage to your boat caused by over ination from an air compressor is not covered by your warranty.
3. Install the seat by sliding the anges on the bottom of the seat onto the rails located on the side oaters.
4. Finish inating all hull chambers to 100%, or 0.25 bar pressure. The boats main tube has a built in overpressure
valve for added security.
5. Secure the oars by clipping into the oar locks.
DEFLATION
Remove the outer valve caps to expose the plastic stem on the inner valve. Press the stem in to release air pressure, and turn it to lock the valve in the
open position. Deate each hull chamber to 50-75% before completely deating any of the air chambers.
Note: Do not deate one chamber fully while others are fully inated. This could damage the bulkheads of your boat.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
• To clean hose off sand and loose dirt and let dry before fully packing away. Most dirt can be removed with a garden hose, a sponge and mild
soap. Do not use harsh chemical cleaners.
• Never use polishing or cleaning products containing alcohol to clean your watercraft. Doing so may lead to degradation of the air chamber
material.
• Store in a clean and dry place. Do not store in extreme temperatures (i.e. over 150F/below - 10F).
• If storing your boat for long periods folded up in the bag, ensure it is fully dry, do not cover or coat with talcum powder or other similar powders.
• Can be stored inated or deated.
• If left outside it is advisable to raise the boat up off the ground.
• If it is going to be in direct sunlight or exposed to leaves, berries or rain, cover it with a tarpaulin.
• Hanging the boat is not recommended.
• If you leave the boat in the water, you will probably have to drain out rainwater at times. If you store it in a closet, basement or garage, we suggest
you pick a cool, dry spot, making sure the boat is clean and dry before you pack it up - or mould can accumulate.
• Never store a boat with fuel in the tank in a room where the fuel vapours may reach a ame, spark or a strong source of heat.
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Leaks
After 2 or 3 days there may be a small decrease of pressure due to temperature change. If so, add a few pumps of air into each chamber. If you are
losing air pressure, and it isn’t due to colder temperatures, check the boat over for leaks, starting with the valves. The best tool to nd leaks is soapy
water in a spray bottle. We recommend mixing soap and water in a spray bottle. Spray around the valve. If you see bubbles forming, check your valve
seating and base and be sure the valve insert is screwed tight. If you continue to have problems contact [email protected] to order new
valves. Replacement of the whole valve can be done with a simple tool that comes with a replacement valve.
2. Finding punctures
If the boat is losing air, and all the valves are airtight you probably have a small puncture. Small punctures can be repaired easily and permanently.
Spray around the inside and outside of the hull until air bubbles mark the position of the leak. If you have no luck nding a slow leak with air bubbles,
inate the boat to maximum air pressure and try to listen to nd the leak. If you can narrow the area down, return with a spray bottle to identify the
source of the leak.
Making small repairs
Punctures less than 3mm/1/8”in size can be repaired simply without a patch. Deate your boat, then clean and dry area to be repaired.
Apply a small drop of glue to cover the puncture, and let it dry for 12 hours. If you need to get on the water sooner, let it dry for 30 minutes and then
inate the boat, inating the compartment with the repair only 3/4 full. This repair might not be permanent so add a drop again at a later date to make
it permanent.
3. Rips or Tears
Your boat comes with a repair kit as standard equipment. Cut a piece of repair material large enough to overlap the damaged area by approximately
12mm / 1/2” and round off the edges. Apply our glue to the underside of patch and around the area to be repaired. Too much glue will interfere with a
proper repair. Allow adhesive to become tacky for 2-4 minutes, and then place patch on the damaged area.
Use a weight to apply 3-5 lbs. of pressure for 12 hours. After the patch has dried, apply glue around the edges for a complete seal (dry in 4 hours).
4. Large and Difcult Repairs
If you have a difcult repair, contact [email protected] and we will advise you on the best way to x your boat.
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5. If you see water coming into the boat, check the following:
1. Is the drain valve open?
2. Is the diaphragm in the drain valve working properly?
3. Has it rained recently?
4. Is there a hole in the oor?
Warranty Registration
You can register a warranty for this product online at the Nash Tackle website - www.nashtackle.com and follow the instructions for product regis-
tration on the product listing page or visit https://register.nashtackle.co.uk/ You will need a scan or photo of your proof of purchase to complete the
registration.
The warranty does not cover the following:
1. Over ination of tubes no more than 0.25bar/3.63psi
2. Over ination of the air deck no more than 0.69bar/10psi.
3. Air loss due to temperature differences
4. Air loss through the pressure valve in hot conditions
5. Folding marks. This is normal, and these will disappear during use.
6. Glue residue. All Nash boats are hand made and the occasional glue mark may be visible.
7. Small imperfections on glued parts, which do not affect the usability.
8. Low air loss within 48 hours (up to 20% air loss in comparison to operating pressure).
9. Damage caused by carelessness in use for example cigarettes, hooks.
10. Damage caused from towing your boat, or using your boat to tow another boat.
11. Damage caused by the use of solvents of any kind
12. Damage caused by battery acid, oil and fuel.
13. Damage caused by nail polish, suntan lotion/oil.
14. Damage caused by insect repellent.
15. Damage caused by improper use.
16. Damage caused by high pressure cleaning.
17. Damage caused by the use of aggressive cleaning agents.
18. Damage caused by incorrect assembly and disassembly of the boat.
19. Damage caused by improper storage, poor ventilation.
20. Damage caused by inadequate cleaning and maintenance of the boat.
21. Damage in transit.
22. Damage caused by use of pressure compressors to inate or deate the boat.
23. Damage due to normal wear and tear.
24. Damage caused by use of force.
25. Damage caused by animals on or in the boat.
26. Damage caused by water in the tube interior.
27. Damage to the hull as a result of carelessness, as well as external inuences.
28. Damage caused by participation in racing events of any kind.
29. Damage caused by use of non-approved accessories.
30. Damage caused by exceeding the maximum acceptable power KW/HP as well as the permissible engine weight.
31. Damage caused by exceeding the permissible payload, and the recommended number of people.
*Your statutory rights shall remain unaffected.
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