Rave Sports Bongo 10-Foot User manual

Bongo™
Owner’s Manual
10-FOOT MODEL (shown)
13-FOOT MODEL

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Table of Contents
Introduction ...............................................................................2
Safety rules and information.....................................................3
Inflating Your Bongo ................................................................6
Assembling and attaching the ladder.......................................8
Cleaning and storage ...............................................................12
Repairs......................................................................................13
Contents in this package
•Bongo tube
•Boarding ladder
•Ladder stabilizer
Please make sure you have received the contents listed, and
then record the following information for future reference.
Date Purchased: _________________________________
Purchased from: _________________________________
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information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher.
Requests should be mailed to RAVE Sports, 3325 Labore Road, Saint Paul, Minn 55110.
•Inflation adaptor
•Repair kit
•Warranty registration

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Introduction
Water sports can be safe and fun for all levels of enthusiasts.
The Owner’s Manual is presented to enhance your enjoyment
of the sport. It is intended to alert you to some of the
potentially dangerous conditions that can arise in all water
sports.
Please take a few minutes to read this manual before
assembling and using the product. Although the product is
simple to use, this manual contains important safety
information that you and all users must understand to safely
enjoy the Bongo.
If you have any questions regarding this product, please call
RAVE Sports at 1-800-659-0790, or visit www.ravesports.com.
Please have the serial number from your product ready when
you call.
W A R N I N G
UNSAFE USE OF THE BONGO CAN RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
To reduce the risk of injury, read and follow all
instructions and warnings in this manual. Do not
use this product unless you understand and accept
the risk of injury involved with this activity.
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Safety Rules and Information
•Read and understand all of the information contained in
this owner’s manual before assembling and using your
product.
•Make sure that everyone who uses the product is provided
with and understands these safety rules and information.
•The Bongo is designed to be used on land or in large bodies
of water with depths of at least 8 feet of water. Do not use
or allow anyone else to use the product in swimming pools.
•Choose a location for your product that is most protected
from wind, of sufficient water depth, and free of
obstructions.
•Always anchor the Bongo securely before it is used on water.
•Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III (PFD)
vest when using the product.
•Never use the product after sunset, before dawn, or any
other time in poor lighting conditions.
•Never use the product in rough surface water conditions,
during storms, or when there is lightning. If an unexpected
storm arises while using the product, seek shelter on shore.
Do not stay on the product.
•Never use the product under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
•Always stay under control while using the product.
•Do not allow more than three people (500 lbs. max) to
lounge on the 10ft. Bongo or more than five people (700
lbs. max) to lounge on the 13ft. Bongo at one time. For

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either product, allow only one person (240 lbs. max) to
bounce on the Bongo at one time.
•Never swim or play under or around the Bongo.
•Never dive off of the Bongo head first. If you choose to
jump off the product, always enter the water feet first.
•Never use the product while tired or fatigued. Use extreme
caution while swimming between the shore and the product.
Do not attempt to swim this distance if you are tired or
fatigued.
•Always inspect the areas around and under the product
before each use to ensure the water is deep enough and
free of all rocks, logs, sand bars, and underwater
obstructions and that the product is a safe distance from
above water hard objects. Ask about local water conditions
before using the product in unfamiliar water.
•When not in use, secure the product against unauthorized
or unsupervised use.
•Inspect your product for any worn, defective, or missing
parts.
•Do not attempt flips, somersaults or other acrobatic
maneuvers on the product. Most debilitating spinal cord
injuries that occur during trampoline use involve
somersaults. Improper landing during a somersault
produces serious risk of broken bones, cuts, nerve damage,
spinal cord or brain injury, or death.
•Use the Bongo only under mature, knowledgeable adult
supervision.
•Not recommended for children under the age of six.

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•Do not over inflate. Over inflation can cause seam rupture.
•When using on land, always maintain adequate clearance
from hard surfaces or obstructions above and around this
product. Use on soft sand or place shock-absorbing
material around ground perimeter.

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Inflating Your Bongo
Step 1
Lay the Bongo on a flat surface. Make sure there are no sharp objects
under the product that might puncture the tube.
Step 2
Locate the valve of the Bongo and unscrew the cap. We recommend
using the High Speed Inflator/Deflator from RAVE Sports to inflate
and deflate. (Part #01083)
A special inflation adaptor is included with this
product. If you are using the RAVE Sports High
Speed Inflator, simply lock the adaptor onto
the end of the inflation hose and insert into the
valve body. Turn ¼ turn to lock in place.
NOTE: This inflation adaptor will automatically open the valve
when inserted and will close the valve when removed. You do
not need to manually open/close the valve when using this
special adaptor.
If you will be using another inflation device
with a larger nozzle, use the 1 ¼” diameter
coupler (included) between the valve adaptor
and the hose of your inflator. Make sure the
hose is attached to the blower port of the
OPEN
CLOSE
To lock open valve, depress the stem and
rotate ¼ turn clockwise. To close valve,
depress the stem and rotate ¼ turn
counter-clockwise. The valve stem should
be in the depressed position while inflating.
Replace cap on valve after inflation to
ensure air tight seal.
Coupler
Adaptor
Coupler

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vacuum for inflation. Insert the adapter into the air valve and lock
into place by turning clockwise.
Inflate until the tube is firm and resistant to pressure. Your fist
should create only a slight depression when pushed against the tube
and the surface should be stretched taut in all directions. Replace cap
to ensure an air tight seal.
NOTE:
It is normal for the air pressure within the tube to fluctuate
depending on air and water temperatures. It may be necessary to
increase or decrease the air pressure in your product accordingly. To
avoid damage on extremely hot days it may be necessary to check
and release the air pressure from your product throughout the day.
C A U T I O N
DO NOT OVER-INFLATE.
Do not exceed 2 PSI if filling with compressed air.
Excessive pressure can cause the tube to rupture with
potentially damaging force to eyes, ears, skin and limbs.
Use of an air compressor or over-inflation can rupture
the tube beyond repair, thus voiding the warranty.
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Attaching the Ladder
Step 1
The ladder consists of two pieces: a ladder with
straps and a molded plastic ladder stabilizer.
Orient the stabilizer on the notched side of the top
two ladder steps and the curved portion is facing
upwards towards the top of the ladder. While
maintaining this orientation, flip the ladder upside
down to expose the underside of the steps.
Step 2
Line up the large opening of the keyhole slots
with the four bolts on the underside of the top
two steps.
Step 3
Slide the stabilizer towards the ladder to fully
engage the bolts in the narrow end of the slots.
Tap the stabilizer with your hand to ensure the
bolts are fully engaged in the slots.
Note:If the stabilizer feels loose after mounting,
tighten the bolts slightly leaving minimal clearance between the bolt
flange and the plastic stabilizer. This slight clearance will allow the
stabilizer to be easily removed by hand (without tools) for storage.
To remove stabilizer, simply slide in opposite direction.
Curved portion

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Step 4:
To use on water, attach the ladder in the center of the blue panel to the
left of the yellow panel that contains the air valve. The warning label on
the bounce surface must be visible to anyone climbing the ladder.
Attach the ladder by looping the quick link,
and webbing around Bongo lacing rope so the
quick link finishes on the underside of the
webbing strap as shown in the first picture.
Weave the quick link into the webbing loop
just above the second handle. Turn the nut
until tightly closed.
Attached correctly, the quick link
connection should be covered by
the top webbing strap. The straps
should be as close to parallel as
possible.
Right
side
strap

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IMPORTANT: It is critical that you loop the webbing properly around
the rope so that they do not rub against the vinyl (see photos).
Step 5
When properly installed, the ladder will hang with
the curved portion of the stabilizer against the
underside of the Bongo.
CORRECT. The left side of the
ladder should be attached to
the left of the black loop. (The
right side of ladder, not shown,
should be to the right of the
black loop.) The webbing’s
inside edge should rest against
the black nylon loop that
surrounds the lacing rope.
INCORRECT. The webbing
must not pull against the vinyl
loops. Rubbing the vinyl may
cause premature wear and
tear.
Photo shown
with Bongo out
of water to show
proper ladder
orientation.

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Step 6
Attach an anchoring device to the ring or mount on the inner surface
of the tube just above the water line, opposite of the ladder.
Note: For seasonal anchoring situations, it is important to use an
anchor weighing a minimum of 80 lbs.
The Bongo is now ready to use! Please read and follow all safety
instructions before enjoying your Bongo.

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Cleaning and Storage
When the inflatable product is not being used, store it in a
covered, shaded area. This will help protect it against ultraviolet
(UV) rays and extend the life of the product.
Clean the inflatable completely with a mild soap and fresh
water. NEVER USE PETROLEUM BASED PRODUCTS OR SOLVENTS
FOR CLEANING.
NEVER USE A POWER WASHER SINCE THE HIGH PRESSURE
WATER JET WILL DAMAGE THE SOFT PVC COATING ON THE
TUBE BEYOND REPAIR.
Product should be completely dry and remain dry while stored.
Roll the product loosely and place in a container, preferably one
that rodents can’t chew through.
Secure against unauthorized or unsupervised use.
Store in a cool, dry location. Do not store product directly on
concrete surface. Place mothballs around stored inflatable to
keep mice and insects away.
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Rodents like muskrats may be attracted to the PVC vinyl of your product.
When your product is on the water, maintaining full air pressure during
periods of non-use will discourage them from chewing the vinyl.
Another way to ease the problem of nuisance rodents is to remove the
temptation by taking the product out of the water at night. Another
option is to make the whole area unattractive to rodents by changing
the environment, making the area less hospitable for rodents.
Removing any food source from the shoreline can also be a good
deterrent. Check with your local DNR for additional guidance or possible
restrictions.

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Repairs
For large holes, tears or seam failures, contact RAVE Sports Customer
Service at 1-800-659-0790. Additional patches may be purchased at
www.ravesports.com. For minor holes or tears:
Inflate the product and locate the leak by spraying the tube with
mild soapy water.
Determine the hole size and cut a patch 1-2 inches wider than the
diameter of the hole. Make sure all corners of the patch are
rounded.
Deflate the product and clean the patch and area around the hole
with rubbing alcohol. Let dry completely.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS ON THE GLUE
CONTAINER.
Apply glue to the patch and the area around the hole. Let the glue
dry until it is tacky to the touch.
Lay the product on a flat, hard surface and apply the patch.
Working from the center to the outer edge, rub out any air
bubbles between the patch and the product.
Let the patch dry for at least 24 hours before attempting to
inflate the product.

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A Revel Match, LLC Company
3325 Labore Road
Saint Paul, Minn 55110
800.659.0790
April 2011