Sea Eagle 8.10YT Quick start guide

Sea Eagle Transom Boats
8.10YT, 10.6SR, 12.6SR & 14SR
Instruction & Owner’s Manual
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Sea Eagle Boats Inc.
19 N. Columbia Street, Suite 1
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
1-800-748-8066
January 2013
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Congratulations on purchasing a Sea Eagle! With over 40 years of experience in designing, selling and using these quality
inflatables, we’re confident that you are going to love your Sea Eagle and we’re ready to proudly stand behind them.
Sea Eagle Warranty
All Sea Eagle products come standard with a 3 year warranty against any manufacturing defect that begins the date that
your product is delivered. Sea Eagle will refuse delivery on all packages without a valid return authorization number and
will not be responsible for the shipping or handling charges. To obtain a return authorization number, please contact
Sea Eagle directly unless you purchased from an authorized dealer/reseller in which case you should contact them for
more information.
Sea Eagle must inspect equipment in order to determine if there is a defect. In the event that an item must be shipped
back to us for inspection, Sea Eagle will only reimburse the standard return shipping charge through FedEx, UPS or the
U.S. Post Office at published shipping rates. Retail shipping outlets like The UPS Store will not be reimbursed and you will
be responsible for handling and packing charges.
The Sea Eagle warranty does not apply to products that are manufactured by Minn Kota or Torqeedo. These products are
covered by their own, respective warranties. Please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty of each product for details.
If you received an item damaged, please call the shipping carrier to report damaged merchandise. Do not return damaged
merchandise until it has been inspected by the carrier. Sea Eagle will be notified by the carrier when they have completed
their inspection and if necessary, Sea Eagle will arrange for the repair or replacement of damaged merchandise.
Decals, Stickers & Registration
Always contact your state boating authorities for information on boating registration and regulations. Most states require
you to register your boat if you are using a motor.*
Upon registration it may be required to provide the Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin.
Purchases made through an authorized dealer or reseller may require for you to contact them directly in order to obtain
this. You may be charged your own state sales tax if you were not charged sales tax at the time of purchase.
Registered boats generally require for the registration number to be applied to the boat. We do not recommend the use of
decals or stickers as they tend to crack and peel over time with the repeated inflation and deflation of your Sea Eagle.
Instead we suggest applying these numbers to a small piece of hard plastic or marine plywood and hanging it from your
boat like a license plate if permitted by your state. Another method is to apply the numbers to the hull using either PVC
based paint or permanent marker.
Contact Us
Unlike many other companies today we pride ourselves on answering the phone and helping you with any concerns,
questions or special ordering needs that you may have!
Feel free to give us a call at 1-800-748-8066 and we will be happy to talk with you!
Our business hours are Monday to Friday from 9-5 (EST).
Sea Eagle Boats Inc.
19 N. Columbia Street, Suite 1
Port Jefferson NY 11777
1-800-748-8066
[email protected]
www.SeaEagle.com
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Operating Your Sea Eagle
Motoring
Your Sea Eagle Transom Boat comes equipped with a fiberglass reinforced transom for use with either an electric or gas
motor. These boats are rated by the National Marine Manufacturer’s Association for a motors maximum capacity for both
dry weight and horsepower. Under no circumstance should you equip a motor that exceeds these capacities (whether
they be for the dry weight or the horsepower or both). Not only can this result in damaging your Sea Eagle Transom Boat,
it will also void your Sea Eagle warranty.
as motors are measured in units of horsepower and are generally built with power and speed in mind. For the best per-
formance with our Transom Boats we recommend using a 15” short shaft, although a longer shaft can be used in greater
depths of water. With the Rigid Inflatable Keel design in our Sport Runabout Transom Boats you can easily get your
Sea Eagle to plane (provided you are using a 9.9HP or higher).
Traditional electric motors are measured in units of thrust (the pulling or pushing power of a motor) and are slower and
quieter on the water than gas motors. There is no direct correlation of thrust to horsepower although most consider tradi-
tional electric motors to be about a 1HP (which is more of a guess than an approximation).
Advantages of having an electric motor over a gas is that they are lighter to transport and easier to maintain. In order to
operate an electric motor you will need a 12V deep cycle marine battery. Other suggested accessories are a battery
charger and a battery power center to house the battery itself.
The Torqeedo Travel 1003s electric motor is unlike any other electric motor on the market today. Powered by a waterproof
lithium ion battery (battery charger included), the Travel 1003s delivers the true 3HP performance of a gas motor!
Features include on board computer display, PS and an audible alarm when the battery reaches 30%.
Torqeedo electric motors are lighter to transport than gas motors and do not require a heavy 12V battery like traditional
electric motors. You can also power your Torqeedo Travel 1003s using the new Sea Eagle Solar Canopy which is com-
prised of a PowerFilm Solar Panel.
Minn Kota, PowerFilm & Torqeedo prod cts come with a man fact re warranty and are not covered by the
Sea Eagle warranty. All warranty work is handled directly by the respective man fact rer and all sales on these
prod cts are final.
Rescue Applications
Although the Sea Eagle Transom Boat is made primarily with leisure and recreation in mind, they are tough and durable
for other applications. Sea Eagle Transom Boats have been sold to hundreds of fire departments and rescue operators for
over several decades. From flood work in Bombay to Lake Michigan, rescue professionals put their faith in Sea Eagle.
Rowing
Although our Transom Boats are designed with the use of a motor in mind, they can easily be rowed using the included
oars and oarlocks. We always recommend having them on board in case of emergency or engine failure.
Towing
In order to tow your Sea Eagle Transom Boat as a tender, tie the provided tow line to each D-Ring on the outside bow of
your boat and then pull the center of the tow line through the bow carry handle. This method is described as a bridle sys-
tem and will distribute the force of towing across the hull. DO NOT tie the line directly to the bow carry handle as it is not
designed for towing. When towing it is recommended to empty your Transom Boat of accessories, gear and motors.
Water Skiing
Our larger Sport Runabout models 12.6SR and 14SR come equipped with stainless steel eyebolts and pre-drilled holes
in the transom for water skiing. For this application it is recommended that you use a 15HP to 20HP gas motor or higher.
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Safety
In a manual of this type it is impossible to give adequate space to the topic of water safety. For further information on
boating safety, visit USC Boating.org or enroll in one of the excellent water safety courses provided.
It is your responsibility to be aware of and comply with all relevant safety regulations. For all water recreation or sport you
should have a reasonable swimming ability. Just as swimmers have a cardinal rule about not swimming alone, it is
strongly advised that you should never go boating alone.
Boating Safety Tips
• Always wear a USC approved PFD (life vest) at all times while on the water.
• Be aware of your local boating rules and regulations and abide by them accordingly.
• Check inflation levels each time before you go out and inflate your boat for a full 24 hours before undertaking long trips.
• DO NOT allow children to use Sea Eagle unsupervised.
• DO NOT consume alcohol while boating or operating a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• DO NOT drag your Sea Eagle over rocks or gravel if it can be avoided.
• DO NOT exceed the certified maximum capacities of this boat under any circumstance.
• DO NOT go boating alone.
• DO NOT use compressors, co2 or compressed air for inflation, only use Sea Eagle recommended pumps.
• DO NOT use your Sea Eagle Boat as a personal flotation device as they are designed for leisure/recreation in mind.
• DO NOT sleep inside of your Sea Eagle while on the water.
Safety Equipment
The type of water conditions you are on should determine the type of safety equipment that you should have on board.
For all types of boating we strongly recommend that every passenger wear a USC approved PFD (personal flotation de-
vice) like a life vest. In most places this is a requirement by law, but from our point of view it is also an exercise of good
judgment to have a PFD for all passengers. Other important items to consider for all types of boating…
Drinking Water & Snacks: Kayaking is a physical activity that can work up both a thirst and a sweat and especially on a
hot or warm day it is a good idea to have drinking water readily available to you to prevent dehydration. Bring a good
amount of water for all passengers as you want to avoid drinking the water you’re kayaking in which may be full of con-
taminants.
Extra Clothes/Layers: You never know when the weather can change and it’s a good idea to come prepared with extra
clothing. If you have a dry (waterproof) bag than we recommend storing them inside so they’re not damp in case of emer-
gency.
First Aid-Kit: The contents of the kit may vary depending upon your preferences, but make sure to carry a kit that reflects
the possible dangers for the conditions you are in.
Foot Pump/Repair Kit: Although our boats are both durable and rugged, it may be possible that you need to make a repair
while on the water in which case you’ll need the repair kit and the foot pump to re-inflate the boat. If this is your first repair,
you may also want to bring this instruction manual with you.
Sun/Rain Protection: A hat can protect both your face and head from the rain or sun. You may also want to carry sun-
screen with you as both the sun and the sun’s reflection from the water can do serious damage to your skin. If you are out
for prolonged periods of time you may need to reapply sunscreen as needed.
Whistle: Having a whistle readily available to you in case of emergency is a great way to attract the attention of others if
assistance is needed.
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Inflation Valves & Pumps
Recessed Air Valves
Remove the cap and
press and turn the valve
stem counterclockwise
so that the stem is in
the UP position. Only
when the stem is in this
position the valve will
retain air. Turning the
stem clockwise will put
the valve in the down
position for deflation.
Foot Pumps
Press the two halves of
the foot pump together
and connect the hose to
the inflation port marked
OUT. Insert the valve
adapter at the other end
of the hose. Please note
the A-50 foot pump has
two settings. One for
high volume and the
other for high pressure.
A-50 Foot Pump
A dual chamber foot
pump which has two
settings, high volume
for the main chambers
and high pressure for
the drop stitch inflatable
floor and the keel. The
A-50 is included with
models featuring the
drop stitch floor.
A-50 (high volume)
When the black cap is
inserted into the center
of the A-50 the pump is
in the high volume set-
ting. Use this setting to
inflate main chambers
of the boat to 3.2 PSI.
Inflation Valves & Pumps
A-50 (high pressure)
When the black cap is
removed from the cen-
ter of the A-50, the
pump is in the high
pressure setting. Use
this setting to inflate the
drop stitch inflatable
floor and the rigid inflat-
able keel to 7 PSI.
Recessed Adapter
The recessed valve
adapter is located inside
of the orange repair kit
canister. Insert the
ribbed end of the valve
adapter into the hose on
the foot pump. This
valve adapter is not
compatible for use with
electric pumps.
Before inflating make
sure that the stem in-
side of the valve is in
the UP position so that
the chamber retains air.
Insert the valve adapter
and turn clockwise to
lock into position. When
the pressure (3.2 PSI) is
reached you should feel
resistance on the foot
pump.
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BTP Turbo
(OPTIO AL)
The BTP Turbo electric
pump comes complete
with a nylon shoulder
carry bag, 12V DC
power supply, hose and
adapters.
Included are a cluster of
seven valve adapters,
with raised numbers on
each arm of the cluster.
The adapter marked
number 1 is the only
adapter needed for your
Sea Eagle.
Take adapter number 1
from the cluster and
firmly push it into the
grey joint that is already
connected to the end of
the hose. To ensure that
the adapter is on as
tight as possible, push it
against a hard surface
like a floor or table once
it is connected.
Connect the other end
of the hose to the red
inflation port at the top
of the pump, located
near the ON and OFF
buttons.
Adjust the pressure dial
to read 3.2 PSI which is
the operating pressure
of your Sea Eagle. PSI
is marked in red on the
dial. Never turn the dial
when the device is
under pressure as this
will immediately cause
the instrument to break.
Connect the cord at the
end of the power supply
into the end of the cord
attached to the pump.
Connect the Turbo
Pump to a 12V battery
(car or marine) using
the alligator clips at the
end of the extension
cord. Connect the red
clip to the positive pole
and the black clip to the
negative pole.
If you ordered the Turbo
Pump Kit you can also
connect the pump to the
portable battery in place
of the alligator clips.
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Assembly & Inflation
To charge the portable
battery, plug it into the
charger and then plug
the charger into a
household electrical
outlet. The light on the
battery charger will blink
red until fully charged.
When it is fully charged
the light will be a solid
green.
It is recommended to
keep the Turbo Pump
inside of the carry bag
to make transportation
easier and to protect the
pump from sand which
could jam it. The carry
bag comes equipped
with compartments for
the pump, battery and
charger.
Press the ON button to
begin inflation. The
pump operates in two
stages which can be
identified by the noise of
the turbine at the start,
followed by the piston.
The pump automatically
stops once the pressure
is reached.
Air compressors that
are designed for other
uses like tire inflation
(usually around 50 PSI)
can easily harm your
Sea Eagle which works
at a much lower pres-
sure of 3.2 PSI. For this
reason we recommend
only using Sea Eagle
pumps.
Assembly & Inflation
Clear a clean and flat
space that is free of any
sharp objects and unroll
the boat hull so that it is
laid out flat.
Locate the recessed
one-way valves in the
bow of the boat and
begin inflating the boat
to about 10% to 20% of
its capacity. By partially
inflating the boat the
hull material is out of
the way and the floor-
boards will be easier to
install.
Drop Stitch Floor
The 8.10 YT features a
high pressure drop
stitch floor and come
equipped with the A-50
high pressure foot pump
necessary for inflating
the floor up to 7 PSI.
Once installed, drop
stitch floors do not need
to be removed.
At the stern of the boat
near the transom is a
fabric guard with buckle
and strap to secure a
fuel tank.
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Place the floor inside of
the boat with the air
valve located in the bow
of the boat, facing up.
Begin inflating the floor
using the high volume
setting on the A-50.
When resistance is met
switch over to the high
pressure setting and fin-
ish inflating the floor
until resistance is met.
Position the floor for the
10.6SR so that it is lo-
cated just behind the air
valve for the outside
drop stitch keel. Inflate
the floor first and the
keel second. Once the
floor is inflated set the
A-50 back to the high
volume setting and fin-
ish inflating the main
chambers on the hull.
Plastic Floorboards
Our Sport Runabouts
feature an interlocking
polyethylene floorboard
which are high strength
and maintenance free.
The top of these boards
are textured for traction.
The underside of these
boards are smoothed
and numbered.
If you have either the
12.6SR or 14SR than
you will need to attach
the reinforcement kit to
floorboards marked FB-
2 and FB-4 before you
install the floorboards
into the boat. This is a
one-time only assembly.
The FB-2 has two
threaded brass inserts
for the reinforcement
board and four others
for (optional) steering
console. Secure the
board to the smoothed
underside of the FB-2
using the screws and
washers. Use a Phillips
head screwdriver to
tighten the screws.
Locate and attach the
two reinforcement bars
to the traction (top) side
of the FB-4 using the
threaded brass inserts
and the knurled knobs.
The reinforcement kit
lends additional support
to the transom for better
performance with high
powered gas engines.
Each of our Sea Eagle
Sport Runabouts utilize
different floorboard
pieces and stringers al-
though the assembly for
them remains the same.
10.6SR
FB-1, FB-2, FB-3 (short) & FB-4
Qty 2. STR80 Stringer (80 cm/31.5”)
Qty 2: STR45 Stringer (45 cm/17.71”)
12.6SR
FB-1, FB-2, FB-3 & FB-4
Qty 2. STR124 Stringer (124 cm/49”)
Qty 2: STR37 Stringer (37 cm/14.5”)
14SR
FB-1, FB-2, FB-3, FB-3 (short) & FB-4
Qty 2. STR14L Stringer (124 cm/49”)
Qty 2: STR14S Stringer (80 cm/31.5”)
Sea Eagle’s floorboard and stringer system is designed to
be snug inside the boat. Although installation can be done
by one person, it also requires some patience and practice.
Use the tips provided to make the job easier.
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CAUTIO !
Please do not proceed
with bare feet and make
sure to keep fingers and
toes out of the way so
that they do not get
pinched during floor-
board installation.
Insert the FB-1 into the
bow of the boat. Lift the
sides of the boat as
necessary in order to
slide the FB-1 into
place. At this time it
does not need to be
fully inserted.
Next, insert the FB-2
and interconnect its
edges with the FB-1.
The recessed air valve
for the keel should be
partially visible through
the cutout in the FB-2.
Aft of the boat (at the
rear) insert the FB-4
and slide it underneath
the transom lip. Exact fit
is not critical at this
point as the board will
be pushed into place
when all floorboard
pieces have been in-
stalled and pressed
down.
Insert the FB-3 so that it
meshes with the FB-4
and overlaps the FB-2.
Lift the ends of the FB-2
and FB-3 and connect
them to form an in-
verted V. Apply pres-
sure to the joint to
secure the floorboards
into place.
The 14SR features the
FB-3 and FB-3 short
which are both marked
as FB-3. Insert the FB-3
so that it meshes with
the FB-4 and overlaps
the FB-2 and install the
FB-3 short should be in-
stalled between the FB-
3 and FB-2 floorboards.
Stringers
Stringers are featured
on each of the insides
of our Sport Runabouts
and add rigidity to the
floorboards. Each
model includes both a
larger and smaller
stringer set.
To make installation
easier, get the boards
on the same plane by
propping the bow of the
boat with either a box or
bucket and place one of
the longer stringers
under the boat. This
provides a flat surface
for the installation of the
first stringer.
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Place the longer
stringer in the rear of
the boat between the
hull and the notched
edge of the floorboards
with the groove on the
stringer ready to accept
the edge of the floor-
board. Make sure there
is enough room for the
shorter stringer and
then install.
Once both stringers are
installed, repeat this
process for the opposite
side. The second set of
stringers should be eas-
ier to install with the first
set holding the boards
in alignment. Once fully
inflated the stringers
and floorboards will fit
firmly into place.
Aluminum Bench Seat
Transom Boats come
equipped with a bench
seat and two sets of
fabric beads (back and
front) to secure the
bench seat to. Your boat
should be around 50%
inflated before installing
the bench seat. Please
note the second bench
seat is sold separately.
Begin by feeding the
fabric beads on the pon-
toons through the nylon
slotted fittings under-
neath the aluminum
bench seat. Slide the
seat over the fabric
beads so that the seat
is toward the center.
With the floorboard in-
stalled and the seat in
place, you are now
ready to fully inflate the
main air chambers of
the boat to 100%. If you
are using an electric
pump, remember to set
the pressure to 3.2 PSI
before you begin.
OTE: Inflate the rigid
inflatable keel as much
as possible with the foot
pump until resistance is
met. The rigid inflatable
keel greatly improves
steering performance,
the structural strength of
the boat and softens the
impact of the ride when
going through waves.
Oars & Oarlocks
Assemble the AB25-5
oars by snapping them
together. There are
pre-drilled holes in the
middle of the oars so
you can slide it over the
oarlock and then secure
the oar in place using
the blue oar stopper.
Transom Drain Valve
Make sure that your
drain valve is always in
the closed position
(shown) while on the
water. When you are
motoring is the only
time that the drain valve
can be in the opened
position.
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Bow Storage Bag
Transom Boats feature
clips in the bow for this
bow storage bag which
is great for storage of
life vests, first aid kit,
foot pump and more.
Please note that this
bag is not waterproof.
Cushioned Seat Bag
(OPTIO AL)
The seat bag makes
excellent use of empty
space underneath the
aluminum bench seat
and provides a cushion
for the seat for better
comfort. Comes with
nylon shoulder strap for
easy transportation.
Deluxe Transom Seat
(OPTIO AL)
A great alternative to
bench seats, this deluxe
seat is a wide inflatable
seat that secures with
clips to your boat. Best
placed in the bow of
your Sport Runabout,
the deluxe transom seat
is not compatible with
the 8.10YT.
Unzip the zippers on the
side to reveal the one-
way valves necessary
for inflation. You’ll need
the rounded adapter
from the pump nozzle
that came standard with
the foot pump to inflate
this type of valve. The
seat should be inflated
to around 1.1 PSI.
Canopy
(OPTIO AL)
The Sun/Rain Canopy
comes complete with
canvas canopy, frame
and straps. Please note
that you will need the
wide version of this
canopy for the 14SR .
Insert the aluminum
frame through the
canopy canvas.
Make sure the single
nylon strap in the front
of the canopy is pointed
towards the front with
the other two straps
pointed towards the
back. Please note the
wider version of this
canopy for the 14SR
features two straps in
the front and two straps
in the rear.
Position the aluminum
panel on the outside of
the blue material be-
tween the front carry
handle and the oarlock.
and the canopy rods on
the inside.
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Tie the two rear straps
to the back of the boat
and then clip the front
strap of the canopy to
the rope lacing. Keep in
mind to tighten the
canopy so that it is level
and so that it fits tightly
on your Sea Eagle.
Solar Canopy
(OPTIO AL)
If you purchased the
Solar Canopy Kit, refer
to its instruction manual
for installation. Please
note that our current
Solar Panel setup does
not work with the wide
canopy used on the
14SR .
Light Kit
(OPTIO AL)
LED bow and stern
lights for night operation
of your Transom Boat.
Not intended to meet
U.S.C. regulations or
to be used with speeds
exceeding 8MPH. Each
light requires four AA
batteries which are not
included.
Dolly Wheels
(OPTIO AL)
Transport made easy,
the dolly wheels mount
directly to your transom.
The wheels lock up into
position once you’re in
the water so they don’t
have to be removed.
The dolly wheels are
not designed to be
towed behind a vehicle.
Swivel Seat Kit
(OPTIO AL)
Designed to provide
maximum back support,
the swivel seat can be
turned 360° and is ideal
for tiller control or the
steering console. Sport
Runabout models can
easily fit a swivel seat
kit on both the back and
front placements.
Once the bolts are in
you can then install the
washer and the bolt on
the underside of the
seat board where the
four bolts stick out.
Use the screwdriver at
the top of the bolt to
hold it in place and at
the same time use the
crescent wrench on the
nuts on the bottom to
tighten the bolts for the
seat mount.
Once the release-a-seat
mount is installed you
can slide the swivel seat
into the seat and place
the entire fishing mod-
ule inside of your fully
inflated Sea Eagle. The
fishing module will fit
snug inside of the kayak
and doesn’t require any
further tightening.
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Power Rod Holder
(OPTIO AL)
Universal cradle holds
almost any reel style
and front locking ring
prevents rod loss when
travelling. Includes
side/deck mount.
Rod Holder
(OPTIO AL)
Holds a bait caster reel
in a cushioned cradle.
Slot in the front allows
for a spinning reel to be
securely held in place.
Includes side/deck
mount.
To install the rod holder
you will first need to drill
through a solid surface
and secure the mount to
it.
To install the mount,
place it over the desired
area and drill a 1 3/8”
through the fittings at
each end of the mount.
Be sure the “logo” on
the mount reads upright
when looking from in-
board before securing
the mount with the pro-
vided hardware.
Next, install the rod
holder by pushing the
post straight down into
the mount. Rod holder
is designed to enter the
mounting bracket only
when pointing inboard
and is locked in every
other direction.
Holder Clamp Mount
(OPTIO AL)
Fully portable mounting
option for use with all
Scotty post mount rod
holders (side/deck
mount. Secure the
mount to the clam and
insert the rod holder into
the mount and connect
the clamp directly to the
transom.
Bilge Pump
(OPTIO AL)
Connect the hose to the
fitting and insert the
other end inside the
boat where water has
accumulated. With the
hose facing outside the
boat, use the handle to
pump out the water
through the hose.
Cleaner & Protectant
(OPTIO AL)
By using our 3M Marine
Cleaner and our 303
Protectant sprays you
can keep the material
on your Sea Eagle Boat
looking and feeling like
new. Sold separately.
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Child’s Life Vest
(OPTIO AL)
In many jurisdictions,
children are required by
law to wear life jackets.
Designed for children
50-90 lbs. in weight.
U.S. Coast uard certi-
fied, jacket features two
secure belts for a se-
cure and comfortable fit.
Paddling Life Vest
(OPTIO AL)
Sea Eagle Life Jackets
are durable, look great
and most importantly
are U.S. Coast uard
approved! Features four
plastic closures on ad-
justable straps for a
comfortable, secure fit.
Available in various
sizes. Type III PFD.
Inflatable Life Vest
(OPTIO AL)
U.S.C. approved for
persons at least 16
years of age weighing
80 lbs. and above with a
chest size between 30”
and 52”. Includes whis-
tle and SOLAS rade
retro-reflective panels
and extra back-up oral
inflation tube.
Torqeedo 1003s
(OPTIO AL)
Weighing just 29.5 lbs
the Torqeedo delivers
the performance of a
3hp gas motor and de-
velops 4-5 times the
power of traditional
electric motors.
OTE: 14SR requires
the long shaft version of
this motor (1003L).
Minn Kota Motors
(OPTIO AL)
Minn Kota Motors are
the most reliable electric
trolling motors on the
market. These motors
run off a 12v deep cycle
marine battery (which is
not included or sold by
Sea Eagle).
Portable Charger
(OPTIO AL)
Protect and preserve
your battery life with this
portable 10 AMP, Minn
Kota battery charger.
Features fully automatic
3-stage charging.
Weighs 17 lbs.
Input: 120V AC
Output: DC 12V
Battery Power Center
(OPTIO AL)
Allows trolling motor
leads and charger leads
to be connected without
opening the box. Built-in
battery meter includes
two 12-volt accessory
plugs and three manual
reset circuit breakers.
Fits group 24 and 27
size batteries.
TIP: Never connect the
(+) and the (-) terminals
of the battery together.
Take care that no metal
object can fall onto the
battery and short the
terminals. This would
immediately lead to a
short and utmost fire
danger.
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Deflation & Storage
Although PVC material can become brittle in extremely cold
temperatures, you can still safely store your Sea Eagle in
them so long as you avoid dropping it and do not subject it
to any sudden impacts.
If you’re planning to leave your Sea Eagle outside, be sure
to keep it raised up off of the ground. Its also a good idea to
keep it covered so that it is not directly exposed to berries,
leaves, rain, sunlight and other elements. Sea Eagles that
are left in water will most likely have to be emptied from
time to time.
Make sure that your Sea Eagle is dry before storing for
more than a few days, to remove any excess moisture that
could cause unsightly mildew. Choose a cool, dry spot
when storing in an area like basement, closet or garage.
Before you begin the deflation process, please keep in
mind that you should not fully deflate one chamber while
other chambers remain fully inflated as doing this can
cause damage to the bulkheads of your boat.
To deflate, remove the
cap, press down on the
valve stem and turn
clockwise to lock into
position. Release
around 50-75% of the
air from each chamber
before fully deflating.
Excess air can be
pushed out as you
rollup the boat.
Once deflated, loosen
the side stringers with
your foot and remove
both the stringers and
floorboards. You do not
need to remove the
supports on the FB-2 &
FB-4 floorboard pieces.
If you have a drop stitch
floor, you can deflate it
and roll it up with the
hull.
Fold the hull of the boat
inwards and underneath
the transom. From the
stern, fold the pontoons
towards the transom
and roll the boat forward
pushing any excess air
out of the boat as you
go along. When you're
finished, tuck the bow
neatly underneath.
Place the hull at the
center of the opened
boat bag and wrap the
boat with the narrow
flaps first. Lash down
with the nylon straps to
secure and repeat this
process with the wide
flaps and nylon straps.
Troubleshooting
If your boat is losing air it doesn’t necessarily mean that
its leaking. For instance a boat that is inflated late in the
day with 90° air may cool 20° overnight. The cooler air will
exert less pressure on the hull and the boat will appear
softer the next morning. When there has been no variation
in temperature and your boat is losing air then it is time to
start looking for the leak.
The first thing you should do when looking for a leak is to
actually look at the boat. Visually inspect the boat from a
few feet away and if necessary, flip it over and closely
check the outside. Any large leaks when your boat looses a
considerable amount of air should be clearly visible.
Be sure to check the tightness of the one-way recessed
valves as well and if necessary, tighten them with the valve
wrench included in the orange repair kit canister.
If you have a rough idea of where your leak is but can’t see
it, you may want to try listening for it as you may be able to
hear the air escaping and pinpoint the leak.
Other troubleshooting techniques you can try to locate the
leak is to dowse/spray a mix of dishwashing liquid over
suspicious areas. The leak may produce bubbles that will
pinpoint the location of the leak.
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Repairs
Although our Sea Eagles are very rugged and tough, you
may still experience the occasional puncture through use of
your boat. Fortunately most repairs are fairly easy and only
take a few minutes.
For an extensive repair please contact us directly for
assistance or a quote to have it sent back and repaired at
our facility. Repair fees start at $75.00 and do not include
return shipping charges.
Repair Kit
All Sea Eagles come
standard with this repair
kit which includes both
PVC patches and PVC
glue. Repair kits that
are included in boat
package purchases also
include the recessed
valve adapter and valve
wrench.
PVC Based Glue
For repairs on our boats
you will need to use a
PVC based glue. We
suggest this 12 oz. can
of Vyna Bond if you
need more glue than
what comes standard in
the repair kit.
Repair: Pinholes
Deflate your boat and
thoroughly clean and
dry the area that is to be
repaired. For small
punctures less than 1/8”
apply a small drop of
glue and allow 12 hours
to dry.
For immediate use
allow 30 minutes to dry
and then inflate the
compartment with the
repair only 3/4 full and
be sure to make a more
permanent repair later.
Repair: Patching
Leaks larger than a pin-
hole can be patched.
Most patches can be
done in a few minutes,
but we do offer a repair
service for more com-
plex jobs out of war-
ranty.
Using a ball point pen,
trace the outline of your
patch which should be
large enough to overlap
the damaged area by
approximately 1/2”.
Angle the pen inward a
bit so that the ink will be
covered by the patch
later.
Ap ply ad he sive to the
dull side of the patch
and around the area to
be repaired. Coat the
affected area lightly but
completely with glue.
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Place the patch on the
damaged area and
press down firmly. Let
the glue sit for 2-4 min-
utes until it appears
tacky. If glue does not
hold, heat patch with a
hair dryer.
A temperature of 160°
degrees will activate the
adhesive and from there
you can press firmly on
the patch until cooled.
DO NOT use a hair
dryer on an inflated boat
and NEVER use a heat
gun on your boat.
2-Part Adhesive
The adhesive that
comes standard in your
repair kit works for most
repairs and installations,
but for more detailed
and extensive repair we
recommend a 2-part
PVC adhesive.
Methyl Ethlyl Ketone
Methyl Ethyl Ketone or
MEK is a solvent used
to dissolve PVC based
glue in case you need
to remove a D-Ring,
glue residue or patch.
MEK is a strong solvent
and can damage the
material to the boat so
use it very carefully and
sparingly.
MEK is very flammable,
keep away from fire, lit
cigarettes or sparks.
When handling MEK we
recommend wearing
rubber gloves. Be sure
to use MEK in a well
ventilated area and
heed all warnings from
the manufacturer.
To remove a patch with MEK, dip a cotton swab and apply
it to the outer edges. The glue will start to dissolve and the
patch will begin to separate from the boat. Continue to
carefully apply MEK to the underneath of the patch and
continue peeling it off. Once removed you can also clean
off any residual glue with the MEK solvent. To reapply a
new patch, allow approximately 30 seconds for the MEK to
evaporate and apply the item to the boat.
Glue-On Pad Mount
(OPTIO AL)
This pad is made of a
flexible PVC and works
great for customizing
your Sea Eagle so that
you can install either a
Scotty Bait Caster or
Power Lock Rod Holder.
See the repairs section
of this manual for instal-
lation instructions.
Before you begin, take the provided stainless steel fasten-
ers and use them to mount and tighten the side mount to
the glue-on pad.
Position the glue-on pad in the desired location of your Sea
Eagle Boat and mark off the area surrounding the glue-on
pad with a pencil.
Next, use a brush (not included) to evenly apply the glue to
both the glue-on pad and the area that you marked off with
your pencil.
TIP: Using a hair dryer (10 seconds should be fine), heat
up the glue on both the glue-on pad and your Sea Eagle.
Mate the two sides, pressing out any air pockets or bubbles
along the way. Allow 24 hours for the glue to dry and then
the bonding process is complete and the mount is ready for
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Valve Replacement
DO NOT change out the
valve unless you are
sure it is broken. In
most cases the valve
will not leak. Because
the base of the valve is
built into the boat it can-
not be replaced without
cutting the chamber
open.
Should you need to re-
place the valve than we
recommend the follow-
ing tools and methods.
Suggested tools include
channel lock pliers,
valve wrench (included
with your repair kit) vice
grip pliers and piece of
repair material (also
found in the repair kit).
Inflate the chamber to
full pressure if possible
and loosen with the
valve wrench by turning
it counterclockwise.
Deflate the chamber
and unscrew the valve
body from the base.
Place the material in the
jaws of the channel lock
pliers to protect the hull
material. Once the body
of is unscrewed from
the base, pull the body
from the opening and
insert the replacement.
base. The opening is
very tight, so you may
have to pull on it hard.
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