Solo Skif Solo Skif User manual

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Solo Ski Owners Manual
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empower your
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Description/Layout of boat........................4
General information...................................5
Powering your Solo Ski............................6
Safety.............................................................7
Operating your Solo Ski...........................8
Storing your Solo Ski................................9

SOLO SKIFF DESCRIPTION & LAYOUT
BOW HANDLE
BOW
OPTIONAL ACCESS PORT
COOLER / STORAGE
THRU BOTTOM DRAIN
COOLER DECK DRAINS
ROD TUBES
COCKPIT / FLOOR
GUNNELS / DECK
SEAT / STORAGE HATCH
TRANSOM
MOTOR WELL
GRAB BAR
SEAT STORAGE HATCH
STORAGE HATCH LATCH
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WE SUGGEST YOU TAKE TIME TO LOOK OVER THIS PAGE
AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE SOLO SKIFF.
THESE AREAS / FEATURES WILL BE REFERENCED IN
OTHER PARTS OF THE OWNERS MANUAL.
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BOW HANDLE - FOR LIFTING THE HULL ONLY
BOW - FRONT OF BOAT
ACCESS PORT LOCATION - ALLOWS INSTALLATION OF OP-
TIONAL AFTER-MARKET SCREW IN PORT.
COOLER / STORAGE - CAN BE USED AS A COOLER, OR DRY
STORAGE. DO NOT STORE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT IN THIS
AREA AS NO GUARANTEE IS MADE THAT IT WILL STAY DRY.
COOLER DECK DRAINS - IN COMBINATION WITH THE
COOLER LID (NOT SHOWN) KEEPS WATER OUT OF COOLER
DURING NORMAL USE.
COOLER THRU BOTTOM DRAIN - ALLOWS DRAINING /
RINSING OF COOLER
ROD TUBES- FOR ROD TIP STORAGE / TUBES ARE CAPPED /
SEALED SO WATER CAN’T GET IN HULL.
COCKPIT - AREA FOR STANDING, GETTING IN AND OUT OF
BOAT, AND KNEELING TO GET INTO STORAGE AREAS.
SEAT / STORAGE HATCH - FOR SITTING, AND ACCESS TO
INTERNAL HULL STORAGE
TRANSOM - FOR MOUNTING ELECTRIC TOLLING MOTOR
OR OUTBOARD MOTOR.
GRAB BAR - FOR LIFTING SOLO DURING LOADING - NOT TO
BE USED FOR STORAGE, OR HANGING THE BOAT.
Hatch cover, cooler cover, and bungee not shown for clarity.
COOLER / STORAGE w/
LID / BUNGEE
e Solo Ski is an all one piece rotomolded personal water cra designed for shing and other water activities. It
combines design features of kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and power cra. is combination of features creates
a cra that is safer than powered canoes (or other similar boats) due to the nature of Solo Ski ’s- ‘sit on’, instead of
‘sit in’ design, that keeps the Solo from trapping water on the oor and deck. We have done everything we can do to
make the Solo Ski safe, but you must always exercise good judgment in it’s use, and never do anything above your
skill and knowledge level. Have fun and be safe !

SOLO SKIFF GENERAL INFORMATION
Your Solo Ski is made by a process called rotational molding. e entire hull is all one piece. It is made of polyethylene, one
layer of outer plastic resin that contains the color, and a layer inside that is foamed. is multi layer process greatly increases
the strength of your hull while at the same time providing a margin of safety against cracks. With proper care the hull will
last for many years of use. e multi layer process also greatly aids in otation. Your Solo Ski has the foam layer on the
entire inside surface. If you cut a Solo Ski in pieces and put each piece in the water they will all oat. is provides a level of
safety you do not get with any single layer kayak. Your Solo Ski also has foam blocks installed for added otation and safety.
Do not remove these blocks of foam.
CONSTRUCTION
Your Solo Ski is designed to be used in fresh water, or saltwater. All factory hardware is stainless and corrosion resistant.
YOUR SOLO SKIFF CAN BE POWERED BY;
1. OUTBOARD MOTORS (5Hp Maximum)
2. ELECTRIC TROLLING MOTORS (30-40Lb rust is plenty)
3. ELECTRIC OUTBOARDS (TORQEEDO 1003)
4. MANUAL POWER - SOLO SKIFF ROWING KIT, SUP/KAYAK PADDLE, PUSH POLE
Regardless of how you power your Solo Ski the rst priority should always be safety. Familiarize yourself with the Solo Ski
before venturing out into the water. Before venturing into open water be sure you have read this manual as well as your en-
gine manual. Make sure your engine is securely and properly fastened to the hull. Make sure you fully understand all opera-
tional procedures of the motor and have a backup plan in case of failure. If your using battery power, be sure you understand
your range. Range on a trolling motor great diminishes with speed. e faster you try to go, the faster the battery goes dead.
PROPELLING YOUR SOLO SKIFF
DO NOT OVERPOWER YOUR SOLO SKIFF
YOUR SOLO SKIFF IS RATED FOR THE FOLLOWING WEIGHTS AND POWER.
THESE LIMITS ARE FOR YOUR SAFETY !
U.S. COAST GUARD
MAXIMUM CAPACITIES
PERSON OR 250 LBS
400 LBS. PERSONS, MOTOR, GEAR
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5HP MOTOR

POWERING YOUR SOLO SKIFF
YOU MUST MAKE SURE THE
FRONT OF THE CAVITATION
PLATE IS NOT RUBBING THE
HULL OF YOUR SOLO SKIFF.
THIS WILL CAUSE DAMAGE-
POSSIBLY PUNCTURING THE
HULL, AND OR ALLOWING
WATER IN YOUR HULL. THIS
WILL ALSO VOID YOUR WAR-
RANTY.
1. Install motor on transom per motor manufacturers instructions.
2. Do not drill through your transom to mount motor.
3. Clamp motor tight enough to avoid slippage o transom.
4. Adjust trim pin on motor so cavitation plate does not touch the hull while under power or
at rest.
5. Be sure motor is centered on transom.
6. Double check that cavitation plate does not contact hull.
7. e rst time you run the boat, motor a very short distance and double check clearance.
8. DO NOT RUN MOTOR IN TRIMMED UP POSITION- THE PROP CAN HIT HULL
CAUTION!!!
CAVITATION PLATE
IF YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE ADJUSTING THE MOTOR SO IT DOES NOT RUB CALL YOUR LOCAL
SOLO SKIFF PRO - DO NOT USE BOAT IF IT IS RUBBING OR YOU HAVE A DOUBT
TRIM PIN - SEE MOTOR
OWNERS MANUAL FOR
DETAILS HOW TO
ADJUST MOTOR TRIM
ANGLE
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SAFETY
1. If you are not experienced with powerboat operation,
seek the help and training of an experienced power-
boat operator before using your Solo Ski.
2. ALWAYS wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved otation
device when on the Solo Ski. It can save your life and
is the law !
3. Download and read a copy of the “BOATERS GUIDE
TO THE FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR RECRE-
ATIONAL BOATS AND SAFETY TIPS”
4. Never overload the Solo Ski.
5. NEVER STORE EXTRA FUEL INSIDE THE BOAT - IT IS
NOT VENTILATED AND COULD LEAD TO AN EXPLO-
SION.
6. NEVER DRILL A HOLE IN THE BOTTOM OR
SIDES OF YOUR BOAT TO INSTALL HARDWARE
7. Always check your boat for signs of damage before
heading out. If you see anything that looks like it could
potentially cause problems do not use your boat.
8. Always double check that cooler drain plug is in place.
9. Only use approved containers for caring extra fuel.
10. Always carry a spare paddle inside the hull. ere are
telescopic paddles that will easily t inside hull.
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WATER
WATER
PROPER LOADING
IF YOUR SOLO SKIFF IS PROPERLY LOADED, WATER WILL ALWAYS
DRAIN OUT OF THE COCKPIT - FLOWING AROUND THE SEAT,
AND RIGHT OFF THE BACK QUICKLY. IF IT IS NOT DRAINING
YOU HAVE TOO MUCH WEIGHT IN FRONT OF THE BOAT - AD-
JUST THE LOAD BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER !
ROUGH WATER / BOAT WAKES
Do not operate your boat parallel to large waves. Always head
into waves as perpendicular as possible. If you are going in the
same direction as the waves, do not run perpendicular to the
waves direction as losses of steering can occur and hull broach-
ing.
We realize that things can happen and happen without warn-
ing and so should you. Boat wakes, and waves - if caught o
guard at the wrong angle can capsize or ip your hull over.
BOAT WAKES, CAN UNEXPECTEDLY MAKE YOUR SOLO SKIFF
CHANGE DIRECTION THROWING YOU OFF BALANCE AND
OUT OF YOUR SKIFF. OPERATE CAUTIOUSLY IN ANY WAKES.
IN THE EVENT OF CAPSIZING
It is important to note that your hull will not sink,nor ll with
water with the hatch shut, so do not panic.
Calmly get on top of the hull, go to the rear, and reach down in
the motor well and grab the cockpit oor (under water) oppo-
site you. Remain squatted and lean back. You should be able to
right the hull. ere is a video online demonstrating this .
We suggest you practice this in calm water before using your
Solo Ski. Do so without the engine installed as immersing the
motor can damage it.
ALWAYS WEAR THE
MOTOR KILL/ SHUTOFF LAN-
YARD WHEN STARTING AND
OPERATING THE MOTOR
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Safety equipment should always be on board
as required by law and for your safety. Al-
ways have a daytime visual signaling device,
a whistle or horn (approved by USCG) ap-
proved P.F.D. (should be wearing)
SAFETY NOTES e Solo Ski is only designed for one person

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OPERATING YOUR BOAT
THINGS TO REMEMBER
1. Always wear your engine kill / shuto
lanyard when you start and operate the boat
- IT CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE !
2. Always wear a P.F.D. when operating a
Solo Ski - it can save your life and is re-
quired by law.
3. Do not over steer your boat, doing so
could throw you out of the boat.
4. Be sure the hatch latch is secured to keep
your hatch closed. Keep it latched at all
times.
5. Make sure your plug is in the cooler drain.
6. If your motor has reverse gear - GO AT
IDLE SPEED ONLY!
7. e Solo Ski is a small personal wa-
tercra that is not meant for rough water
use. Operating the boat in rough water can
lead to the boat being ipped upside down.
Always use caution when approaching boat
wakes , waves. Keep your Solo Ski in calm
conditions.
8. Never stand while operating the Solo
Ski.
9. Slowly get accustomed to your boat in the
water.
10. Never use the grab bar to tow another
boat. You can damage the bar and molded in
mounts in the hull.
11. Always inspect your grab bar, and bow
handle before ling boat for signs of dam-
age. If you suspect damage or wear, do not
li boat with handles.
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GRADUALLY TURN YOUR SKIFF !
DO NOT TURN
THE SKIFF TOO
SHARPLY OR
QUICKLY !!
USING ‘360’REVERSE :
SOME SMALL ENGINES ALLOW YOU TO GO IN REVERSE
USE BY SPINNING THEM 360 DEGREES. IF YOU ARE NOT
VERY CAREFUL, THE ENGINE CAN SWING UP AND THE
PROPELLER HIT YOUR HULL WHEN YOU GO IN REVERSE.
WE SUGGEST YOU DO NOT DO THIS TO AVOID POSSIBLE
HULL DAMAGE THAT COULD ALLOW WATER IN YOUR
HULL.
TURNING THE BOAT TOO
QUICKLY - ABRUPTLY -
SHARPLY CAN THROW YOU
OUT OF THE BOAT. DO NOT
TURN TOO SHARP !
GRADUALLY GET ACCUS-
TOMED TO HOW THE BOAT
TURNS AND BE CAREFUL
ALWAYS.

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STORAGE / TRANSPORT
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DO NOT STAND OR WALK IN YOUR SOLO SKIFF UNLESS IT IS IN THE WATER
When storing, AND transporting your Solo Ski always be sure to support the hull under the in-
verted chines on the bottom along the full length. If you use a trailer the bunks should be spaced
as above and run from past the transom to where the inverted chines stop. SEE ABOVE
NOTES
• Do not store the engine on your Solo Ski.
• Remove engine at end of the day of use.
• Do not hang your solo Ski.
• Do not leave hull unsupported longer than one-
hour, less in hot conditions.
• Storing the Solo Ski in any way other than
shown above will dent and possibly damage
hull.
• You can store the Solo Ski on a at oor.
• Do not store your Solo Ski out in the sun.
• e bow handle, and rear grab bar are not de-
signed to hang from.
• Do not store boat upside down, it will warp.
• IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS EMAIL US at
[e-mail]
SUPPORT
SUPPORT
BATTERY STORAGE
IF YOU ARE USING AN ELECTRIC TROLL-
ING MOTOR AND BATTERY SETUP PAY
ATTENTION TO FOLLOWING.
• Always fully support the hull under the
battery.
• Do not launch and load boat with battery
inside the hull.
• Do not store boat with battery inside un-
less fully supported or in the water.
ANY OF THE ABOVE CAN WARP AND
DAMAGE YOUR HULL.
DO NOT STORE BOAT ON IT’S SIDE
Do not leave / store boat where the bow is in a lower position than the stern of your Solo Ski. If
you can pour water in the cockpit and it does not drain out- your boat is bow down. When Solo
Ski is stored this way, water cannot drain and will build up in the cockpit, and eventually can
seep into the hull area through the rod tube anges. Even though sealed, these can leak at times.
BOW DOWN
ANGLE WILL NOT ALLOW
DRAINAGE