Sun Dolphin Dinghy Sportyak User manual

Dinghy Models:
Sportyak
Water Tender 9.4
West Marine Water Tender 9.4
West Marine Classic Dinghy
OWNER’S MANUAL
1790 Sun Dolphin Drive
Muskegon, Michigan 49444
phone [phone]
fax [phone]
email [e-mail]
website www.sundolphin.com
Affordable Yacht Tender or Cottage Front Rowboat

Congratulations on the recent purchase of your new boat! You have purchased a boat from one of the nations leading manufacturers
of small boats. Your boat represents years of commitment to product design, excellence in engineering and quality in manufacturing.
With proper care and maintenance your boat should last for many years to come. Please call our helpful and knowledgeable
Customer Support Department if you have any questions or concerns.
MATERIALS
Your boat is manufactured from High Density Polyethylene (HDPE). It is a very durable material. Our specially
formulated HDPE has an ultra-violet inhibitor blended throughout the material to reduce color fade and
maintain its strength. Polyethylene is a somewhat flexible material with some memory. This means it has a
tendency to return to its original molded shape if distorted. All boats are equipped with foam for flotation
and meet U.S. Coast Guard and NMMA safety standards.
BOAT SET-UP
Paperwork
Warranty Registration Card
To properly register your boat with KL Outdoor for warranty validation please fill out the warranty registration form online at
www.sundolphin.com. Please review our full warranty statement. The serial number can be found on the outside of the hull in
the back right corner just under the rubrail. See Photo #1.
Manufacturers Statement of Origin (MSO)
You should receive a MSO with your new boat. Some states may require a MSO for proper registration of your boat. If you plan
on putting an electric motor on then it may be necessary to register it. Please check with your local dealer or state licensing bureau.
Owner’s Manual
Keep your owner’s manual for future reference. It is a good idea to write down the following information:
Serial Number ________________________________
Date of Purchase ________________________________
Purchased from ________________________________
Photo #1 Serial Number
Location.
Shown: Sportyak

Applying Decals
Before applying boat registration decals, clean the area with alcohol or any solvent that does not leave a residue. Make sure solvent
is put aside and is dry. Using a propane torch, lightly pass the flame back and forth over the area where the decals will be applied.
Don’t try to heat the surface. This process will enhance the adhesion of the decals.
BEFORE LEAVING SHORE & SAFETY PROCEDURES
• Check the weather and wave conditions.
• Review the maximum capacities on the capacity plate located on the rear port side of the deck. Ensure you
are safely within these limits.
•Make sure your drain plugs are secure. See Photo #2. Drain plug locations for other models as follows:
Water Tender 9.4 is located in the front of the boat on the hull.
West Marine Water Tender 9.4 is located in the front of the boat on the hull.
West Marine Classic Dinghy is located in the back of the boat on the hull.
• Make sure all passengers are wearing Personal Flotation Devices.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
With minimal care and maintenance, your boat has been designed to provide you with many years of enjoyment.
• HDPE is very impact resistant but it is vulnerable to excess abrasion. Avoid dragging the boat across gravel, asphalt or concrete.
If you wear a hole in the boat below the waterline HDPE is very difficult to repair. Nothing sticks to HDPE other than molten
HDPE. Most adhesives even those that are very aggressive will only make a temporary bond and probably will not be waterproof.
• Drain any water accumulated between your deck and hull.
• Don’t allow water to accumulate between the deck and hull and freeze. Freezing damages the polystyrene flotation foam.
• Your boat can be cleaned with warm water and any standard detergents. More difficult stains, such as brackish watermarks,
may be cleaned with a petroleum based cleaner. Read the manufacturers’ instructions carefully before using any cleaner.
• If your boat is to be used in salt-water environments, it is suggested that the boat and components be rinsed thoroughly with
fresh water after each use.
• Polyethylene is a somewhat flexible material with some memory. This means it has a tendency to return to its’ original molded
shape if distorted. If this occurs follow these steps:
1. Relieve the pressure that caused the dent or distortion by supporting the boat differently or removing gear.
2. Place the boat in the warm sun. Usually the south side of a building is the warmest spot. As the boat warms up usually (but
not always) the boat will return to its original molded shape. This may take a few hours or a couple of weeks depending upon
outside temperatures and the degree of distortion.
Photo #2 Drain Plug
Location.
Shown: Sportyak

STORAGE
• If possible, it is best to store your boat inside for the winter.
• Make sure all water is drained from between the deck and hull.
• When storing your boat, open the drain plug and stand it up to ensure proper drainage or turn it upside down.
• Don’t allow water to accumulate between the deck and hull and freeze. Freezing damages the polystyrene flotation foam.
• Don’t place the boat on 4x4’s or sawhorses. Dents will form in the hull.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Order online at www.sundolphin.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Where is the serial number located? The serial number is located in the back right hand corner on the outside of the hull
just under the rubrail. The number will be stamped on a silver plate, starts with JOK and is 12 digits long. See Photo #1.
2. There is water inside my boat. Is this normal? Just like any boat, your boat may take on some water. Because of its flexible
nature, a polyethylene boat is prone to accumulate a small amount of water between the deck and hull. Water may accumulate
between the deck and hull due to rain, waves and condensation. This is normal, not a defect, and should be drained after
each use. Do not return to the retailer. Please be sure to secure the drain plugs after draining. Remove battery before draining
your boat.
3. How should I store my boat in the winter? See Storage.
4. What can I do if dents form in the hull from improper storage? Expose the dent to warm sunlight preferably on the south
side of a building. As the plastic warms it will usually (but not always) return to its molded shape. This process may take one
day to two weeks.

Specifications
Length 85” 216cm
Width 42” 107cm
Height 16.5” 42cm
Weight 55 lbs. 25kg
Capacity 325 lbs. 147kg
ALSO FEATURES:
• Meets US Coast
Guard Safety
Standards
Please Choose Your Model
Shallow draft
exceptionally
stable hull design
Tow rope
Capacity
for two
Rugged
UV-stabilized
Fortiflex®
High Density
Polyethylene
deck and hull with
injected foam
flotation
360° safety
lanyard
Chrome
oarlocks
sockets
Sportyak
Specifications
Length 9.4’ 284cm
Width 55” 140cm
Height 21” 53cm
Weight 106 lbs. 46kg
Capacity 480 lbs. 218kg
HP Rating 5
Water Tender 9.4
Large seating areas
with recessed
beverage holders Built-in
oarlock
sockets
Carrying handles/tie
down locations
Built-in
motor mount
Center seat
for rowing
Rugged Fortiflex High
Density Polyethylene
deck and hull
Modified tri-hull
design maximizes
stability and
interior room
Stainless steel bow
ALSO FEATURES:
• Meets US Coast
Guard Safety
Standards

Please Choose Your Model
West Marine Water Tender 9.4
Specifications
Length 9.4’ 284cm
Width 55” 140cm
Height 21” 53cm
Weight 106 lbs. 46kg
Capacity 480 lbs. 218kg
HP Rating 5
West Marine Classic Dinghy
Large seating areas
with recessed
beverage holders Built-in
oarlock
sockets
Carrying handles/tie
down locations
Built-in
motor mount
Center seat
for rowing
Rugged Fortiflex High
Density Polyethylene
deck and hull
Modified tri-hull
design maximizes
stability and
interior room
Stainless steel bow
Dry
storage
Carrying handles/tie
down locations
Built-in
motor mount
Dry
storage
Center seat
for rowing
Rugged Fortiflex High
Density Polyethylene
deck and hull
Stainless steel bow
Large seating areas
Built-in
oarlock
sockets
Specifications
Length 9.9’ 297cm
Width 4.7’ 140cm
Height 23” 58cm
Weight 100 lbs. 45kg
Capacity 443 lbs. 201kg
HP Rating 6

Warranty
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
GENERAL INFORMATION
Your boat represents years of commitment to product design, excellence in engineering and quality in manufacturing. With proper care and maintenance, your boat should
last for many years to come. If you have any questions or need technical support please go to the “Contact Us” section of our website at www.sundolphin.com or contact our
Customer Service Department at 800-733-2727.
Do not return this boat to the retailer. If you have any questions regarding this product please contact us. In order to provide you with efficient and accurate service, please have
the following information available: model and serial number, date and proof of purchase.
KL Outdoor’s warranty is valid only if the product is used for its intended purposes and for which it was designed.
HOW TO REGISTER YOUR BOAT
Warranty is not valid unless registration is submitted within 30 days of retail purchase. Please register your boat via our website at www.sundolphin.com.
TERMS OF LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
KL Outdoor warrants to the original owner of any KL Outdoor boat. Any part of the deck or hull which is defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced,
without charge, at the purchasers’ local authorized dealer or at KL Outdoor. This warranty is non-transferable.
Component parts and accessories are warranted for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. Any warranties from suppliers of component parts supersede KL
Outdoor’s warranty.
CLAIMS PROCEDURE
The return of any KL Outdoor boat will not be accepted without a return authorization number. The retailer can obtain this number by contacting our Customer Service
Department.
Any claim under this warranty must be communicated via our website at www.sundolphin.com. Please have the following information available: model, serial number, proof of
purchase and photos of the defect. KL Outdoor will evaluate the information and determine if it is a valid manufacturing defect prior to issuing a return authorization number.
KL Outdoor reserves the right to discontinue and make changes in any of its products. In the event that products covered by this warranty are not available, KL Outdoor shall
have the right to substitute products at KL Outdoor’s sole discretion of comparable grade, quality or price.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
The owner must follow the Care and Maintenance Instructions outlined in the owner’s manual. Failure to follow such instructions may void this warranty.
This warranty does not cover:
1. Damage caused by accidents, vandalism, abuse, misuse, neglect or carelessness
2. Any defect cause by alteration or modification
3. Boats used for rental or commercial purposes
4. Damage caused by Mother Nature, environmental conditions or other causes beyond the control of KL Outdoor
5. Deterioration from normal wear or exposure
6. Any defect which would not have occurred if instructions in the owner’s manual had been followed
7. Hull abrasion damages
8. Damages incurred in possession of freight company or any other third party
Freight to and from local dealer or manufacturing plant is at the owner’s expense. KL Outdoor is not responsible for any damages incurred in transport, for storing or for
inconvenience or loss of time or money while repairs are being made.
All incidental and/or consequential damages are excluded from this warranty. Implied warranties are limited to the life of this warranty. Some states do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which may vary from state to state.
This limited warranty only covers products within the continental United States, Canada and Mexico.