Hobie I12S Manuel d'utilisateur

Hobie Inflatable KayaksInstruction ManualHobie Mirage i12s

The kayak storage bag is a travel design to allow you to get your kayak into the bag as easily as possible with minimal folds. Follow the diagrams be

HOBIEKAYAKS.COM10Easy-Load Kayak Storage Travel BagPlace the folded kayak over the bag so the bottom rub rail runs with the length of the bag. Pull t

11Basic Kayak InformationBasic Kayak FeaturesThe front of the boat is the “bow” and the rear is the “stern”. When looking forward to the bow, the left

HOBIEKAYAKS.COM12Safety Checklist· To avoid damage to the Hobie Mirage Drive, push either pedal completely forward before beaching or in shallow wate

13How to Perform a Self RescueIf you fall out of your boat, don’t panic. Stay with the boat. You should be wearing a life jacket which will keep you a

HOBIEKAYAKS.COM14PaddlingYou can choose to paddle, pedal or combine the two. These guidelines will help you to get started.To start, sit in your kayak

15Storing Your Hobie KayakHobie has chosen PVC to provide superior protection from ultraviolet light. However, to ensure extra years of flexibil-ity a

HOBIEKAYAKS.COM16Transporting Your Hobie KayakThe most compact and common way to transport your kayak is to deflate it and place it inside the storage

17Kayak Leak Detection and RepairHobie kayaks are made from very durable PVC but may, on occasion, require minor repairs. Repairs are easily done with

18Warranty InformationHobie provides a limited two year hull warranty. Your warranty registration card is packaged with this owner’s manual and shoul

1Thank you for choosing a Hobie Mirage Inflatable Kayak. As a member of the Hobie way of life, you are now on the road to pure adventure in pedaling a

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HOBIEKAYAKS.COM2Sit-on-top CockpitHobie Mirage kayaks are open-top cockpit designs. This allows the kayaker to enter and exit the kayak easily fro

3Inflating Your Hobie Mirage KayakFollow the instructions below for valve operation and correct inflation and deflation procedures.Valve Operation Yo

HOBIEKAYAKS.COM4Inflation Tips and Precautions· The boat can be inflated either with our hand pump or an electric pump. The electric pump can inflate

5Rear Draining ScuppersLocated just behind the seat on the i12s and behind the rear most seat on the i14t are two draining scup-pers. These will allo

6Rudder OperationSteering Operation and AdjustmentOn the left side of the kayak is a steering handle which turns the rudder left and right. When in u

7Hobie Mirage DriveDrive Installation/Removal1. Insert the Hobie Mirage Drive into the opening of the hull in front of the seat location so it is fac

HOBIEKAYAKS.COM8WashingAfter using in salt water or dirty water, wash the Hobie Mirage Drive with fresh water. Allow to dry, then spray metal parts (