Sport Kayaks SE330 & SE370 Instructions & Owner’s Manual Sea Eagle Boats, Inc. 19 N.
Congratulations on purchasing a Sea Eagle! With over 50 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. Manufacture’s Certifications Our kayaks comply with ISO 6185 standard established by the International Organization for S tandardization.
SAFETY In a manual of this type, it is impossible to give adequate space to the topic of water safety. For further information on kayaking safety, visit USCGKayaking.org or enroll in a water safety course by a local provider. It is your responsibility to be aware of and comply with all relevant safety regulations. For all water recreation or sport, you should have reasonable swimming abilities. It is strongly advised that you should never go kayaking alone.
OPERATING YOUR SEA EAGLE Lake & Stream Paddling • • • • • Keep drain valve closed tightly and properly to keep water out of the kayak Start off slowly Hold your paddle out in front of you with your arms as straight as possible Keep your eyes up and focused on the horizon Build up speed to maintain a true heading Note: If you dig in too hard at first, the kayak will tend to yaw (move side to side)in the water.
INFLATION & SETUP: Valves & Pumps Roll out kayak on a hazard free, flat surface. Remove the White Valves from the p lastic bag. White Valves Five valves for the chambers on the k ayak and 2 for each seat. Stretch the retainer ring over the valve base then screw the valve into the base tightly. U nscrew the outer cap to reveal the inflation port. *Tip: Stretch the retainer ring with fi ngers before sliding the bases.
INFLATION: Inflation & Set-Up First, make sure the pump is switched OFF before inserting the power adapter into car’s power outlet. Insert the air outlet directly into the valve. Note the valve adapters and black tube that come with the MB-80 are not necessary for Sea Eagle Boats. Battery Connector (OPTIONAL) Powers the MB-80 by connecting it directly to a 12V car or marine battery.
If the Inflation Monitor is lost, a ruler can be used (10cm or 4”). Spray Skirts can be inflated with just a few pumps from the foot pump. When using the screw on adapter, place adapter over threaded valve and twist to the right to tighten. Twist to the left to remove. Deluxe Inflatable Seats Attach valves as shown for the kayak. Inflate the seats so that they are comfrotably firm. Tighten valves very firmly to avoid deflation. SEC Inflatable Seats Attach valves as shown for the kayak.
Fold starting from the bow (front). Ensure compact storage by folding tightly from the start. At the end, tuck the bow into the hull and place the skeg protectors over the skegs. The additional holes in the shaft are for “feathering” the blades. Blades can be offset from each other to make paddling into a stiff breeze easier as the blade that is not in the water will be able to slice through the wind with little resistance.
Diaphragm Troubleshooting: Air Leaks If your kayak is losing air it doesn’t necessarily mean that it has a hole. For instance a kayak 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 kayak will appear softer the next morning. When there has been no variation in temperature and your kayak is losing air then it is time to start looking for the leak.
Using a hair dryer, warm the skeg until the curve becomes soft & pliable. This should only take about 2-3 minutes on a normal setting. Once the skeg(s) is soft, you can straighten it with your hands. Patching Leaks that are larger than a pinhole can be patched. Most patches can be done in a few minutes, but we do offer a repair service for more complex jobs. Note: A small paint brush (not included) can come in handy for spreading glue.
Repairs Field Repairs Place the patch on the damaged area and press down firmly. Let the glue sit for 2-4 minutes until it appears tacky. If glue does not hold, heat patch with a hair dryer for about a minute and re-seat the patch. Use a hair dryer on the high setting to activate the adhesive and then press firmly on the patch until it cools. Note: NEVER use a hair dryer on an inflated kayak.
Accessories (OPTIONAL) We offer a wide variety of accessories to use with your Sea Eagle Sport Kayak. QuikSail (OPTIONAL) Converts any kayak into a sailing vessel. Easily deploys in under one minute, breaks down to just 43” for convenient storage in the bow or stern and sails up to 45 degrees left or right. Comes complete with separate instruction manual. Personal Flotation Devices (OPTIONAL) U.S.C.G. approved. Life jackets, paddling vest, PFD Belts available in various sizes.
