OWNER’S MANUAL Sun Dolphin Fishing Boats 1790 Sun Dolphin Drive Muskegon, Michigan 49444 phone 231-733-2725 fax 231-739-4502 email klsales@kloutdoor.com website www.sundolphin.
Congratulations on the recent purchase of your new fishing boat! You have purchased a boat from one of the nation’s 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.
Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin (MSO) Each boat comes with a document called a Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin (MSO). Think of it like the title to your car. It’s your proof, along with your sales receipt, of ownership. You’ll need both the MSO completed and signed by the retailer and your sales receipt to register the boat with your state licensing bureau. Most states require that you register your boat if it has a motor or will be used with a motor.
Installing the Seats Follow seat installation instructions provided with seats. Note: the American 12 Jon Boat does not come with seats. Installing Drain Plugs 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 use.
Installing Oar Locks (if desired) Note: not all models include an Oarlock Kit. If you would like an Oarlock Kit, it is available for purchase. To install follow the instructions included with the Oarlock Kit. Note: that if the installation instructions are not followed, the oarlocks may come loose and the boat may be damaged. You will also need oars, which are available from KL Outdoor. Please call our Customer Support Department or order online www.sundolphin.com.
1. Cut the trolling motor power wires just behind the alligator clips or ring connectors and strip about ½” of the insulation from the end of these wires. 2. Connect the trolling motor power wires to the plug wires using the connectors included in the accessory packet or by soldering. Note: Be sure to connect the same color wires together: the RED wire on the plug is positive (+) the BLACK wire is negative (-). Consult the trolling motor instructions for more details.
The Pro 102 uses 3 amp. in-line fuses for the lights and aerator and a 50 amp. for the trolling motor. If any of your electrical systems are not working, check the in-line fuses located next to the battery terminals in the wire. Replace if necessary. INSTALLING ACCESSORIES Fish Finders/Depth Finders Pro 120 and American 12 Jon 1. Hook up power for the fish finder or other accessories. The power will need to be connected directly to the battery.
SECURITY MEASURES WARNING R ead the following information before using your fishing boat. Failure to follow the warning precautions below may lead to serious injury including the possibility of death. R eview the maximum capacities on the capacity plate, located on the rear starboard side of the deck. Ensure you are safely within these limits. M ake sure your drain plugs are installed and secure.
OPERATING THE BOAT Launching Tips • When launching the boat from shore it is better to enlist the help of a bystander or passenger to help lift the boat and carry it to the water. You can drag the boat but carrying it will prevent excessive hull abrasion over time. • Be sure motor is tilted up to prevent damage when lowering the boat into the water. • If launching from a trailer, make sure to remove all tie downs before backing onto the launching ramp.
Traveling Across the Water Do not be concerned if you notice a slight hull flexing during use. The boat is designed to flex and absorb minor bumps without damage. This flexing is one of the great advantages of polyethylene. Trim/Planing (all models) The Pro 120 is designed with a planing hull. However it likely will not plane with less than a 9.9 HP motor. Two-cycle outboards generally provide better performance on a small boat because they are lighter in weight than four-cycle motors.
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.
STORAGE • Remove the boat from the water. Leaving the boat in the water for any longer than a few days will promote algae growth on the hull. • Winter can be very hard on boats. We advise cleaning and coating electrical fittings with CRC 56 or battery terminal protectant prior to storage. For best results we suggest a mooring cover, which prevents water and debris from accumulating. Custom fit boat covers are available from KL Outdoor. Please call our Customer Support Department or order online at www.
Please Choose Your Model Pro 120 Sportsman Built-in rear motor mount Adjustable and removable swivel seats Recessed drink and tackle holders Protective vinyl rubrail Built-in front motor mount Mooring cleats Convenient handrails Prewired for electric trolling motor ALSO FEATURES: • Meets CE & US Coast Guard safety standards • Closed cell polystyrene foam flotation • Carrying handles Durable seat supports Formed battery location Rugged UV‑stabilized Fortiflex® High Density Polyethylene deck a
Please Choose Your Model Pro 102 Pro 94 Twin swivel fishing chairs Livewell with drain Built-in trolling motor mount Twin padded swivel fishing chairs Livewell with aerator Trolling motor plug-in socket Bow navigation light Built-in trolling motor mount Thru-transom drain Battery compartment (battery not included) Tie-down/ mooring cleats Also Features: • Meets CE and US Coast Guard Safety Standards • Made of durable, dentresistant High Density Polyethylene • Fits in the back of a pickup, no trai
American 12 Jon Boat Oarlock sockets Large seating area Four rod holder locations Recessed drink and tackle holders Fuel tank storage Battery storage Built-in front locations fore/aft electric motor mount Recessed grip wells for easy transport Protective vinyl rubrail Stainless steel bow eye Extra storage ALSO FEATURES: • Meets CE & US Coast Guard Safety Standards • Closed cell polystyrene foam flotation Exclusive mold design ensures rigidity Shallow draft flat hull design Length Width Height W
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.
