Hobie Mirage i12s Manual de usuario

Hobie Mirage i12s

9The 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 di

10Easy-Load Kayak Storage Travel BagPlace the folded kayak over the bag so the bottom rub rail runs with the length of the bag. Pull the

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

12Safety Checklist· To avoid damage to the Hobie Mirage Drive, push either pedal completely forward before beaching or in shallow water. Use small, p

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

14PaddlingYou can choose to paddle, pedal or combine the two. These guidelines will help you to get started.To start, sit in your kayak. Your b

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

16Transporting Your Hobie KayakThe most compact and common way to transport your kayak is to deflate it and place it inside the storage trav

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

19Hobie Mirage Kayaks• Two storage hatches; 8” & 6"• Two molded-in fishing rod holders• Large cargo area w/Bungee tie-downs• Padded mid-boat

Length: 13' 5”/ 4.09 mWidth: 28.5"/ 0.72 mHull Weight: 58 lbs./ 22 kgMirageDrive Weight: 6.6 lbs./ 3 kgCapacity: 350 lbs./ 159 kg• Three sto

Paddle KayaksLength: 9'/ 2.74 mWidth: 30"/ 0.76 mHull Weight: 40 lbs./ 18 kgCapacity: 325 lbs./ 147 kg• 6" hatch• Molded-in drink holde

21Length: 13’/ 3.96 mWidth: 28.5"/ 0.72 mHull Weight: 57 lbs./ 26 kgCapacity: 350 lbs./ 159 kg• Two hatches: Large covered bow hatch & 8"

1HOBIE CAT 4925 Oceanside Blvd. Oceanside, CA 92056 Phone (760) 758-9100 Fax (760) 758-1841REV 8/07PN 95000Mirage Inflatable KayaksLength: 12/ 3.66mW

2Sit-on-top CockpitHobie Mirage kayaks are open-top cockpit designs. This allows the kayaker to enter and exit the kayak easily from the shore, do

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

4Inflation Tips and Precautions· The boat can be inflated either with our hand pump or an electric pump. The electric pump can inflate the boat to a

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 wil

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

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

8WashingAfter using in salt water or dirty water, wash the Hobie Mirage Drive with fresh water. Allow to dry, then spray metal parts (nuts, chains, c