Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product NS 260 LodeStar
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Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 1 of 23 P a g e Contents 0. Decl aration of conform ity 2 1. General 1.1 Introduc tion 4 1.2 design category 4 1.3 Capacity plate 5 1.4 National legi slati on 5 1.5 General safety informa tion 5 2. Specifi cations,descripti on and features 2.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 2 of 23 0. Declaration of conformity ( European Legislation) Declaration of Conformity Marine Powe Europe, Parc Industriel de Petit-Rechain, B-4800 VERVIE.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 3 of 23 ISO 8666 Length meas urements. ISO 10087 Hull identification / code system. ISO 10240 Owners manual.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 4 of 23 1. General 1.1 Introduction This manual has been compiled to help you to operate your craft with safety and pleasure. It contains d etails of th e craft, the equi pment supplied or fitted, its systems, and information on its operation and maintenance.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 5 of 23 1.3 Capacity Plate The manufact urer's CAPACITY plate is located on the insi de of the boat transom.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 6 of 23 2. Specifications , description and features 2.1 Specifications Declaration of conformity: The Quickroller 190-230, Ultra Light 195-220-250, NSA 2.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 7 of 23 2.2 Boat Model This is an inflatable boat that gets its form, strength and buoyancy by means of inflation with air. The boat is design ed for small voyages in sheltered and open waters, depending on the design category (see 2.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 8 of 23 2.6 Drawin gs 1-2 drain plug system 3-4 valves 5 engi ne plate 6 engi ne pad 7 r o w i n g s e a t 8 seat hook 9 air floor/air deck 10 red reflect.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 9 of 23 the boat . See point 3.5 a nd 3.6 f or FLOO R installation. 3.1 The valves The Lodestar val ves are especially designed for safe and comfortable use.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 10 of 23 3.4 Inflation of t ube * The proper inf lation and deflation is essential for THE long life of your boat. To inflate the boat, roll THE BOAT OUT on the floor . Remove any sharp objects from flat surface where boat will be assembled.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 11 of 23 * Do not use mechanic al compressors t o inflate your boat. The p ump that is delivered gives exactly the right pressure to your boat.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 12 of 23 are two transom tracks fixed against the transom. To fix the floor at the transom, you have to slide the flaps that are a ttached at the back of the floor through the tra ck (see below). * Lodestar has two types of inflatable floorboards Type 1: NSA MODELS.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 13 of 23 * Local water conditions must be taken into accoun t befo re oper ating boat wi th oars or a small outboard. Boat power may not be strong enough to overcome currents in tidal inlets, open seas, small channels or shallows of shoal water regions.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 14 of 23 * If you defl ate and sto re your Lode star, you c an leave the inflatable floorboard as it is installed, just leave out the air and fold the boat. 3.10 Folding the boat • Put the boat on the floor • Take out the PVC floorboards, if applicable.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 15 of 23 3.11.2.2 Towing of a RIB 4. Safety and operation recommandations 4.0 Important Safety Information.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 16 of 23 • Occupants could be thrown forwar d due to unexpected loss of forward m otion ‑ a particular concern for passengers in the front of the boat who co uld be ejecte d over the bow and possi bly struck by the gearcase or propelle r.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 17 of 23 to force the boat hull partially or completely out of the wat er, certain h azards aris e, particularly when the boat re-enters the water. warning Avoid serious injury or death from bei ng thrown within or out of a boat when it lands after jumping a wave or wake.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 18 of 23 • If your out board is too low on the transom it will create drag and it will throw up water into the boat. In both cases you e nd up with loss of speed, so try to find the ideal position before you FINALLY bolt your engine to the transom (consult your engine supplier).
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 19 of 23 the boat. The hull cavity plug should be removed periodically to eliminate water from CONDENSATING in t he inner hull.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 20 of 23 lights. Breathing th e vapours or expo sure to the skin may be hazardous t o your he alth. Avoi d breathing the vapours and contact wit h skin and eyes by wearing a car bon filter respirator and protective gear over all exposed areas of the body.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 21 of 23 toluene using a cotton stick and glue the inside of slot 2.c After 15-2 0 minutes, apply the glue again to the hole and wait for 24 hours.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 22 of 23 scratc hes or abrasi ons sh ould be r efini she d with a marine grade varnish. 3. To keep the boat looking n ew, store the boat in a cool dry area and avoid excess exposure to direct sun light. 4.
Owners manual LodeStar inflatabl e boats Page 23 of 23 10. Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY I. We warrant each new production LodeStar inflatable boat and accessories attach ed thereto (her eafter referred t.
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