HYSIDE OWNER`S MANUAL
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1. purpose nor is HYSIDE responsible for the experience level or training of those who will use occupy or maintain this inflatable nor is HYSIDE responsible or liable for personal injury in connection with the use of this product 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM fg LAYI je REGISTRATION To register your HYSIDE Inflatable promptly complete the attached Registration Card and email to sales hyside com or mail it to HYSIDE Inflatables 12100 Sierra Way Kernville CA 93238 Failure to register your HYSIDE Inflatable will result in a warranty period determined by the serial number I D date of manufacture Se cm a on ow a A oe os Bm Onn io E 2s J AI REGISTRATION CARD NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PHONE PURCHASE DATE INFLATABLE MODEL DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT HYSIDE WHAT S THE PRIMARY USE FOR YOUR NEW HYSIDE INFLATABLE WHAT S YOUR AGE By signing this warranty card acknowledge that I have read and understand all cautions and warnings relating to the use of this product and have read and understand the terms within HYSIDE s Limited Warranty and Limited Liability statement SIGNATURE OF PURCHASER DATE NOTE This card must carry the signature of the purchaser in order for the warranty on your HYSIDE Inflatable to be valid 21 lt2. 93238 or call our toll free number HYSIDE Inflatables as outlined SSX in the Return Policy will then issue a Return Authorization and advise the owner where to send freight prepaid the boat or part for repair or replacement A ee ERK The judgment of our factory trained experts is final as to the extent of any liability Any repair lt made as a result of an accident neglect alteration or abuse will be made at a charge to the owner ZA Other than as stated herein HYSIDE Inflatables or its appointed distributors make no warranty SSK of merchantability and there are no warranties which extend beyond the description on the E face hereof N sss EEA SAN RRA RRA ROR A Mi A p a AK KX AG gt SS LIMITATION OF SELLER LIABILITY Seller s liability is as stated in the written express Limited Warranty and is expressly limited solely to the replacement and or repair of this inflatable for defects in material and workmanship as covered by said warranty and seller shall not be liable for any loss or damage directly or indirectly arising from the use of this inflatable or for consequential damages including but not limited to incidental or consequential damages for lost profit lost sales or any other incidental or consequential loss HYSIDE Inflatables does not have control of the use and or operation of your new HYSIDE inflatable Said inflatable has not been warranted to be fit for any particular use or
3. ANOS 4 O a SSR LW ee TOSS QO 1 Oe a 4 SeS S25 SC YN A se Ry SWS NX Sae a Sid RE RENESA EAZ M RZ NE N SRRA NE SA Oy SR rs 8 N OY KS oe a RXS Ress ASS lt Wes Ce S GNS DX SESS SE SSS Ny 7 w IA v is F ra i ry ON e o 7 e O R v R W 7 a vai ei ran i van vane Komi rin o y OR rain oN Ky ih ris IN A A A Hi ra Ai AN Hi Hi Ahh HAC MACACA aa a ani Y a Ah ai ices lt 2 EESIN Ss ES All registered HYSIDE Inflatables and Accessories are warranted under conditions of a normal handling and use as described in the HYSIDE Owner s Manual to the original SK purchaser for the following e HYSIDE s Hypalon fabric and workmanship is warranted for a period of Five 5 Years from the date of purchase against defects and deterioration affecting serviceability such as aging cracking EN lt Air holding seams are warranted to meet HYSIDE psi standards for Five 5 Years from date of purchase e Parts accessories are warranted for a period of One 1 Year from date of purchase SA HYSIDE Inflatables or its appointed distributors will repair or replace at their option any of the above described defects during the respective warranty periods In order to have any defect SS a corrected the owner of the inflatable must send notification of the defect to HYSIDE Inflatables 12100 Sierra Way Kernville CA
4. customers have reported III gt gt INFLATING YOUR HYSIDE Your boat consists of multiple air chambers When inflating your raft or boat fill each air chamber in a clockwise pattern around the boat just until the craft takes shape Then work your way back around the boat filling the chambers to the pressure level indicated for that particular boat Each chamber has a cone shaped baffle that separates it from the others Maximizing pressure on a single baffle can easily damage it therefore equal amounts of pressure should be applied to each chamber until you reach maximum pressure To inflate your boat a hand foot or electric pump can be used A low pressure pump designed specifically for inflatables is best as we recommend a max pressure of 2 0 psi in the floor Self bailing models only and 3 0 psi in the tubes If the floor of the boat is inflatable add air until the pressure relief valve releases a small amount of air Use caution when inflating the floor The pressure release valve can only release air so fast so if the air flow is faster than the release of pressure you could cause damage Also consider super heated surfaces like asphalt and sand They have temperatures that far exceed the air temp and can cause the boat pressure to exceed recommended pressure within minutes Most boats that come in for floor repair typically have a plugged or non working PRV or the user was forcing the air in faster than it could release af
5. inflated the floor is about 5 inches thick so the top surface of the floor is above the surface of the water When water splashes into the raft it flows across the floor down over the edge of the floor and out through the lacing Features of a NON Self Bailing floor If running Class or Il whitewater the inside of the boat floor boat should stay dryer e Requires a bucket to bail water e When water enters the boat becomes heavier and less maneuverable e Chances of getting stuck on a rock is more because they are heavier with water in the boat e Costs less than Self Bailing floors Most of our raft line up nowadays is self bailing Our entire Kayak line is self bailing as well as our Outfitter and Outfitter Pro Raft series Running extreme whitewater is safer and easier with a self bailing floor and other benefits include a dry floor for passengers as well as a more firm floor to stand on or fish from Features of a Self Bailing floor e Does not require buckets or pumps to remove water e Much more maneuverable since any water splashing in quickly exits in a few seconds e Less likely of getting stuck on a rock because the boat remains lighter e Makes a nice mattress when flipped over e More expensive than Standard non bailing floors Lh sh bbs ness tilccccccccecedeceeecocecceeoceedceeeedcaeccecaeccacada gt gt INFLATABLE FLOOR ATTACHMENT TYPES Inflatable floors are either glued in or laced in with webbing through grommets
6. to work with II is bbb bbb bbb stb bidddcrdddccdcccceceeceeeeeeeeedeeececcceccaceeeoecceeaeeececedcdceeeeeecoeceececedceaedeceaedeaedeadacedcddad VULLLLLULLULUULULLULLULUULULLO LLU LLO LLU dd hhh hdd hdd hdd ddddddddddddddddddddddddiddddtidy If you have a loose edge on a footcone handle or D ring patch and wish to tack it down pull up on the loose edge until you find good adhesion If more than of the surface area pulls up easily it will be necessary to completely reinstall the item VLLCLLLLLLL LULU LOU LU LLU U LOLOL OULU LOUDOUN DLL hdd hd hdd ddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd iddidiidte VULLILLLLLULUULULLU LLL LOULULLOL LOL LO LLU LO ULLAL LLL LLL LLL LDL DDD DN dd ddd ddd ddd hdd hdd ddd hdd hddddhddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddidddddlddtde Below are some common tools for repairing your inflatable Most of the items you ll need can be found in your repair kit included with new boats and available in our online store Hyside Repair Kit The repair kit includes everything you need for a solid repair on or off the water It includes plenty of fabric color of your boat and black a 4 oz Stabond 2 part adhesive brush sandpaper and a Leafield Valve Tool ACC 116 gt 14 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM Aa AY ie Ate 112 ACC 1250 ACC 1256 Rollers and Wheels Use Rollers to compress the fabric materials together during a glue job to ensure a solid bond Standard Compression Roller is ACC 114 Ergo Roller bl
7. HYSIDR HYSIDE OWNER S MANUAL Congratulations on the purchase of your new HYSIDE For over 30 years HYSIDE has been synonymous with the most durable and longest lasting inflatables on the planet Through the industry s most durable fabric and the use of the newest technologies we ve designed these boats to be the workhorses for the commercial outfitting industry We re certain that you ll enjoy this boat as a worry free source of FUN for years In this manual you ll find a comprehensive assembly of tips and instructions on using and caring for your new xKx ANYWHERE YOU WANT TO GO GET THERE WITH HYSIDE This is an owner operator manual for all of HYSIDE s inflatable line up 1 lt kkk TABLE OF CONTENTS gt gt OVERVIEW ON PAGE 3 e Boat Anatomy e Valves Thwarts e Floors gt gt PREVENTATIVE GARE AND MAINTENANCE ON PAGE 7 Inflating Deflating your HYSIDE e Cleaning Your HYSIDE e Protecting Your HYSIDE e Storing Your HYSIDE e Transporting Your HYSIDE e Restoring Your HYSIDE Tips for Outfitters gt gt REPAIR ON PAGE 14 e Locating a Leak e Removing an Old Patch e Loose Edges e Basic Repair Glue Instructions amp Tips e Replacement Parts gt gt TROUBLE SHOOTING ON PAGE 18 gt gt WARRANTY INFORMATION ON PAGE 19 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM Ay A ie OVERVIEW gt gt BOAT ANATOMY The goal of this section is to give you a simple explanation of the parts of y
8. V will help prevent costly damage to your floor from drastic pressure changes or over inflation But the thing is it has to be working properly Never plug a PRV if it is leaking Either clean or replace the valve Because of the location in the boat the PRV will usually need more attention and cleaning than the other valves Sand and grit can cause the PRV to function improperly either leaking air or not releasing at the appropriate pressure like it s designed to do To clean your PRV simply unscrew the valve with your star shaped end of your valve wrench Next wash the valve in warm soapy water pressing the spring up and down as you wash and rinse This should dislodge anything that might be hindering the spring from operation properly Next reinstall the valve by hand tightening Make sure the valve is aligned around the floor fabric Once aligned and hand tight tighten with your valve wrench Next you ll want to reinflate your floor and test for leaks Spray with soapy water and watch for air bubbles NOTE If the valve is leaking from the perimeter of the valve it is either not aligned properly or it s not tight enough Unscrew align and retighten to be sure If the valve is leaking from the inside spring area of the valve there s still something holding the spring open requiring a more thorough cleaning Repeat steps above reinstall and retest Grasp the valve base firmly and thread the lock ring onto the valve making sure that t
9. Your boats are a reflection of your operation Leaky beat up less than topnotch boats will result in lost customers poor guide morale and most importantly less cash in the bank The results of a daily maintenance schedule and a year end repair and refurbish program will be boats which impress your clients boats which will impart confidence to your guides and boats whose repair costs will hit you a little at a time rather than all at once 13 lt REPAIR Many manufacturers recommend that you bring your boat to a professional for larger repairs because it can be difficult to get a good seal with a patch However if you have a small puncture want to add on D rings Footcones or are in a situation where you need to make immediate repairs follow the directions below gt gt LOCATING A LEAK Sometimes even with the best care and safety precautions your inflatable boat can develop a leak Unless you have a major and obvious accident it may be difficult to determine the location of the leak Never assume there is only one leak Check the entire boat with soapy water to be sure before setting out on the water More often than not a leak comes from a loose valve or an old patch that was applied incorrectly With the boat inflated start at the valve and spray with soapy water watching for bubbles to form on the surface of the boat as a result of escaping air If the leak is coming from the outskirts of the valve it is either loose t
10. acuum cleaner Let the vacuum cleaner run for one hour or more to remove all moisture During the off season rafts may be stored inflated or deflated It is best not to roll up the raft during the off season as this may eventually cause cracks in the material When deflating open the air valves and deflate one raft on top of another Do not suck the air out and close the valve this again may cause cracks in the material A word of caution Do not store on cement because of moisture and put plenty of bait out for mice and rats they love to chew on and nest in your rafts 12 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM Aa AY ie gt gt ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS Designating a specific inspection area with all the necessary tools available will facilitate the frequency of your inspection routine e Whenever possible transport inflatables on the top of the load inflated or by themselves No coated material can withstand the constant grating of a hard object and sand or dirt down miles of dirt road Train crew to wet down straps before they are pulled through frames A wet strap will not cause abrasion to Hypalon or Neoprene e Be aware that rodents will eat coated fabrics that have food substances on them especially in winter Keep your boats clean e Placing talc inside the tubes of your boat will help prevent rot and mildew build up during the off season Le ih hh hss b i icraiccicidcdccececceecocccoceeccecedceccecccecccada REMEMBER
11. ailer abrasion and drag marks Remember catching a problem before it causes downtime will save you considerable TIME MONEY and CUSTOMERS In addition inspect your boats at the end of the season for wear and tear 11 lt gt gt REPAIR If repairs are required DO NOT WAIT until spring to get your boats fixed Be sure to inspect all of your repair materials prior to the start of a new season especially your adhesives Adhesives usually have a one year shelf life so it is important to bring in fresh materials every season Without discussing the technical aspects of repair let s discuss the overall concept of repair 1 Minor repairs are easily made at your place of business only with the proper equipment An investment of less than 100 will buy you proper glues solvents grinding wheels rollers etc We regularly stock everything you need for boat repair and maintenance 2 Cosmetics are critical to raft repair Your clients may not return if they see rafts have sloppy repairs Repairs must be of the same color fabric Properly cut and rounded patches and all excess glue cleaned off from around the repaired area 3 Major repairs will most likely need to be completed at a repair facility If the raft needs to be returned to service quickly call the repair facility and advise them of the problem With advance notice they can set aside time to do your repair promptly and return the raft on schedule If you have enough rafts to cover your n
12. ate Summer to December for delivery the following spring if you A need it by the start of the season Measure floors while deflated B measure thwarts while inflated c D REMOVABLE THWART INFLATED Measure length A of straight section and B diameter when inflated Preece a I N j _ PO E TEE j 17 lt TROUBLE SHOOTING gt gt VALVE DOES NOT RETAIN AIR WHEN PUMP IS REMOVED Make sure that the center spring is in the closed up position Clear any debris that might be preventing the valve from sealing This can be accomplished by pumping quick bursts of air into the valve with the valve in both closed and open positions Make sure that the lock ring on the valve is tight Ls bb sbi bib bis idicdrcdddcddcdccrrcddcccrdccddcecdecdcddcdddeddccrdccccrdeddddccddrrcrdcrdcddceddrddcrcrrrrdcrccdcdddddrddccroddrereroereadeoeoeeedoddcooeerrdrrreadrrrdcodddcedddceddreddcodddrdddceddcaddddddcddddddddcddraddddrrddddccadddcrdddddrddddddddddaddddddaddddddddaddddadcadddde gt gt TUBE BECOMES SOFT AFTER INFLATION PROCESS Determine which air chamber is soft Starting at the valve spray with soapy water to find leak Make sure the valve is functioning correctly with no signs of leaking See above TIP f you spray the valve with soapy water and it leaks from the outside of the valve it is either loose the washer is upside down or the valve is off cent
13. dddddddddddddddtidlde As time goes on and your boat has been beaten by the sun and the various adventures you ve put it through here are some tips to bring your HYSIDE back to life Worn Areas Areas that have had abrasion to the point that fabric is showing can be painted with Gaco Hypalon paint Don t use this technique to attempt to stop air leaks it won t work This is a remedy for random scratches Areas where there is constant wear a pad or urethane coating should be applied In some situations you may be able to stop the cause if it originated from improper trailering or dragging of the boats To apply the paint first clean the surface with MEK using a cloth Then build up thin layers of paint using the same process explained in gluing short bristle paint brush and multiple thin coats Removing Loose Threads The aging of a boat will always produce frayed ends from the nylon base cloth You can cut the ends off with scissors and then finish it off by waving a heat gun over the clipped area This step not only removes them from Sight but reduces the chances of future fraying If the seam tape handle or D ring bases are heavily worn you can clip the frayed edges and then use a Dremel tool to bevel the edges and then flash it with a heat gun To finish it off use some Gaco paint to touch up the area then put 303 Protectant on it to bring back the shine gt gt 10 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM Aa AY ie TIPS FOR OUTFITTERS Th
14. dldddd UUULLUULUULULLULLULULULLUULULLLULLL LLULLU LULLUUULLLULULLLULLULLLULLLLLULULUULULLULULULLLLUULULLLULLLLLLUUULULLLULLUULLULULUULLLLLULLLL LUUL LLLLULLULLLULLLLLLULULLLULLLLULLULLULLULLLLLU h bbb LULL LULLULLLLLLULLLLILULLLLLLUULLLLILUULLLVIIL LEI Keeping your inflatable clean especially prior to storage will help prolong the life of your craft Sand and gravel can cause abrasion and plug air valves If left to soak into an inflatable boat salt water can cause the material to deteriorate You can use soap and water to clean your boat For grimy messes there are inflatable cleaners on the market that clean the surface and won t harm it Hypalon is very resistant to most chemicals so the worst a heavy duty cleaner can usually do is bleach the pigment which doesn t affect the Hypalon Use a large scrub pad with handle and work in four foot sections Rinse the boat off with a power washer then spray the cleaner on and wait five minutes Using a circular motion scrub the area and then fully rinse immediately The boat will appear to be faded but a coat of 303 Protectant will bring back the shine LLL Ud ldd ddd LL Mt VLA ddd dd VLLULLLLLLLULL LOLOL LLU LOU LULU LLU L LOL LUU LOLOL ULLAL DADA DN ddd hdd hdd hdd ddddddddddddddddddddddddddddidddddddddddddidiiidid LLLL_ ULL VM ddddldd ty LZ LZ We recommend 303 Protectant for your HYSIDE Like sunscreen for your boat it protects against UV rays and it seems to work as a coating that doe
15. edeacodcoceeadoeadcerdcadeeaeedeadddeaddeaddcdddda gt 18 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM Aa AY ie WARRANTY INFORMATION HYSIDE s goal is to provide you with a product that won t leave you worrying about a warranty Warranties won t help you in remote locations or on the river That said if you do have any issues please see the Terms and Conditions below as well as our Limited Warranty and Limited Liability our lawyers made us do it OI LL Any merchandise being returned for any reason must have a Return Authorization RA number Please call our toll free number 800 868 5987 for a RA HYSIDE staff will guide you through some trouble shooting techniques before issuing a RA number we may be able to solve your problem over the phone We will advise you where to return the item and buyer is responsible for return shipping Products are eligible for return 14 days from the date of delivery Products can only be returned unused and in commercially resalable condition Any products returned wet or having been wet not in their original factory packaging or shrink wrapping are not eligible for refund These products are only eligible to be serviced under their warranty Special order merchandise or dropped shipped items are not eligible for return LL VLLLLLLLLULLL LLU LUL OULU LOO U LLU LO OULU LULU LULL LDL hddh ddd ddddddddddddddddddddddddddiddddididdidddiiidld I Damaged items or boxes must be reported immediately to the deliver
16. eeds set aside major repairs until the end of the season It s usually a good investment of 10 to 30 of a new raft to recondition your raft at a quality repair facility Generally the work performed comes with a one year warranty Call us for a list of authorized repair centers in your area or checkout hyside com Wd VLLLLL LLL LLL ULLAL LLU L LULL LULU LLU ULL OU LULU LULU LULL LLL LLL dd hdd bh hh hdd hdd ddddddddddddddddidddddddddddidiiidld LLL As mentioned under Storing your HYSIDE rafts should be stored clean dry and out of the sun Wash the raft at the take out to get rid of sand sticks etc and allow the raft to dry upside down in the sun After the bottom is dry turn the raft over wipe out excess water with a sponge and allow the inside to dry in hot weather this will only take a few minutes After the raft is dry store out of the sun UV rays are your worst enemy Raft colors will fade and the fabric can become dry and brittle cracks with constant exposure to the sun Store in a building or under an awning or tarp Never allow rafts to bake in the sun Occasionally water may enter the inside of the tubes This water must be removed immediately and the inside dried Moisture will eventually deteriorate the glue around the seams so make sure boats are dry when stored Remove the inflation valve and pour out all the water possible Insert a 1 2 hose to the end of the air chamber and connect it to the exhaust hose of a v
17. enter start rolling at the end opposite of the floor valves this will allow air to continue to escape as you roll and roll until it s a nice little rubber burrito Cam strap from there and you re done W N gt U1 Short Term Storage Wipe down partially deflate 1 PSI and cover with tarp If this is not possible completely deflate the boat and be sure it is dry and clean before rolling and storing If you plan to store your inflatable boat on a trailer be sure there are no bends or kinks in the boat Long Term Storage After the season rinse off any dirt grime and allow the boat to FULLY air dry Moisture can get caught in the tubes and floor so make sure to let it air dry completely Store your boat dry clean and preferable 303 d Store the boat in a cool dry place out of sunlight Ideally storing the boat partially inflated is the best but if space is not an option you can definitely roll it up as tight as needed Do not store directly on concrete Moisture and mold will transfer onto the boat and cause permanent staining Put a pallet down or something in between to reduce moisture transfer Store your inflatable off the ground out of reach of rodents as they have a fondness for chewing holes and nesting in inflatable material 9 lt lt gt gt TRANSPORTING YOUR HYSIDE The bonus with our Hypalon material is that it s easier to roll than other boat fabrics it s lighter and is less likely to get damaged in tra
18. er If it leaks from the center something is holding the spring open If the leak is at the fabric find the hole in the fabric and patch with an appropriate sized fabric patch See Gluing Instructions under Repair ib bb sb ssbb sidsddirddcddddcddrcdcccccrcdccccoddccrdccddeedecdcdddeccdeddedccddrdddddrrddcrdcddcedcdccrdrcrerrrrrccodrcdcdrcrrecradcerercoderodoredeededeooeeaerderedededdcoeddeadddaddadddcedddrdddeddcadddddedddddddcddadddrdddccadddaddddddddddddddddddddddddadddddddadddaddcdadddde gt gt FLOOR BECOMES SOFT AFTER BOAT IS ON THE WATER The cooling effect of the water will soften the floor from its initial pressure Top off the floor again until the relief valve opens If it becomes soft again see process above for locating a leak starting with the valves WULLLLLULLILLLLULL MUNN Vdd UWtld MUU tld LZ LL WLLL LNA hdd de _ LZ WU ZZ WU ddd 14h Remove the valve and wash it in soapy water and rinse it thoroughly If your PRV fails to work after cleaning and properly reinstalling replace it immediately This could result in a blown l beam in the mattress floor which averages a 300 repair cost Under the filter screen is a colored dot that indicates the PSI so make sure it is the mfg suggested setting of either a blue dot 2 0 PSI release or yellow dot 1 75 PSI release VUILULULLLULUILLLULLLULLUULULULLLLLLLLULLULULLLLULLULLUL4A UUMbd ddd tdd i ih LL sb ss bbs bb bidivicibddddddddddrddrdcdrdddcrrcddrcrdcddcdrddcocdcdddcrcadcrccdorcac
19. he floor fabric doesn t twist as the valve is tightened Hand tighten snug with the valve wrench then finish tightening with the wrench after the tube is inflated to operating pressure Removing the valve would be the exact opposite just remember that the female base in the boat is free floating See TROUBLE SHOOTING for tips on leaky valves and maintaining valves LI hb hb hhh spb ctedcdcccdccccecoccccccdae THWART INSTALLATION We ve made it very simple to install and remove your thwarts Like a door hinge the two hinged knuckles connect with a pin Removing is simple just remove the pin You might need pliers to grab the pin when removing ACC 324 Older model HYSIDEs were outfitted with lace in thwart attachments We still stock lace in thwart attachments as an option as well as fixed attachments The knuckles can also be installed at various points in your boat to allow for multiple setups depending on your use See gluing instruction on how to install knuckles STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 lt lt FLOORS gt gt FLOOR TYPES SELF BAILING VS NON SELF BAILING The main difference between a standard and self bailing floor is that standard non self bailing floors are sealed to the outer tubes whereas the self bailing floor is inflated and is either laced in or glued in with holes installed around the perimeter allowing the water to exit The floor of a self bailing raft is a wide flat inflated chamber When
20. he washer is upside down or the valve is off center Simply remove the valve readjust and re tighten If it leaks from the center something is holding the spring open usually silt sand Remove the valve wash with soapy water making sure to depress the spring several times to free any debris Once you re install the valve check for leaks again Refer to the Valve section for complete instructions to install remove If the leak is in the fabric patch with an appropriate sized piece of fabric following the Gluing Instructions on the next page VLLLLLLLLLU LULL LULL LOLOL L ODL LU UO LU LULU hd hdd hdd ddd ddd ddddddddddddddddddddddddiddddidtid VULLILLULLULUU LULU LLU LOU DILDO LLU L LOU LUU OULU LDL LLL LLL LLU DDL DLL LDL DADA LDA ddd hd hh hdd hdd ddddhddbdddddddddddddddddtddtde Pulling off an old patch is identical to replacing a broken handle or D ring You simply take the heat gun and wave it over a corner at low heat until you are able to lift the corner with channel lock pliers Then work the heat gun down the patch until you pull the whole thing off Be careful not to apply too much heat to one location or it will blister Once it is off you will need to clean the surfaces If someone left you with a mess you may need the more aggressive buffing wheel item 125G But be extremely careful not to remove too much Hypalon all you need to do is remove the glue If you ever need to repair the area again you ll want to have some Hypalon
21. is section is a more in depth guide for Outfitter s fleet care and maintenance Most Outfitters would agree that over 90 of the wear and tear of rafts occurs off the river How you care for your rafts and what systems you use for transporting and taking your raft in and out of the water will determine the life expectancy of your fleet In direct proportion to the above will be your profits down time maintenance expenditures and stress level The following information has been broken up into four categories 1 2 3 Handling Maintenance Repair 4 Storage LL Ii hhh bss ssa seilcciidccccdcccccececcccdcccccdcccccsccda The most damage that occurs to a raft is during handling Whether you are taking rafts to the put in inflated or deflated the following applies iF Do not tie down the rafts with a rope The vibrations and movement on a trailer or back of a truck will cause the rope to abrade away the raft coating oftentimes right down to the nylon Be very alert to any abrasion if you are running webbing over the rafts during transportation A wide soft webbing is preferable Probably the ideal method is 2 webbing running through a 10 length of fire hose The fire hose stays in one place while the 2 webbing could slide back and forth When transporting large numbers of boats deflated on a truck bed or trailer try to stagger the stack so that valves D rings and rubber motor mounts do not pile up on top of
22. lue making it easier to remove and reapply e DO NOT PATCH OVER A SEAM Seam leaks travel so lift the seam and find the origin of the leak Clean Up 13 When gluing it s okay to go over the lines but you want to make sure to remove the excess glue within 24 hours before it turns brown There are a couple options 1 You can wipe the excess glue with MEK but don t soak it or it may seep into the edges and loosen the glue bond 2 Using a soft nylon wheel and drill remove excess glue from the surrounding area of repair Make sure the direction of the spinning wheel spins outward away from the patch so you don t lift an edge Storage Keep glue stored in a dry area at room temperature Date bottom of can and replace annually You can re use the brushes if they are stored in MEK in a jar that has a hole in the lid large enough to slide the brush in Use aluminum foil to fill any gaps gt gt 16 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM Aa AY ie gt gt REPLACEMENT PARTS We normally stock most replacement parts for your inflatable like D rings Handles and Footcones FOOTCONES D RINGS HANDLES ACC 319 ACC 302 Since the boats are handmade the two parts that are not normally stocked are replacement floors and thwarts since the measurements can vary slightly If you need a replacement floor or thwart we need the following measurements listed in the diagram s below when you place your order The best time to order is from L
23. nsport That said there are still some precautions to take when transporting your boat Standard Precautions Because punctures are the main concern with inflatable boats it is important to protect it from sharp objects Use care when transporting knives fishing hooks and other objects that could puncture the skin of the inflatable boat Watch for sharp metal or branches when navigating the waters as well as avoid dragging the boat over rocks and debris when landing on a beach Even dull objects such as oars ropes or coolers can cause abrasion and deterioration of the coating material if allowed to rub for an extended period of time Make sure all valve caps are screwed on prior to rolling Roll the boat as tight as possible cam strap it secure and package in the smallest box possible if shipping This will avoid damage during transit and will save on freight if you are shipping it If too big for a box wrap the boat in a tarp canvas or HYSIDE Boat bag Be sure not to load other equipment on top of the boat that could potentially wear on your boat Moving the boats has been known to cause more damage than usage on the river unless closely monitored Using the handles as tie downs abrasive ropes rubbing on the tubes and the biggest culprit of all tossing the boats to the ground LLL bh bh bbe osicdcccecccdcecccecececeecedeccecoccccccda VULLILLULLULUULULLULLU LLU LULLOLLOLLOU LOLOL LULU LULU LULL LLU LLL LDL LDL ULL LDL ddhddddhddddd
24. ogether and if it feels slippery slimey inside you probably have old moisture inside part of a routine inspection Removing the valve to the chamber is the first step in cleaning it out Use a pulley or turn the boat to the required position and tie it off The goal is to position the boat where you can get excess water to pool then use a shop vac with a hose outside in the sunlight Next tape a inch piece of PVC hose to the end of the hose and stick it in the chamber use this to remove all remaining pooled water For the remaining moisture in the tubes turn the 8 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM Aa AY ie boat upside down and place the boat in the sun black bottom heats in sun Using the same PVC pipe reverse the flow of air with the vacuum and blow air into the floor The hot air will circulate and evaporate it until it is completely dry MWldldlidlidlidlittie Ud ddd ddd dd GUNMA dd Willd Wd ddd ddd de OL ig shh hs sega iictcioecccdecececoeecceecceeccedcccedeecceecoeccaccda I LLL_ Rolling your boat is very simple Lay the boat out flat and deflated making sure to remove any straps or equipment Start your fold length wise and fold inward towards the middle Depending on the size of your boat and how tight you want to roll for storage packing it for a trip or just storing in a closet for winter will determine whether to fold the boat in thirds or just in half 4 Once you ve folded the boat length wise towards the c
25. on to allow the boat to fully deflate Make sure to always keep the valve cap on when not inflating deflating This will protect the stem and keep debris out There are replacement caps available should you lose any The Pressure Release Valve Leafield A6 Unlike the round design of the tubes which distribute increases in pressure evenly the floors mattress design is smaller and less forgiving with more drastic pressure changes We equip our floors with PRV s designed to release at 2 0 PSI NOTE The old leafield pressure release valves were color coded and blue indicated a 2 0 PSI valve The newer valves have the PSI engraved in the valve ACG 343F itself So if you can t determine the color dot it is a good indication that itis a very old valve and needs to be replaced gt gt VALVE INSTALLATION amp CLEANING Valves come pre installed on your boat direct from the factory If for some reason you have to remove re install the valve here s a detailed instruction Both the C7 and A6 Leafield valves are very similar to install Both have a female part inside the boat then an outside washer and male part Inflation Valve Leafield C7 Push the male threaded part of the valve through the valve hole opening in the floor or tube Grasp the valve base firmly and thread the valve together making sure that the boat fabric does not twist as the valve is tightened Hand tighten the valve then finish tightening with the provided valve
26. one another to cause pressure points Be careful to look for any surfaces that may come in contact with the rafts during transportation This includes wheels wheel wells bolts etc Close attention to the above should eliminate 30 40 of your repair expenditures Putting the raft in the river and taking it out is probably the second leading cause of raft damage Never drag the raft on cement or gravel Carry the raft until it is in the water Instruct your crew as to the importance of this rule and let them know that you won t tolerate dragging rafts Use a tarp tables and pads as a surface where boats are rolled up This helps keep sand and mud out of valves and out of rolled boats while they are being transported LL hh bb hab bss bcsibbccdddddccdcda gt gt MAINTENANGE Preventive maintenance is your best tool in keeping your fleet on the river l At the beginning of the rafting season spray all rubber parts with 303 protectant See Protecting Your HYSIDE Whenever possible store boats under a shelter out of the sun s harmful rays Never let boats unnecessarily bake in the sun Relieve air pressure when not in use Store boats unrolled if possible Always wash boats down after and between use to get rid of sand and grit that can damage seams and clog valves Number the boats and routinely pull them for inspection throughout the season You ll begin to notice and prevent problems like tr
27. ou plan for no interruptions during the application If available get an egg timer to keep drying time consistent The longer you take the faster the base of the glue will evaporate making the glue thicken e Cut bristles on brush down to 1 2 inch to assure a stiff end to hold less glue 8 Apply very thin coats of glue to both sanded surfaces using brush When applying you want to put it on so thin you won t even see the brush strokes 9 Let first coat dry for minimum of 20 minutes depending on temperature and humidity or to a non tacky state 10 Apply a second coat to both surfaces and let stand until slightly tacky approx 5 10 minutes depending on humidity Patch Placement 11 While the glue is still tacky carefully line up patch with marks you ve made and press both surfaces together firmly The patch should be applied on a firm surface so you can use your weight to ensure the two surfaces have made contact This is particularly true when you have something like a D ring that has multiple layers of materials fabric and webbing to flatten 12 Fully deflate chamber and place on firm surface If repairing a tear or installing footcones you ve already done this Using a roller roll all areas of the patch to ensure surface contact to all areas Working from the center towards the outside use the roller to work out any wrinkles or bubbles TIP If your patch goes down crooked or wrinkled use a heat gun to re activate the g
28. our boat and how they function and operate Getting to know your boat inside and out is the first step to caring for your inflatable See below for a brief list of terms and parts on your HYSIDE Self Bailing Raft HINGE AND PIN SELF BAILING TRIPLE BONDED FULL LENGTH URETHANE BOTTOM CHAFERS HYPALON COATED NYLON FABRIC THWARTS FLOOR SEAMS T I BEAM LEAFIELD LEAFIELD PRESSURE INFLATION VALVES C7 RELEASE VALVE A6 L KICK ROCKER J STRAIGHT TUBE FLAT AREA HANDLES D RINGS Standard Floor Raft Includes all of the features the self bailing raft has with the exception of the floor type and fixed thwarts FIXED NON SELF BAILING THWARTS FLOOR 3 lt 2 gt 4 VALVES gt gt VALVE TYPES Your boat consists of multiple air chambers each with its own valve There are two types of valves we are currently using The inflation valve Leafield C7 and the Pressure Release Valve Leafield A6 They are very durable and simple to use The Inflation Valve Leafield C7 The inside center of the valve has a spring loaded stem with a flat plunger on the bottom When inflating make sure the spring isn t held open You can do this by pushing the spring down and to the left counterclockwise This will make sure the valve is closed so air can only pass through into the chamber In order to deflate you will need to push the stem down and twist it to the right This will hold the spring in the open positi
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30. sn t allow dirt to adhere as much as if it weren t there Originally intended by American Propeller Co to protect rubber and vinyl airplane parts from high altitude UV it is ideally suited for inflatable protection Given that Hypalon is used to coat high power wires and reservoirs it has incredible UV resistance We have found that 303 helps reduce pigment fading leaves a layer that is easier to clean off dirt and prolongs the life of the boat ACC 878 ACC 875 It is suggested that you apply 303 prior to storing your boats for the winter Besides the fact that the boats will be ready for use in the Spring and Summer it can soften the areas that cause fold marks in some fabrics 303 reacts to water so polish until dry after applying to reduce the slippery effect Number of applications per year can vary so to determine if it s time for another application rub some 303 onthe boat the size of a baseball If it brings back the color to a noticeable degree then it s time for another application LL i hh bss srsncbceiicccccccccccececoeoeeccecoeecceecoeecceeccedceeeedcaeccecceaeccaccda gt gt STORING YOUR HYSIDE Removing Water Preventing moisture during storage will greatly increase the lifespan of your boat Over time moisture inside the tubes can break down the glue joints so it needs to be removed promptly The obvious signs of trapped moisture are hearing it sloshing around or rubbing the two sides of a deflated tube t
31. so you can wipe the sanded area with MEK to clean If not available you can use acetone or rubbing alcohol Mixing Glue We chose 2 part glue because it has a faster set up time and a much stronger adhesion Glue mixing is required Stabond UK 148 consists of both a resin clear in can and an activator brown in bottle TIPS e When humidity is over 55 DO NOT attempt to glue Apply glue indoors for best results If outside WORK IN THE SHADE as direct sunlight will speed dry time e Mixing in a glass jar with a cap is the best method and use a stick when mixing If glass jar not available you can use a tuna can but keep in mind you may need a cap 7 Calculate the amount of glue needed A 4 ounces will cover approximately 2 sq ft with 2 coats B Each size comes pre measured with 8 parts resin to 1 part activator 1 can to 1 bottle can to bottle and so on Mix appropriate amount of activator and resin using a mixing stick C MIXED GLUE ONLY LASTS 4 HOURS WHEN CAPPED AND PLACED IN A COOL DRY PLACE After each use seal remaining UNMIXED glue preferably in glass This should last the remainder of the Shelf life 1 year See Storage section for best results 15K GLUING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED Application TIPS e Most common problems arise from putting too much glue on any one surface during application Thick heavy coats will actually create LESS of a bond between the fabrics so go with two light coats e Make sure y
32. ter it was full For info on cleaning your PRV see on page 5 19 DOUBLE ACTION PUMP BRAVO 2 FOOT PUMP BIG RED ELECTRIC PUMP RULE 12V ELECTRIC PUMP ACC 602 ACC 608 ACC 600 ACC 611 A rule of thumb for gauging the proper pressure for the tubes is to push down with your thumb at the center of the tube If you can deflect about a half an inch from the top plane of the tube it will be close to 3 0 psi Don t overfill A properly inflated boat should have just a bit of give Be aware that air temperature causes changes in the air pressure in the inflatable chambers Many boaters fill their boats in the morning when the air is cool but as the temperature increases over the course of the day the air in the tubes expands increasing the pressure If a tube or chamber becomes too pressurized it can explode if struck by a sharp object You may have to let some air out at different points throughout the day if you operate your inflatable in the hot sun T amp K gt gt DEFLATING YOUR HYSIDE The preferred way to deflate your inflatable is by deflating all main chambers simultaneously as this will help avoid stress on any one baffle get a friend to help You can then move on to deflating the thwarts and floor To set the valves for deflation simply push the valve stem in approximately 3 8 and turn it about turn until it locks in the open position You can use the bottom side of a pump to suck the remaining air out of the chambers Ut
33. ue is ACC 112 The black wheel is for cleaning up after a glue job ACC 125K The orange wheel is for standard buffing and prep work ACC 1250 The gray wheel is aggressive for heavy duty jobs like removing old glue ACC 125G You can also use Dremel tools especially for detailed areas like just around the patch s shape when prepping a boat for a D ring Handle Use Dremel Grinding Stone 952 LLL hh bbs sbsctsiccbciicccecccccccocccecccecccccdae gt gt GLUING INSTRUCTIONS To ensure success when attempting glue repair please keep in mind that planning and preparation prior to applying the glue is 90 of the effort ACC 126S Preparation 1 Calculate size of patch usually 2 inches larger than tear all the way around 2 If attaching D rings or handles chamber should be inflated If repairing a tear or installing footcones deflate air chamber and place on a flat firm surface Make alignment marks on both the surface and the patch at 12 3 6 9 o clock positions So you can see where to sand and where to line up the patch when applying to surface Use a grease pen or pencil for easy removal 3 With 40 grit sandpaper lightly sand both the patch and surface only enough to remove the sheen If you are replacing a patch be sure both surfaces are free of old glue 4 Make sure room is well ventilated Install fan if necessary to remove fumes CAUTION The mixture is flammable and contains Free Isocyanate 5 Stabond is MEK based
34. when attached to the main tubes We transitioned to the attached self bailing floor back in 2000 for all stock models due to ease of use and maintenance for the customer however we still produce Lace in floors especially for international clients who need to break down the boats for transport If you need instructions on lacing in an inflatable son LACED FLOOR floor please see our website s Tips and Trips section at www hyside com BEAR VLLLLL ULL LUU LULU LULU LULU LLL LU LLU LULL LOU LULU LOLOL DLL LDL LDN hdd hhh ld hb d ddd ddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddiddddtidtid LI All HYSIDE inflatable floors are equipped with a Leafield A6 Pressure Release Valve PRV This PRV is an added insurance policy against over TEAM inflation The PRV we place in our floors is built to release at 2 0 PSI ee ey A blue dot Please note that there are other PRV s with higher pressure smew ATTACHED FLOOR CHAFE releases This can void your warranty if damage is caused to the floor from using a PRV with higher PSI than recommended 6 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM Aa AY ie PREVENTIVE CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your HYSIDE inflatable was designed to withstand the everyday abuse from Commercial Outfitters We ve designed our boats to be very dependable and very simple to use and operate even in the toughest conditions Here are some in depth tips and processes to keep your HYSIDE running in tip top shape for DECADES like many of our happy
35. wrench after the tube is inflated to operating pressure Removing the valve would be the exact opposite just remember that the female base in the boat is free floating Cleaning your Inflation Valve The most common causes of leaks are from valves If your valves are not airtight dirt and grit can work its way into your valve causing an improper seal leak and cleaning the valve will usually solve the problem First deflate the tube of the valve needing to be cleaned Next quickly depress the spring up and down a few times and use a pump to blow bursts of air into the valve while it s in the open position to help dislodge any debris that might be holding the spring open The valve seal at the bottom of the valve stem should be free of debris as this creates the seal Once done reinflate the tube and test If still leaking remove the valve for a more thorough cleaning See Valve Installation 800 868 5987 HYSIDE COM a LAYI I Pressure Release Valve PRV Leafield A6 The PRV s base inside the floor is free floating To install work the base into position so that the collar of the base protrudes through the opening in the floor Line up the valve with the hole in the floor Insert the male threaded part of the valve into the hole of the floor Cleaning your Pressure Release Valve PRV A6 Your pressure release valve is a great little insurance policy for your floor Designed to release pressure at 2 0PSI if working properly the PR
36. y driver to be reported to the shipper in order to make a claim If boxes are visibly damaged we recommend opening the boxes in the presence of the delivery driver or possibly even refusing the shipment depending on condition Our boxes are well packed when they leave our dock and all items are tightly packed Damage is the responsibility of the freight company but must be reported properly LLULLCLUCLLCLLU LOU LLULOU LLU LU LULU LO OOOO OULU DDD DLL DOLD d hdd hdd hdd ddd dddddddddddddddddddiddiddidtddidtdl VULLULLULLULUULUULULLU LLU LUL LLU LUL LOU LOU LOU LULU LULU LLL LLL DLL Nd hd hh dh dd hdd dd hdd hdd dddhddddddddddddddddddddlidy If products are returned unused and in resalable condition using a RA issued within a 14 day period of the delivery date a 10 or 10 minimum transaction fee is charged Returned orders that received Free Shipping will be subject to a 10 fee or the actual shipping amount whichever is greater to cover the cost of shipping Shipping and installation fees are non refundable services Acceptance of delivery of any product constitutes purchaser s acceptance of this agreement and subjects purchaser to its contents 19 lt E aE i Sa S gt Ss T a was Sm lez oss So cS LSS SxS Z2 A Zoss 2252S Sess Z2 E2 ZOS oss gt So SS gt Z2 A SSSA So S gt gt ZS s Ses SSS ZSS SSA a SSS e fa
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