Sport Kayaks SE330 & SE370 Instructions & Owner’s Manual Sea Eagle Boats, Inc. 19 N.
Congratulations on purchasing a Sea Eagle! With over 45 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 Standardization.
Decals, Stickers & Registration Contact your state boating authorities for information on boating registration and regulations. Most states require you to register your boat if you are using a motor. (Please note, Sea Eagle Sport Kayaks are not rated for use with a motor.) Upon registration it may be required to provide the Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin. Purchases made through an authorized dealer or reseller may require for you to contact them directly in order to obtain this.
Safety In a manual of this type, it is impossible to give adequate space to the topic of water safety. For further information on boating safety, visit USCGBoating.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 boating 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: Valves & Pumps Inflation & Set Up Roll out kayak on a hazard free, flat surface. Remove the White Valves from the plastic bag. White Valves Three valves for the chambers on the kayak and 2 for each seat. Stretch the retainer ring over the valve base then screw the valve into the base tightly. Unscrew the outer cap to reveal the inflation port. *Tip: Stretch the retainer ring with fingers before sliding the bases.
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. WARNING: When using the battery connector, attach the red clip to the positive terminal and the black clip to the negative terminal.
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. 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. Inflate the seats so that they are comfortably firm. Tighten valves very firmly to avoid deflation.
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 boat is losing air it doesn’t necessarily mean that it has a hole. For instance a boat 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 boat will appear softer the next morning. When there has been no variation in temperature and your boat 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. Repairs Even though your Sea Eagle is very rugged and tough, you may still experience the occasional puncture. Fortunately most repairs are fairly easy and only take a few minutes. For an extensive repair please contact us directly for assistance or a quote to have it sent back and repaired at our facility.
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.
