PRODUCT MANUAL
OUR STORY OUR COMPANY was founded on the single principle of innovation. In the early years this meant we were solely focused on innovating our packrafts. KOKOPELLI PACKRAFT was founded out of a garage in Denver, Colorado. Our Vision is to create the opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to explore nature in its most serene settings. We set to accomplish this by developing a line of high quality packrafts through extensive research and development and by listening to our customers wants and needs. Additionally, we serve as a resource for learning how to use your packraft, finding packrafting trips in your area, and learning about the equipment and techniques that will keep you safe out on the water. TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT COMPONENTS WHAT S IN THE BOX INFLATING YOUR PACKRAFT SEAT INSTALLATION ASSEMBLY OF SPRAYSKIRT STORING YOUR PACKRAFT TIZIP USE & MAINTENANCE THIGH STRAP INSTALLATION FIELD REPAIR REGISTER YOUR PACKRAFT WARRANTY & GUARANTEE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, TIPS & TRICKS PACKRAFT LINEUP 4 6 8 4 8 2 22 24 26 27 30 32
PRODUCT COMPONENTS INFLATION TUBE BACKBAND INFLATABLE SEAT TIZIP LUBE PATCH KIT SPRAYSKIRT PACKRAFT INFLATION BAG COMPRESSION STRAPS TRACKING FIN SPRAYDECK COMBING INFLATABLE FLOOR 4 5
WHAT S IN THE BOX HORNET LITE ROGUE LITE ROGUE SPRAYDECK NIRVANA SPRAYDECK NIRVANA SELFBAILING RECON SELFBAILING TWAIN PACKRAFT INFLATABLE SEAT 2 BACKBAND 2 INFLATION BAG COMPRESSION STRAP 2 2 2 2 2 2 4 PATCH KIT INFLATION TUBE INFLATABLE FLOOR SPRAYSKIRT SPRAYDECK COMBING TIZIP LUBE* TRACKING FIN 6 * Tizip lube is only included with packrafts that include the Tizip zipper. 7
INFLATING YOUR PACKRAFT Remove valve cap. Push valve Insert inflation bag valve into While holding two bag handles Remove inflation bag from stem down and turn /4 turn to 2 main packraft valve and twist 3 on the inflation bag, shake 4 valve quickly. Push valve stem the left to the OPEN position. clockwise to secure. up and down to allow air inside of the bag. When filled with air, bring poles together and roll downwards to force air inside the packraft. down and twist /4 turn clockwise to the CLOSED position. Confirm valve is in closed position by ensuring no air is coming out. 8 9
INFLATING YOUR PACKRAFT CONTINUED SEAT INSTALLATION 5 Insert inflation tube and fill Attach valve cap and twist Open the valve on your seat Insert seat into bottom of the remainder of the raft by 6 clockwise to secure. by twisting the valve counterclockwise 2 packraft. Push the seat toward blowing into the tube. Fill as much as you can, you will not overinflate by blowing into the tube. If using a pump, inflate to.3.5 PSI. Do not overfill. (left) to open. Inflate the seat by mouth and close the valve by turning the nozzle clockwise (right). the back of the raft until the edge of the seat touches the back edge of the packraft. * If the inflation tube is lost you can blow directly into the 0 main Leafield D7 valve to finish inflating the packraft.
SEAT INSTALLATION CONTINUED 3 Thread webbing strap that For the Backband: Attach the Next, using the two 3/4 Adjust the backband so that is attached to the seat through 4.5 webbing (larger strap) to 5 compression straps (straps 6 the paddler s feet brace the ladder lock on the back of the packraft. Tuck any additional loose webbing in between the seat and the back of the packraft. the.5 ladder lock buckle at the midsection of the raft. Attach both left and right side. with metal drings) run the strap through the rear buckle on the back of the backband to the dring with ladder lock buckle on the back of the raft. Tighten the straps so the back band is elevated and held in place while in use. against the front of the packraft. 2 3
ASSEMBLY OF SPRAYSKIRT Connect the two ends of the Once attached, begin wrapping Continue wrapping working Once 3/4 of the way around, tubing using male attachment 2 material and elastic cord over 3 your way around the cockpit. 4 push the tubing forward piece. Attach to packraft using two velcro attachments on spraydeck coaming. and around the tubing. to eliminate any wrinkles in the material. 4 5
ASSEMBLY OF SPRAYSKIRT CONTINUED 5 Continue until all of the Place arms and head Tuck in the back portion of the Continue wrapping the material is wrapped over the 6 through the three holes in 7 sprayskirt underneath the back 8 sprayskirt material underneath tubing where only the coaming material is showing. the sprayskirt. Adjust straps as necessary. lip of the coaming. Wrap sprayskirt material underneath the lip of the coaming. the lip until the sprayskirt is attached. 6 7
STORING YOUR PACKRAFT Remove all main valves and deflate fully. Always prepare 2 for storage on a tarp or other protected clean surface. Fold in half length wise. Fold in half again, this time Begin rolling the packraft from 3 width wise. Ensure that the 4 the middle forcing the air valve openings are at the same end. towards the valve openings. 8 9
STORING YOUR PACKRAFT CONTINUED TIZIP USE & MAINTENANCE Wrap compression straps Secure firmly without over 5 around your raft. Insert the 6 tightening or pinching material end through both metal clips, fold in the metal clips. Always transport back over the first clip and return in a protective bag. through the second clip. To open the Tizip, grasp the Apply Tizip lube to the zipper end of the packraft with one 2 upon first opening and reapply after every trip when the hand. Firmly pull (without jerking) until the zipper opens. The zipper is Tizip is used. If the zipper does not very hard to open but you will not seal, blow out sand and debris, damage by pulling firmly. rinse with water and rezip until the zipper fully seals. 20 2
THIGH STRAP INSTALLATION Attach long strap with padded Attach short webbing strap portion of the strap toward 2 to the webbing loop that is the back of the packraft. Attach attached to the same dring plate as metal clips at both ends of strap to the.5 ladder lock. the drings on the side tube of the packraft. Attach the second end of the Adjust straps as necessary to 3 webbing strap to one of the 4 secure your leg. To remove three loops positioned near the thigh straps when in use, straighten middle of the padded leg strap. leg at the knee to release the straps. 22 23
FIELD REPAIR Deflate raft completely. Clean Peel the patch from the Apply the sticker by holding Scrape a coin or credit card and dry off the affected area. 2 adhesive backing. 3 the backing in order to avoid 4 over the patch until there are Recommend using rubbing alcohol or alcohol wipe if possible. touching the patch with your hands. no air bubbles. Let dry for 2030 minutes. The patch will fully cure after 24 hours. 24 25
REGISTER YOUR PACKRAFT ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY AND RECEIVE A FREE BOTTLE OPENER BY REGISTERING YOUR PACKRAFT AT KOKOPELLIPACKRAFT.COM/REGISTER. WARRANTY & GUARANTEE A. GUARANTEE Kokopelli Packraft offers a 30 day full money back guarantee on all purchases unless otherwise posted as a no return or final sale. This Return Policy only applies if the product has never been used. Any product returned that is deemed to have been used will result in forfeiture of 50% of the total refund price. If this product is returned to Kokopelli Packraft or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased, the product must be insured during shipment, with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by the Buyer. If this product is returned uninsured, the Buyer assumes all risks of loss or damage during shipment. FREE WITH REGISTRATION B. LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kokopelli Packraft for this product are limited to the terms set forth below. What is Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship of all packrafts sold by Kokopelli Packraft. What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration, modification, improper or unreasonable use or maintenance, misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, fire, improper packing, or other acts of nature. 26 27
WARRANTY & GUARANTEE How Long Does this Coverage Last This limited warranty lasts for three (3) years from the date of original purchase of this product. However, the Tizip cargo storage has a one () year warranty. Who is Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty. This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product. What Kokopelli Packraft Will Do Kokopelli Packraft will, at its sole discretion, provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty:. Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time, free of any charge for the necessary materials and labor to complete the repair and restore the product to its proper operating condition. Kokopelli Packraft will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete. 2. Replace the product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kokopelli Packraft to perform at or above the same function as the original product. 3. Issue a refund of the original purchase price less any discounts given. What Kokopelli Packraft Will Not Do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kokopelli Packraft or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased, this product must be insured during shipment, with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by the Buyer. If this product is returned uninsured, the Buyer assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment. How to Obtain a Remedy Under This Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty, you must contact either the authorized Kokopelli Packraft reseller from whom you purchased this product or by emailing Kokopelli Packraft directly. For a list of authorized Kokopelli Packraft resellers, visit the Retailer page on our website. In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty, you must possess an original, dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kokopelli Packraft reseller or proof of purchase from Kokopelli Packraft s online store. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY The maximum liability of Kokopelli Packraft under this limited warranty shall not exceed the actual purchase price paid for the product less any discounts. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Kokopelli Packraft is not responsible for direct, special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any breach of warranty or condition, or under any other legal theory. 28 29
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Never use packrafts in water above their rated level. Do not exceed your paddling ability. Always paddle with a partner. Always scout unfamiliar water and portage when necessary. Always wear proper safety equipment including a PFD, helmet, river shoes, and proper paddling gear. Never paddle in flood conditions. Never paddle under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Be aware of appropriate water levels, tidal changes, dangerous currents, and changing weather. Obtain certified first aid training and carry first aid and rescue/ safety equipment. TIPS & TRICKS Proper air pressure is.3.5 PSI. Do not exceed.5 PSI. Always let some air out of your packraft after removing from water for extended periods of time. The sun s heat will cause the air to expand. The higher air pressure can cause damage to the valve and potentially pop the packraft. Always roll up you packraft on a tarp or other material to prevent sand or small rocks from being rolled up with the raft. Store in protective dry bag or other type bag if transporting on the outside of your backpack. Always travel with a patch kit. Instructions on use can be found on our website at kokopellipackraft.com Store unrolled in a dry location out of the sun. Make sure to properly clean and dry prior to storage After fully inflating your raft, cold shock your packraft by placing it in the water and splashing cold water over the tubes. Add additional air as the air inside the raft condenses. Add additional air as necessary throughout your paddle (or if the ambient temperature drops) as the air inside the packraft condenses as it is cooled. 30 3
PACKRAFT LINEUP ADVENTURE SERIES WHITEWATER SERIES LAKE SERIES ROGUELITE ROGUE NIRVANA NIRVANA RECON HORNETLITE TWAIN SPRAYDECK SPRAYDECK SELFBAILING SELFBAILING 32 33
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