Multisport 270 Owner's Manual - Aquaglide

Congratulations on the purchase of your Aquaglide ® Multisport270.You’ve joined tens of thousands of other satisfied owners who havediscovered the fun and versatility of this unique craft. To ensure the bestpossible experience, please take the time to read carefully through thisOwner’s Manual.The Multisport270 is a compact, inflatable sailboat that converts easilyfor use as a windsurfer, towable, or kayak (when used with optionalKayak Kit). Compared to other sailboats, the Multisport270 is lightweight,compact and very portable.I. Package ContentsBefore attempting to assemble the Multisport, locate and familiarizeyourself with each of the components included with your Multisport270.These parts are shown on page 3 for reference.II. Warnings• Read and understand the Owner’s Manual, including all warnings.• Never use this product if you do not know how to swim.• When on the water, always wear an appropriate life vest (PFD) approvedby the authorities in your country of use.• Adverse conditions can put you in a life-threatening situation. Conditionschange rapidly, so be aware!• Wear protective water shoes and/or a wetsuit when necessary.• Use the buddy system. Sailing with others is safer and more funthan sailing alone.• Keep clear of swimmers, and other water users. Stay out of swimmingareas.• When on the water, always stay with the Multisport hull. It providesflotation and visibility.• Be sure to know the rules of marine navigation before you use thisproduct. For more information and/or training on these rules, contactyour local Coast Guard office or marine dealer.• Know and understand the detailed warnings listed on page 4-5 ofthis Owner’s Manual.Table of ContentspagePackage Contents.......................... 2Included Items............................ 3Warnings............................................ 2EN Warnings.................................. 4Salt Water Warning.................. 5Tow Warning................................ 5Assembly - Sailboat...................... 6Preparing Hull............................. 6Preparing Sailing Rig............. 6Preparing Sailing Harness... 10Attaching Sailing Rig.............. 15Attaching Keel & Rudder........ 17Now What?.................................... 18Assembly - Windsurfer................ 18Preparing Hull............................. 18Preparing Sailing Rig............. 18Preparing Sailing Harness... 19Attaching Sailing Rig.............. 19Attaching Keels.......................... 21Now What?.................................... 21Assembly - Towable...................... 22Preparing Hull............................. 22Points to Note.............................. 22Attaching Tow Rope.................. 22Now What?.................................... 23Assembly - Kayak........................... 23Preparing Hull............................. 23Points to Note.............................. 23Now What?.................................... 24Operation............................................ 24Care & Maintenance..................... 25Storage............................................ 26Warranty............................................. 27Repair.................................................... 28for more info go to:Aquaglide, Inc. #1 North Shore Dr, SE White Salmon, WA 98672 TEL: (509) 493-4938 FAX: (509) 493-4966www.Aquaglide.net2