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Basic Motoring Instructions

The Sea Eagle FoldCat 325fc and 375fc are a very light

weight catamarans. Since only the pontoons are in touch

with water, there is less drag and so they motor very well

even with small outboard motors. They take only up to 3 HP

gas engines. You can also use up to 74 lb. thrust electric

motors. As with any boat, while motoring you need to be

keenly aware of the wind and water conditions around you

- especially while using an electric motor, you don’t want to

be caught with a 4 knot boat trying to fight a 5 knot tidal

current. As with all boating, a little planning goes a long

way. However, you will be surprised at the fine

maneuverability of the FoldCat 325fc or 375fc even with an

electric motor.

Basic Rowing Instructions

You will be surprised how easy it is to row your FoldCat

325fc or 375fc boat. If you have never rowed a boat of any

kind, there are some fundamental concepts that you will

have to grasp.

Before embarking on the water, you should realize one

fundamental truth: when you row forwards, you face

backwards. This means that you will have a great view of

where you have been, but almost no view of where you are

going. If you want to alter this you may get one or two rear

view mirrors. Some traditional rowers will consider this

immoral, but it is nice to have a view of where you are

going.

As in any boating situation, it is vital to carry a life jacket

and to be aware of the conditions of the water you are

rowing in. You should be aware of any and all obstacles

and dangers that you might encounter (i.e. sailboats,

motorboats, moored boats, bouys, docks, rocks, winds,

waves, lightning, rain, etc.). When rowing backward it is

important to realize that if you are not using a mirror you will

have to periodically twist your neck and look where you are

going. Please remember to give way to both sailboats and

motorboats, as they have the right of way.

Before getting in, you should adjust the oarlock pins so the

handles of the oars almost touch as they come together.

Please note, at some point in the future, when you become

more proficient with rowing, you may want to use longer

oars which will crossover each other and give you greater

reach and coverage. You also may want to switch to

traditional oarlocks that allow you to feather your blades on

their retrieves. Using longer oars that crossover and/or oars

that feather takes practice. You may want to consult some

books on rowing before before considering these future

options.

If this is truly your first time rowing, we recommend that you

practice rowing for several hours near the shore before

venturing out further on open waters. Practice not only

makes perfect, it makes safe.

Please note, when pulling your oars through the water you

should try to keep the blades fully immersed, but as close

to the surface as possible. This will give you greater rowing

leverage. You should continually practice your rowing

strokes, trying to make them as fluid and smooth as

possible.

Storage

The Sea Eagle FoldCats can be stored inflated for an

indefinite period of time as long as the temperature remains

warmer than -20° fahrenheit. For outdoor storage, cover

the FoldCat with a tarp and keep it off the ground.

For indoor storage it is best to find a dry, relatively cool

location. Avoid attics or other locations with temperatures

above 120 degrees fahrenheit.

Troubleshooting

Leakage of air:

If your boat appears a bit soft, it might not

be because of a leak. If the boat was inflated late in the day

with 90 degree air, that air might cool 20 degrees overnight.

The cooler air exerts less pressure on the hull, so it could

appear soft the next morning.

If there has been no temperature variation, you need to

start looking for a leak. Below are the three best methods.

1) Visual inspection.

Get a good look at your boat from

just a few feet away. Flip it over and closely check over the

outside. Any large leaks should be clearly visible.

2) Listening.

If you have a rough idea where your leak is,

you can sometimes hear it in a quiet room.

3) Soapy water.

Use a mix of dishwashing liquid & water in

a spray bottle, and spray over suspicious areas. Any leak

will produce bubbles that will pinpoint the location of the

leak.

4) Check your valves:

Look, listen, and if necessary, spray

soapy water around your valve and the valve base. If you

do find that it is leaking at the valve please call our service

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