Old Town Canoe Co. 15 用户手册

Congratulations! Your new boat rep-

resents the very best quality, craftsman-
ship and technical innovation in the 
industry. With proper care your canoe 
or kayak will give you years of paddling 
enjoyment. With knowledgable use, it 
offers almost limitless paddling possi-
bilities, at home or wherever your trav-
els take you. To begin your adventure 
check with your local dealer or pad-
dling club for paddling opportunities in 
your area. Other paddlers are your best 
source for information regarding put-
ins, take-outs, trips, etc.

REGISTERING YOUR BOAT

To register your new canoe or kayak 

in our warranty database, either com-
plete the form included or register on 
our website (address on front cover). 
Much of the information requested on 
the warranty form is voluntary, and we 
use it for one reason only: to learn to 
serve you better. We will not sell this 
information to another company. Reg-
istering your boat is for your protection 
and convenience only.

• Get paddlesport instruction from a 

licensed or certifi ed instructor. 

• Obtain certifi ed fi rst aid and rescue 

training, and carry fi rst aid and res-
cue equipment.

• Always wear a nationally-approved 

personal fl oatation device.

• Always wear a helmet where 

appropriate.

• Dress appropriately for weather 

conditions; cold water and/or cold 
weather can result in hypothermia.

• Check your equipment prior to each 

use for signs of wear or failure.

• Never paddle alone.
• Do not use alcohol or mind altering 

drugs prior to using this product.

• Do not paddle in fl ood conditions.

• Be aware of appropriate river water 

levels, tidal changes, dangerous 
currents and weather changes.

• Scout unfamiliar waters; portage 

where appropriate.

• Do not exceed your paddling ability; 

be honest with yourself.

• Consult your physician prior to be-

ginning your paddlesport training.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recom-

mendations for the proper use of 
product.

• If additional outfi tting is added 

to this craft, use manufacturer’s 
approved materials only; do not 
impair entry or exit access.

• Read owner’s information package 

prior to using this product.

SAFETY WARNING

Paddlesports can be very dangerous and physically demanding. The user of 
this product should understand that participating in paddlesports may involve 
serious injury or death. Observe the following safety standards whenever using 
this product.

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