Aqua Cycle Plus Owner's Manual

Your paddleboat will give you many years of enjoyment with a minimum of care. Just follow these directions. Questions? Contact us, we’d be pleased to help. Your Aqua Cycle serial number is stamped into the aluminum on the back of the boat, on the right side of the rear cross member, just above the pontoon. *LUBRICATION* Bearings Add 2 to 3 drops of a good lubricating oil (30 weight or higher motor oil) to each oil cup (total of 6) at the beginning of each boating season and again approximately every 6 weeks of use. Pedals Lubricate as required by centering pedals on crank and plac- ing a small amount of oil on the crank next to the pedals on both sides. Rotate the pedals over the oil to work lubrication under the pedals. Remove excess oil. *Boat Specifications* Original Aqua Cycle (pictured on the front) 12” pontoons Width: 64” Length: 10’2” Height” 44” Weight: 155 lbs. Capacity: 400 lbs. Aqua Cycle Plus 15” pontoons Width: 70” Length: 13’ Height: 47” Weight: 284 lbs. Capacity: 800 lbs. Aqua Cycle II 15” pontoons Width: 70” Length: 13’ Height: 47” Weight: 286 lbs. Capacity: 800 lbs. Aqua Cycle 4 x 4 15” pontoons Width: 70” Length: 13’ Height: 47” Weight: 286 lbs. Capacity: 800 lbs. Aqua Cycle 15 15” pontoons Width: 70” Length: 10’ 6” Height: 47” Weight: 200 lbs. Capacity: 550 lbs.

motorcycle shop at the beginning of the season and every 6 weeks. The same oil used for the oil cups may be used on the chain but excess oil may be deposited on the boards. *ADJUSTING THE CHAIN* After approximately 10 hours of use the chain may require it’s first adjustment (tightening). For all model except Aqua Cycle 4x4, loosen the 6 bolts and nuts holding the rear axle bearings to the side frame rails but do not remove the nuts from these bolts. Have an assistant grasp the axle from the rear of the boat with both hands, one on each side of the center frame rail as near to the sprocket as possible. Avoid bowing the rear axle while pulling the axle to the rear of the boat. Keep the axle parallel with the rear cross member and tighten the two center bear- ing mounting bolts and nuts. Be sure the axle is still parallel with the rear cross member and tighten the right side bearing mounting bolts and nuts. (This is the bearing on the BOAT’S right side). Release hands from the axle and tighten the left bearing mounting bolts and nuts. It is important to follow these directions exactly. Warning. When fully tightened, the chain should be slightly loose, not taut like a banjo string. Extreme pressure on the axle from over tightening the chain will cause rear axle and bearing failure. An over loose chain can jump off the sprockets. Aqua Cycle 4x4 Chain Adjustment. Follow above instructions to loosen the rear axle bearings. Also, loosen all 3 middle crank shaft bearings in the same manner. This will allow both front and back chains to properly adjust when the rear axle is pulled back. Pull on the rear axle as above. Tighten the 3 middle crank shaft bearings in the same sequence as the rear bearings. The adjustment slots on the 2 outside bearings should be equal assuring the crank shaft is parallel to the rear axle and perpendicular to the chain. Tighten the rear bearings as described previously. *SEAT ADJUSTMENT* The seat may be adjusted to desired position by raising or lowering the adjust- ment straps in the holes on the sides of the rear seat legs. Move both seat sides simultaneously to adjust the seat. For maximum forward adjustment, place the second bolt in the top hole in the rear seat legs. *CARE OF URETHANE BOARDS* Clean the boards with a mild detergent and water. A mild spray cleaner such as 409 or Fantastic may also be used. Apply a surface protectant at least once a year. Suggested protectant brands: Armorall or STP Son of a Gun. *ALUMINUM CARE* The aluminum may be cleaned with any good grade of aluminum cleaner as de- sired. Warning. Be sure your cleaner will not harm other components on the boat, such as the plated or powder coated metal surfaces, urethane boards, nylon wash- ers, or bearings. *NUTS & BOLTS* Check for loose bolts and nuts at the beginning of each season. The bolts on the seats and floor boards may loosen due to temperature changes. Warning. Snug these bolts only! Do not over tighten! *TRANSPORTING YOUR AQUA CYCLE* NEVER TRANSPORT THE AQUA CYCLE IN A BACKWARD POSITION. Damage will occur to the rear of the chain guard mounting and / or the splash shields if transported backward. The paddle wheel should be secured during transporting to eliminate excess wear to the chain and bearings. Remove the Bimini Top before transporting to prevent damage to the bows and brackets. *SPECIAL CARE FOR USE IN SALT WATER* Remove your Aqua Cycle from salt or blackish water and rinse thoroughly with lots of fresh water after each use. Aqua Cycle is not intended for motorized use. Aqua Cycle Rear Deck is not intended for passenger use. Jump or dive from any boat at your own risk. American Pleasure Products, Inc. Email us at [email protected] 2823 E. Industrial Park Drive Rose City, MI 48654 Phone: 989-685-2697 Fax: 989-685-8484