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FLOAT CAT 60
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATIONS MANUAL
WARNING
Read Operations Guidelines before using.
Always wear USCG approved floatation devices.
Always wear wader safety belt.
Always attach tether while operating.
Do not operate in rapids.
Do not operate in high wind conditions.
ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE.
Maximum capacity:
250 lbs. Float Cat 60
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HOBIE FLOAT CAT OWNER’S MANUAL Congratulations on your purchase of a Hobie Outback Float Cat! The Hobie reputation for exceptional design, high quality materials, and professional service will ensure you years of pleasure. The Float Cat was designed to enhance your fishing experience. The efficient multihull design moves quickly over the water - a light kick will accelerate you towards your prey. The elevated seat puts you inches above the water, keeping you warm and dry while improving v
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INDEX Page Float Cat Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Rod Holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Rod Holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Float Cat 60 Operat
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Hobie Float Cat Assembly FLOAT CAT 60/75 PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION (1) Two pontoons (2) Two black plastic vent caps (3) Two aluminum crossbars with snap buttons Float Cat 60 Shown (4) One plastic molded seat back (SEE ALSO: Large Diagrams Pg. 16) (5) Two 10” aluminum seat posts with plastic C clamps (6) Two seat post screws 3/4” Phillips (7) One seat back adjustment system: (7a) One 1”x56” nylon webbing straps with male buckles (7b) Two 6” sewn webbing loops with female
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STEP 2- Vent Caps Installing vent caps (2) as supplied creates a water and air tight seal. Screw caps onto threaded holes on top of pontoons. Caps can be installed to self vent for altitude and temperature changes. To self vent, remove the clear plastic cone inside each cap by prying out with a small screwdriver. The cap will not completely seal and venting will take place as long as the cap is not over tightened. The plastic cones may be reinserted. Temperature and air pressure change
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STEP 7- Seat Bottom Lacing Locate the two short and one long black lacings (Item 9). Flip pontoons over, vent caps facing down. Using the two short lacings, tie a double half hitch at each outer grommet of the short flap. Pass lacing over crossbar and up through opposite outside grommet located on the long flap. Pass lacing back and down through the opposite grommet. Tie a double half hitch around all lacing. Using the long lacing, start at one end with a half hitch and lace gromme
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Hull Bag Remove male buckles from webbing straps. Thread straps under both crossbars. Replace buckle and adjust length. Trouble Shooting Snap Button It is possible for snap buttons to get stuck inside the crossbars. This usually occurs because a tool smaller than 3/8" diameter has been used. When pushing snap button down, always use a tool with at least a 3/8" diameter (or your finger). Do not push button below aluminum surface. Stuck Snap Button STEP 1- A swift hit on the cross bar wit
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Tether: Always use a tether so your Float Cat will not drift away from you. All it takes is a light breeze. Secure tether to your calf just below the knee. Exit: To exit, position your Float Cat into shallow water. Reach down to tops of apron support posts and tilt post in same direction, pushing ring to one side while pulling upward. Posts will snap off of crossbar. Detach mesh apron from velcro and bunch to front of ring. Flip apron over your head, making sure hull bag zippers are c
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Entering Your Float Cat 1. Make sure your Float Cat has been assembled properly and double check all connections to assure they are locked in properly for initial assembly, see assembly instructions. 2. Carry Float Cat to lake shore. Never attempt to use your Float Cat on moving waters. It’s present design is specific to stillwaters. Set Float Cat down on lakes edge far enough on land to prevent the wind from blowing it into lake. Stow gear and place rod in rack. Check floatation vest
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Using The Wind: Wind can cause you problems until you practice these simple techniques for fishing from Your Float Cat in the wind. Always watch weather conditions and stay close to launch point in high winds or heavy storm conditions. If the wind get too strong to kick against, move to nearest land, wait out wind, or walk back to vehicle. Never let yourself get blown across a large body of water. You can often find a sheltered bay to fish even in heavy winds. 1. In breezy conditions, ke
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Warranty Hobie Outback warranties it’s Float Cat products to be free of all defects in material and workmanship for the period of Three years from date of purchase. Upon receipt and inspection Hobie Outback will repair or replace at no charge any boats returned during the warranty period that are found defective. Please do not return the product without our prior authorization. If necessary repairs are covered by warranty, we will pay return shipping charges to any destination within th
