KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 (01) PDF Document

Each KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 comes with a Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin (MSO), which is like the title to your car. To register your boat with your state licensing bureau, you will need both the MSO, completed and signed by the retailer, and your sales receipt.

Most states require boat registration if it has a motor or will be used with a motor. Several states also require registration if the boat exceeds a certain length. To determine the specific registration requirements, you should check with your state licensing bureau, which may be the Secretary of State, Department of Natural Resources, or the Department of Motor Vehicles.

The KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 comes with the following parts:

• (2) padded seats

• (2) kingpin swivels

• (3) drain plugs installed

• (1) stern light

• (1) bow light

• (1) battery box

• (1) accessory kit

• (1) trolling motor plug

Before applying boat registration decals, clean the area with alcohol or another solvent that does not leave a residue. Ensure the solvent is put aside and the area is dry. Using a propane torch, lightly pass the flame back and forth over the area where the decals will be applied. It is important that you do not try to heat the surface. This process will enhance the adhesion of the decals.

Due to its flexible nature, a polyethylene boat like the KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 is prone to accumulating a small amount of water between the deck and hull from sources like rain, waves, and condensation. This is normal and not a defect. This water should be drained after each use.

To drain the water, remove the appropriate drain plug and lift the bow of the boat. This will allow all the water to drain to the transom. Please be sure to secure the drain plug after draining is complete.

The KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 has three drain plugs. Two are located on the transom: one drains the water that gets onto the deck, and the other eliminates any water that condenses or seeps between the deck and hull. The third drain plug is located in the livewell.

You should use a 12V Deep Cycle Marine Battery (not included). To install it, place the battery in the battery box. Make sure the battery is secured using the holding strap so it cannot bounce or slide inside the compartment, as the weight and sharp corners of the battery could crack the compartment liner. Connect the wires as follows:

• RED to POSITIVE (+) terminal

• BLACK to NEGATIVE (-) terminal

If you wish to use an outboard motor, attach it to the transom following the instructions provided with the motor. Do not mount a motor with a horsepower rating higher than the rating on the boat capacity plate. A standard short shaft is recommended.

The KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 model has sockets to connect a trolling motor to either the bow or transom of the boat. The specifications are:

• Maximum thrust: 40 lbs.

• Shaft length: standard.

Many trolling motors come with “alligator clips” or “ring connectors” for direct battery connection. To plug the trolling motor into the boat’s socket, you may need to replace these with a male plug (included with the accessory packet). Follow these steps:

1. Cut the trolling motor power wires just behind the alligator clips or ring connectors and strip about 1/2″ of the insulation from the end of these wires.

2. Connect the trolling motor power wires to the plug wires using the connectors included in the accessory packet or by soldering.

Note: Be sure to connect the same color wires together. The RED wire on the plug is positive (+), and the BLACK wire is negative (-). Consult the trolling motor instructions for more details.

If you operate your KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 after dusk or before dawn, you must have navigation lighting that meets US Coast Guard standards.

• If the boat is anchored or not moving, only the stern light (sometimes called an all-around light) should be on.

• If the boat is moving or underway, both the bow lights and stern light must be on.

The navigation lighting on the KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 is operated by installing the light poles into the sockets. The bow lights (red & green) are installed into the front socket, and the stern light is installed into the rear socket.

On the KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102, which has bow and stern trolling motor plugs, be sure to connect both circuits to the battery. There will be two red and two black wires.

• Connect both red wires to the + (positive) battery terminal.

• Connect both black wires to the – (negative) battery terminal.

The aerator pump on the KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 is controlled by an on/off switch.

The KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 uses 50 amp. in-line fuses. If any of your electrical systems are not working, check the in-line fuses located next to the battery terminals in the wire. Replace if necessary.

1. Hook up power for the fish finder or other accessories directly to the battery. Since this is not a fused connection, please see the installation instructions included with the fish finder.

2. Place the main unit of the fish finder or other accessory on the deck in any location that is convenient.

3. The transducer for the fish finder can be mounted to the trolling motor using stainless steel hose clamps. Alternatively, it can be mounted on a raised mounting block located on the port (left) side of the transom. This raised mounting block has a small piece of durawood behind it as a backer. Do not mount the transducer anywhere else on the transom, as there are no other wood backers (except for the center section where the motor is mounted). Mounting onto the plastic itself will not provide adequate support and will create a leak in the hull.

• Check the weather and wave conditions.

• Review the maximum capacities on the capacity plate, located on the rear starboard side of the deck. Ensure you are safely within these limits.

• Make sure your drain plugs are installed and secure.

• Expect some water accumulation between the deck and hull; it is not necessarily an indication of a serious leak. Water can seep through and around some fasteners during heavy rain or accumulate from normal condensation. Drain this space as needed.

• Make sure all passengers are wearing Personal Flotation Devices (life jackets).

• Check and tighten if necessary all motor mounting clamps.

• When loading, distribute the weight of the fuel tank, battery, tackle boxes, etc. evenly across the boat so that it will sit reasonably level in the water. This is a small boat and extra caution should be taken to prevent overloading.

• When launching the boat from shore, it is better to have help to lift and carry it to the water to prevent excessive hull abrasion.

• Be sure the motor is tilted up to prevent damage when lowering the boat into the water.

• If launching from a trailer, make sure to remove all tie downs before backing onto the launching ramp.

• Make sure to install all drain plugs before putting the boat in the water.

• When entering the boat, step in the center of the boat so it remains stable. Do not step on the gunwale (top edge of the side of the boat), which could cause the boat to tip.

• After the boat is in the water, but before leaving shore, check to make sure the boat sits reasonably level fore to aft and side to side. If not, redistribute the items you have on board.

• Be conscious of the shore condition. Sharp rocks, sharp edges on break walls, or concrete aprons can seriously chafe the hull if you drag or slide the boat over them.

• Avoid mooring or docking in very shallow water where the hull will hit the bottom.

• Use boat fenders or other cushioning to prevent wave action from scraping the hull against the dock.

• Fill the livewell about 2/3 full of water. Do not overfill, as the excess water will seep between the hull and deck. Try to use cool water, as it reduces the fish’s need for oxygen. Keep the lid closed when possible to help keep the water cool.

• The KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 model has a recirculating aerator pump. It’s not necessary to run the pump continuously to keep fish alive. Running it for five minutes or so every 1/2 hour is adequate if the water is cool; run it longer if the water is warm. Periodically check the pump intake vanes and spray head parts for debris and clean when necessary. The pump draws approximately 1 1/2 amp @ 12 VDC. The switch is on the electrical control panel.

• Drain the livewell by removing the drain plug.

Yes, do not be concerned if you notice a slight hull flexing during use. The KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 is designed to flex and absorb minor bumps without damage. This flexing is one of the great advantages of polyethylene.

The KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 model is not designed to plane but will travel smoothly if loaded and trimmed properly.

With most outboard motors, you can adjust the trim, which is the angle between the motor’s power unit (prop) and the boat’s transom. If the motor is angled out too far, the bow will rise sharply when power is applied. If the prop is angled too close to the transom, it will tend to push the bow down when power is applied.

Adjusting the weight distribution in the boat will also help. If the bow lifts too much, shift more weight forward. If the bow tends to plow down in the water, shift weight toward the stern.

The KL SUN DOLPHIN PRO 102 can be conveniently transported in the back of a full-size pickup truck. Be sure to tie the boat down snugly using several tie-down straps. Do not over-tighten the straps, as this will distort the deck and hull.

• Ensure that the trailer has supporting bunks that are 5′ to 8′ long. They should be made from 2″ x 4″ or 2″ x 6″ stock turned wide side up. If the trailer doesn’t have bunk supports this size, you’ll need to make them. Transporting and especially storing a boat on a trailer with too short or too narrow supports will cause the hull to dent and will significantly reduce performance.

• Do not wind the winch too tight. Just enough to snug it against the winch stop is adequate. Over-tightening may distort the bow over time.

• Loosen the transom or gunwale tie-down straps if the boat will be left on the trailer for more than 1-2 days. If the straps are left tight, the boat may distort under pressure.

• HDPE is very impact resistant but is vulnerable to excess abrasion. Avoid dragging the boat across gravel, asphalt, or concrete. A hole below the waterline is very difficult to repair as nothing sticks to HDPE other than molten HDPE.

• Drain any water accumulated between your deck and hull.

• The boat can be cleaned with warm water and any standard detergents. More difficult stains, like brackish watermarks, may be cleaned with a petroleum-based cleaner. Read the manufacturer’s instructions before using any cleaner. Do not use Armour-All® or other plastic conditioner products as they can discolor and weaken the plastic. Do not use abrasive cleaning products.

• If used in salt-water environments, rinse the boat and components thoroughly with fresh water after each use. Scrape off barnacles and other marine life periodically with a putty knife or stiff brush. Painting the hull with an antifouling bottom preservative will help minimize buildup.

• Periodically check and clean the battery terminals and wire leads.

• Remove corrosion from trolling motor harness connections.

• Spray electrical connectors with a lubricant such as Super Lube or CRC 56.

• Periodically check the operation of the aerator and lights.

• Periodically inspect all bolts and screws to ensure proper performance and safety.

Polyethylene is a somewhat flexible material with some memory, meaning it has a tendency to return to its original molded shape if distorted. If this occurs, follow these steps:

1. Relieve the pressure that caused the dent or distortion by supporting the boat differently or removing gear or the motor.

2. Place the boat in the warm sun. Usually, the south side of a building is the warmest spot. As the boat warms up, it will usually (but not always) return to its original molded shape. This process may take a few hours or a couple of weeks depending upon outside temperatures and the degree of distortion.

• Remove the boat from the water. Leaving it in the water for more than a few days will promote algae growth on the hull.

• For winter storage, we advise cleaning and coating electrical fittings with CRC 56 or a battery terminal protectant. A mooring cover is suggested to prevent water and debris accumulation. If possible, store your boat in a garage or barn.

• Make sure all water is drained from between the deck and hull. When storing, open the drain plug and tilt the bow up to ensure proper drainage.

• Don’t allow water to accumulate between the deck and hull and freeze, as this damages the flotation foam.

• Close the cap on the bow and/or stern light sockets.

• Remove all seats, fuel tanks, batteries, and other accessories.

• Don’t fill the boat with gear.

• Release the tension from the winch and tie-down straps.

• Don’t store the boat on sawhorses.

• Meets CE and US Coast Guard Safety Standards

• Fits in the back of a pick-up, no trailer needed

• Pre-wired for trolling motor at bow and stern

• Livewell with aerator pump

• Two-year hull and deck warranty

Length	10’2″	310cm
Width	56″	142cm
Height	23″	58cm
Weight	165 lbs.	75kg
Capacity	469 lbs.	213kg
HP Rating	7

Item Description	Model / Part Number
Mooring Cover Cover gives years of protection shielding out rain and debris. The elastic cord gives a snug, tight fit. Made of durable water resistant polyester fabric. Cover is supported by seats with backs folded down. Available in gray.	Pro 102 – #ABT102CVGY
Set of Oars Set of 6′ oars allows the boat to be rowed from the rear. Set includes two oars and oarlocks.	All models – #12738
Oarlock Socket Kit Attaches to boat. Set of 2.	Pro 102 & Pro 94 – #4124
Oarlock Set Includes two horns and two pins. Fits 1 3/8″.	All models – #12586