Hobie Float Cat 60 User Manual
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
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 visibility, accuracy, and ease in casting. The
compact shape and low weight allows you to take your Float Cat anywhere. The drink well, rod holder, and
accessories such as stripping apron with storage bags, backpack, travel bag, cooler, and rowing systems,
to name a few, makes your Float Cat a vacation destination in itself.
Hobie’s attention to detail is found throughout. The pontoons are constructed of a unique high impact,
low maintenance, polyethylene used for kayaks and industrial sanitation bins. All aluminum alloy parts
are anodized or coated to prevent corrosion. Hardware and webbing are the highest grade available. All
components are manufactured to Hobie’s specifications and made in the U.S.A. Best yet, your Float Cat
is backed by our 3 year warranty.*
From assembly to short of bringing in that record rainbow, the friendly folks at Hobie Outback are available
to answer your questions Monday through Friday at: (760) 758-9100 And they’re always curious to know
how your Float Cat performed.
Be prepared to share your Hobie Outback Float Cat with your family and friends. Or better yet, send
them to your local Outback Dealer.
Good luck fishing...and have a Hobie Day!
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
350 LBS. FLOAT CAT 75
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INDEX
Float Cat Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Rod Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Rod Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Float Cat 60 Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Full Size Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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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
(4) One plastic molded seat back
(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 buckles
(7c) One 3” sewn webbing loop with female buckle (buckle for cooler accessory)
(8) One black mesh grommeted seat bottom with blue foam wedge cushion
(9) Three black seat lacings: two short and one long
(10) One safety tether leg strap (Not Shown)
Float Cat 60 Shown
(SEE ALSO: Large Diagrams Pg. 16)
NOTE: Rowing System, 75 Cargo Deck and 75 Expedition OWNERS... Rowing system assembly step #1, and
cargo deck installation #1 and #2 (installation of footrest hangers) should be completed during the initial
assembly of your Float Cat. Those steps are included here and denoted for you. Refer to the rowing system
assembly and cargo deck assembly sections of this book for identification of parts and remaining steps.
(SEE ALSO: Large Diagrams Pg. 18-19)
FLOAT CAT 60/75 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Forward / Front
STEP 1- Pontoon Placement
Note: The seat faces the rear or aft of the boat
(sometimes refered to as the "stern"). The front of the boat is refered to as the "bow". Float Cats are paddled or
rowed with your body facing aft (with your back to the direction of travel).
Bow
Aft / Rear
Stern
Float Cat 60: Both pontoons are exactly the same. Forward refers to the pointed end. Rear refers to the rounded
logo end. Position pontoons facing the same direction with the side Hobie diamond logos facing out.
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HOBIE LOGO ON THIS SIDE
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