Hobie Float Cat 75 Expedition Assembly And Operation Manual
FLOAT CAT 75
EEXXPPEEDDIITTIIOONN
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:
350 lbs. Float Cat 75
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!
Table of Contents PAGE
Float Cat Assembly......................................2-5
Foot Rest ........................................................5
Cargo Rack .................................................5-6
Rowing Kit.......................................................6
Rod Holder......................................................7
Troubleshooting ..............................................7
Float Cat 75 Operations ............................7-10
Full Size Diagram..........................................11
Warranty Information ....................................12
Hobie Float Cat 75
Expedition
Owners 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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FLOAT CAT 75 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1- Pontoon Placement
Note: The seat faces the rear or aft of the boat
(sometimes referred to as the "stern"). The front of the boat is
referred to as the "bow". Float Cats are paddled or rowed with your
body facing aft (with your back to the direction of travel).
On one side near each end of the pontoons are two indentations. Assemble with these indentations on the inside, facing
each other (graphics facing out). The bottom of the pontoons (the part in the water) are exactly the same. Forward
(bow) and rear (stern) are established by seat installation.
Hobie Float Cat
Assembly
Forward / Front
Bow
Aft / Rear
Stern
Rowing System Parts List
Four footrest hangers: black plastic piece with 1 1/4” and
7/8” holes at 90 degrees
Two oarlock frames: tripod hinged 7/8” tubing with
receptacle push button inserts
One footrest: two 48” lengths of 7/8” tubing with strut
attachment tabs one 18” length 7/8” tubing with
connectors & stainless steel screws
Two two piece oars with clips and attached oarlocks
Two lynch pins
FLOA
T CAT 60/75 PARTS LIST
Two pontoons
Two black plastic vent caps
Two aluminum crossbars with snap buttons
One plastic molded seat back
Two 10” aluminum seat posts with plastic C clamps
Two seat post screws 3/4” Phillips
One seat back adjustment system:
One 1”x56” nylon webbing straps with male buckles
Two 6” sewn webbing loops with female buckles
One 3” sewn webbing loop with female buckle (buckle for
cooler accessory)
One black mesh grommeted seat bottom with blue foam
wedge cushion
Three black seat lacings: two short and one long
One safety tether leg strap (Not Shown)
Indentations
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STEP 2- The Crossbar Assembly
Prior to installing any of the crossbars to the hull, it is easiest to partially build the crossbar first. Use the diagrams
below to help with the assembly. Be sure to note how the extended portion of the hangers point toward the stern of the
boat at all times.
Install the seat bottom on one of the crossbars by sliding the bar inbetween the thick edge of the foam and
the mesh (velcro facing up). Install the hangers onto
the bar beyond the snap buttons in the same orientation
as shown here. This bar is now established as the rear
crossbar.
Hangers
Stern of the boat
Bow of the boat
Seat Bottom
The front crossbar has
4 hangers. Take note
of the diagram here to
see how they are positioned.
STEP 3- The Crossbars Installation
Rear Crossbar
Install the rear crossbar into the molded in hole. Once you pass though the
first hole, install the seat back webbing strap onto the bar. Continue to
insert the bar though the other hole. You’ll want to insert the bar until the
snap button pops into the hole on the hull. Make sure that the hangers are
oriented like the drawing above and are pointing toward the stern of the
boat. Do not install the bar into the other pontoon at this time.
Front Crossbar
Install the front crossbar onto the other hole in the same pontoon as you
just installed the rear bar in. Once again, take note on the drawing above
the correct orientation of how the hangers point toward the stern of the
boat.
STEP 4- Final Framing
With the crossbars installed in one pontoon, place the other pontoon along
side and side the bars into this second pontoon. Be sure to loop the other
end of the strap onto the rear crossbar like the installation step above.
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Velcro
Rear Crossbar
Front Crossbar
Snap Buttons
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