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1. IMPORTANT Before launching your kite you must have understood the purpose and operation of the quick releases fitted to your control bar A quick release is located on the chicken loop A secondary quick release is located on the safety leash To connect the chicken loop to the harness hook please refer to the diagrams om CAAA AA ALLAN KOOI KRO Releasing the control bar using the quick release on the chicken loop de power loop will automatically de power the kite which will then land safely by itself Make sure you have enough safe room down wind before releasing when testing The Quick Release on the safety line also allows you to kill the power developed by the kite This Quick Release should only be operated if you want to release the control bar e g if the situation is dangerous for any other reason because it can be dangerous for people around you to have the kite flying alone in the air without any control Try the quick release of the chicken loop on your harness spreader bar The chicken loop should slide freely inside the spreader bar buckle Chicken loop quick release Pull the handle Re loading the chicken loop quick release La Assembling the finger locker to the chicken loop Connect the safety line Connect the safety line to the harness as described below left diagram You can connect the safety line to a metal ring on the harness but you should be able to grab the safety handle in all criti2. Turning speed Turning speed 50 cm bar size 45 cm bar size Check your TAKOON lines length Before the first ride you must check the line length of the TAKOON bar For that connect your flying lines to a fixed point take the bar in your hands depower line at the maximum length and chicken loop touching the bar All lines need to be equally stretched If not adjust the lines length using the mutiple trimming knots on the bar see potential trimming on the next page x WWW TAKOON COM Q To adjust the line lengths use one of the following attachment points To adjust the back line length check the back pre lines CAAA AA ALEAN COX OR HOOT To adjust the global front line length check the connection on the top of the depower line Common mistakes e Not understanding how or when to operate the quick releases e Seeking assistance from inexperienced people e Flying in insufficient space e Choosing an unsuitable spot for kitesurfing e Failing to check the state of your equipment before launching e Not launching from the edge of the wind window e Underestimating the wind strength Troubleshooting The kite is flying badly or is deformed e The struts are under inflated e A strut is deflating due to a puncture e The wind is too light The kite is not responding properly to steering inputs e The lines are tangled e You have confused the rear lines with the front lines when e Failing to hook in
3. yoeunsoy eueuda s Aq oid y USER GUIDE GUIDE D UTILISATION SWARNING TAKOON would like to thank you for purchasing this TAKOON product and for your confidence in the high quality of our products Before any attempt to use this product please ensure you pay full and careful attention to the contents of this manual Although exciting and attractive kitesurfing can prove to be highly dangerous for yourself the others around you and in some cases even fatal if essential safety rules are ignored We recommend proper instruction from a certified kitesurfing school Safety assembly flying and maintenance are all explained in this manual SAVERTISSEMENT TAKOON vous remercie pour l achat de votre nouveau produit TAKOON ainsi que de la confiance que vous avez bien voulu nous porter Avant toute utilisation nous vous prions de bien vouloir lire ce manuel pratique avec la plus grande attention La pratique du kitesurf aussi attrayante qu elle soit peut s av rer tres dangereuse pour soi m me et les personnes aux alentours voire mortelle si les r gles l mentaires de s curit ne sont pas respect es Ce manuel vous aidera faire connaissance avec votre aile et vous fournira toutes les informations n cessaires pour une bonne utilisation La s curit le montage de l aile son pilotage ainsi que les conseils d entretien y sont expliqu s en d tail Takoon recommandel apprentissage dans une cole agr e TA
4. pit Kmh Knots Description scale miles kilometres per hour or knots o lt 1 lt 1 Calm smoke rises vertically Cities fre une Important the wind scale supplied here is merely for guidance and should not be your only criterion for gau ging wind strength you should also take into account its density and how gusty it is 5 29 38 17 21 Trees begin to sway e e40 2227 ard tow on te became Never use your kite in extremely gusty conditions even if you manage to escape injury you won t enjoy 8 62 74 34 40 Resistance felt in walking against the experience anyway 9 75 88 41 47 Big waves and spray 10 Aa harman and drink a hanar Mev Hui aiiu ink Deer 1 knot 1 852 km h Choosing which size kite to use YOU MUST ALWAYS USE THE RIGHT KITE SIZE FOR THE GIVEN CONDITIONS The weight of the rider is a major factor in choosing the sur face area of kite Side shore wind On shore wind Wind direction Make sure the wind direction is suited to the spot you have chosen for sailing The ideal wind is a side shore wind that is blowing parallel to the beach NEVER launch your kite with an off shore or side off shore wind On shore wind can be good for the competent kitesurfer but is dangerous because of possible objects on land down wind T gt 2 re i O WWWTAKOON COM Q Turbulences Obstacles situated upwind of you can create tur bulent air pocket
5. pull the inner tube gently back into the strut making sure it is not twisted in any way e Pass the valve back through the hole in the strut detach the flying line and fit the valve cap back on e Fit the velcro strap back onto the valve and close the end of the strut e Reconnect single inflation devices and use necklaces to hold the valves Nb Inflate slowly and tap on the batten pocket to help the inner tube re position itself correctly Leading edge The same technique is used to repair the leading edge with a few minor differences e You must attach a flying line to both ends of the inner tube e The inner tube is removed via an access zip in the centre of the leading edge Repair the puncture in exactly the same way When reintroducing the inner tube be extremely careful not to twist it as this will lead to problems when inflating the leading edge It is a good idea to coat the inner tube with talcum powder before reintroducing it into the leading edge pocket to help it slide in smoothly Note if the puncture is too large to repair or the repaired tube is not holding air you will need to order a new inner tube from your local dealer Rights of way and courtesy Launching e A kitesurfer setting out or changing direction should be careful not to get in anybody else s way e A kitesurfer with his kite at it s zenith while maneuvering or at a stand still has right of way over everyone else Any kitesurfer moving towards him mu
6. I du Prat 56037 VANNES Cedex France WARNING ATTENTION It is the user s responsibility to carefully read this user s guide and instruct all users on the safe operation of this product Il est indispensable de lire attentivement ce manuel avant toute utilisation de votre aile TAKOON VA EN This document is copyright to TAKOON BIC SPORT and cannot be used without the author s permission 2006 TAKOON BIC SPORT Ce document ne peut tre utilis sans l autorisation de son auteur WWWTAKOON COM Q
7. faut c est la date de vente du produit au distributeur qui sera prise en compte comme point de d part de la garantie Le nom du mod le de kite et le num ro de s rie du produit pour les kites il se situe sur une oreille Un descriptif pr cis du d faut ou probl me rencontr Une photo permettant d identifier facilement le d faut pas de Polaroid Votre nom et vos coordonn es Votre revendeur se chargera de communiquer votre demande TAKOON et le cas ch ant de retourner vos frais le produit d fectueux Seule la soci t TAKOON est en mesure de prendre la d cision finale de prise en garantie du produit et donnera ou non son approbation apr s expertise Tout produit jug d fectueux sera r par ou remplac dans les plus brefs d lais par un centre agr TAKOON puis retourn vos frais votre revendeur TAKOON ATTENTION Il est indispensable de lire attentivement le guide d utilisation avant toute utilisation de votre aile TAKOON Votre nom et vos coordonn es Votre revendeur TAKOON se chargera vos frais de retourner le produit d fectueux Seule la soci t TAKOON est en mesure de prendre la d cision finale de prise en garantie du produit et donnera ou non son approbation apr s expertise Tout produit jug d fectueux sera r par ou remplac dans les plus brefs d lais par un centre agr TAKOON puis retourn vos frais votre revendeur TAKOON BIC SPORT SECTION KITESURF Z
8. of wind as well as the sailing area down wind and up wind This area should be free and clear at least 100m down wind and 20m up wind Before attempting any jumps or transitions the kitesurfer should be certain not to hinder any other craft all the way through the move Sailing in waves e In waves the previous starboard rule doesn t apply the kitesurfer going out facing the waves has right of way over the one who is surfing in e While surfing the kitesurfer closest to the wave s peak has right of way Surfers have right of way over everyone else because they are less maneuverable WWWTAKOON COM Q Glossary Inflatable kite a kite which has inflatable struts which allow it to re launch from water Can be flown on 2 or 4 lines Strut tube of material which houses the inner tube Inner tube an airtight rubber tube fitted with a valve found in each vertical strut and the leading edge Leading edge the front section of the kite which contains the largest inner tube it leads into the wind Trailing edge the rear section of the kite where the wind spills off the kite sail Body dragging using the power of the kite to pull you through the water without your board Kitesurf or kiteboard or flysurf The name given to the water sport which combines a traction kite and a surfboard Control bar used to steer the kite De power the system which allows the operator to control the amount of power developed by the kite by pushing or
9. others around you This is still true in light winds Get into the habit of checking the connecting of the leash to the chicken loop before even picking up the control bar YOUR CHICKEN LOOP DE POWER LOOP ON YOUR CONTROL BAR MUST ALWAYS BE HOOKED INTO THE HARNESS HOOK FOR LAUNCHING This will allow you to reduce power during launching by FULLY de powering pushing the control bar away from you MMWW TAKOON COM How to relaunch the kite with bridles Side view In front of the rider AULAS ON J y G A E y G A a amp si si cm WW WT AKOON COM gt Adjusting the power of the kite The control bar setup includes a cleat located on the top of the depower line This cleat allows to trim the power of the kite in function of the wind strength during the ride U v ae Li 2 Sa Q AN M Y v O B gt Less power de puissance WWWTAKOONCOM Tuning your TAKOON kite You can control the power of your kite using the depower system Depending on your riding style tune the length of your rear lines by moving the lark s head knot on the pre line Less power and less response standard tuning more power and response Perfect for learning tricks light riders and strong wind Trim the bar size The bar supplied has a trimmable bar length Spreading the rear line attachments allows a better turning speed perfect for bigger sizes of kite Don t forget to trim both sides right and left
10. KOON KITEBOARDING COMPANY WWW TAKOON COM ENGLISH VERSION Introduction You must read and understand the entire contents of this manual before any attempt to fly your kite The manual has been written to help you operate your new kite but nothing replaces proper instruction You must be fully aware of the risks that go with this sport and know that you are exposing yourself to real danger Inappropriate use of traction kite devices can result in Serious accidents or even lead to the death of the user or third parties It is strongly recommended to undergo an initial training in a recognized kitesurf school As defined by this user manual the distributors of our products are under no circumstances liable for material or bodily damage sustained as a result of inappropriate use of this product Safety Essential rules e Never forget that you are responsible for any material or bodily damage sustained while using this product Check that you are appropriately insured against possible damages resulting from the sport of kitesurfing e Use your common sense at all times e NEVER kitesurf ALONE An assistant is a considerable safety asset on land as well as at sea e NEVER attach yourself permanently to your kite by any means e g tying the lines onto your harness It is imperative that you are able to disconnect yourself from the kite quickly if you are experiencing difficulties e You must not dismantle or modify the quick releases b
11. cal situations Connect the safety line to your bar as explained on the right side When you rotate always in the same way ex front loops you should untwist the lines using the swivel 2 twists on flying lines is a maximum to have full safety WWWTAKOONCOM Safety leash quick release pull the handle as explained below Use only in critical situation a kite flying alone can be extremely dangerous for people around you Re load the safety line quick release see below Pre flight checks Before launching your kite check all the equipment one last time Fol Points to remember lowing is a check list of the main points e Always make sure you are fully equip e flying lines the correct length not crossed and free of knots ped before launching harness personal e general condition of the kite floatation device helmet etc e pressure in the struts e Always wear some kind of foot protec e lines connected to the correct sides of the kite tion when launching as you risk injuring e kite leash in good condition your feet if you slide a few yards while the e quick releases in good condition kite gains altitude e Depower line bridles and pulleys in good condition check pulleys on kite or pulleys on bridles Basic rules for launching YOUR KITE MUST ALWAYS BE LAUNCHED FROM THE EDGE OF THE WIND WINDOW NEVER FROM THE CEN TRE DOWN WIND The power would be far too great for you to control You would endanger your own life and those of
12. dges at approximately 3m height That way the kite can t lift you into the air during a gust for example WWWTAKOON COM G Contents of this product pack The pack is composed of a completed kite with a control system with a safety leash The drawing below shows the connection way to a TAKOON kite with bridles Your TAKOON kite comes with a 4 lines control system which is designed for more refined accurate flying and better power control thanks to the de power mecha nism The result is more comfortable and con trolled sailing in irregular winds and the option to spill excess power in severe gusts Warning never forget that 4 lines flying is more complicated than 2 lines flying This kite is not intended for beginners and you must have fully mastered traction kite flying be fore attempting to launch this power wing Never over estimate your own ability ta ea eee ae Bridles bila B Bele Ge Sha sb a Front lines CE ST EU Safety Line Back lines Meee ee we we ee we ee ee WWWTAKOON COM Assembly and adjustment Before assembling your kite make sure the operating space you have chosen is suitably free of obstacles and measures at least 100m by 100m The control bar is supplied with lines attached You simply have to connect the lines to the kite before launching Check that all the lines are equal length before connecting For that refer to the check your Takoon lines length section Setting up
13. e equipment to avoid hypothermia related accidents wetsuits and drysuits Safety helmets and impact vests are strongly recommended WWWTAKOON COM Beginners e TAKOON kites are high performance kites which are not suitable for beginners e We highly recommend practicing on a small traction kite before attending a kitesurf school as you will find this drama tically reduces the time it takes you to learn the basics e Learn how to fly the kite on land in wide open spaces before venturing onto the water e Always choose the size of kite that corresponds to your weight and level of skill competence Good conduct e Be respectful of other people out on the water swimmers surfers windsurfers jet skis pleasure craft etc e Follow the rules of priority on the water e Make sure your flying lines are not laid out in an area used by pedestrians Wind up your lines when not in use e Do not let anyone walk stand between you and your kite e Help other kitesurfers with launches and landings You ll appreciate their help when it s your turn e If necessary explain the essential safety rules to other kitesurfers e Don t touch other kitesurfers equipment unless specifically asked Usually check and test your quick releases Appropriate clothing oo is a list of indispensable kitesurfing Never forget it s easier to kitesurf if you re alive Wind Basic principles Wind strength Wind strength can be measured with the Beaufort
14. icates the purchase date if it does not clearly figure on the invoice the sale date to the retailer will be chosen as the beginning of the warranty The type of the board kite and the serial number located on a tip for the kites and on the deck of the boards A precise description of the defect A good picture of the defect no POLAROID Your name and address Your retailer will communicate you claim to BIC SPORT exclusive TAKOON distributor and if necessary will send the product to an official TAKOON repair centre You will have to pay the carriage costs Only BIC SPORT is entitled to take the final decision about the warranty If a product is deemed to be defective by TAKOON it will be repaired or replaced by the official TAKOON repair centre in the shortest possible time and will be sent back to your TAKOON dealer at your costs Warning It is the user s responsibility to careful read this user s guide and instruct all users on the safe operation of this product Nonobstant les conditions l gales de garantie des vices inh rents au produit art 1642 s Code civil LES PRODUITS TAKOON SONT GARANTIS contre tout d faut de fabrication et ou de mat riaux pour une dur e de 6mois compter de la date d achat sous r serve du renvoi de la partie d tachable de la carte d enregistrement de garantie inclue dans le sac de l aile d ment remplie et sign e dans un d lai de 7 jours La loi applicable tout litige concernant le p
15. poor flight characteristics and more importantly difficult re launching from water Once the kite is correctly inflated flip it over so that it s face down the leading edge is on the ground and perpendicular to the wind The fabric of the kite canopy should be down wind and the kite should not be cat ching the wind Weight it down with sand if necessary Use the small valve to inflate amp the big one to deflate YEARS WWW TAKOON COM Q Connecting the lines to the kite Your bar is supplied with red and grey black rear control lines and white front lines Connect your rear lines to the rear loop connector of your kite using a Lark s Head knot grey black to black for the right side and red to red for the left side The front lines have to be connected to the front knot connector of the kite using the colour coded attachment loops grey black to grey red to red Your bar is made to avoid accidentally switching rear lines and front lines or right side and left side connections Be sure you have correctly attached them Incorrect line attachment is a major cause of accidents a and b trimming to control the power of the kite a less power b more power CAAA AA BLEA KOOI HAOL Trim the behavior of the kite 1 and 2 lf you move forward the bridle position 1 More depower lf you move backward the bridle position 2 More Power 3 and 4 lf you move forward the rear bridle location 3 More bar
16. pressure More efficiency of depower rate perfect for unhooked tricks and speed crossing lf you move backward the rear bridle location 4 Better relaunching smaller turning radius Perfect for waves Quick releases and rules for lauching Read carefully and store the userguide for later reading Quick releases DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES OPERATE YOUR KITE WITHOUT THE KITE LEASH AND THE QUICK RE LEASES TRY AND CHECK THEM BEFORE EACH SESSION USING A QUICK RELEASE INSTINCTIVELY NEEDS LOTS OF PRACTICE THE QUICK RELEASE REQUIRES A MINIMUM OF STRENGTH TO ACTION Notes many riders have the instinct to hang on desperately to the bar if they get into difficulties This is wrong You should not hesitate to dump the bar and retain the kite via the leash Operating safety device and relaunching a kite is easy but needs some practice Warning You must learn how to use the quick release before you need it in a critical situation Many riders have the bad habit of trying their quick releases for the first time when they are in dangerous conditions unaware of how it should function The quick releases of the bar are designed to work for 35Kg 100Kg total rider weights following the NF S 52 503 French standard You must check all the components lines bridles safety devices etc before each ride A used component can be dangerous for you and people around if it breaks If you notice a used component go to your local dealer to change it
17. pulling on the control bar Front lines on a four line setup these are the two flying lines which lead from the centre of the control bar and attach to the wing tips on the leading edge Rear lines on a four line setup these are the two flying lines which lead from the ends of the control bar to the wing tips on the trailing edge Also known as brake lines Harness attaches around your waist and is equipped with a hook Used to attach to the control bar via the de power or harness loop in order to use your body weight to hold the kite Line cutter specialist blade which must be easily accessible and is used to cut the flying lines in an emergency Overpowered using a kite that is too big for your body weight or the prevailing wind conditions or your level Underpowered using a kite that is too small for your body weight or the prevailing wind conditions Cross shore wind blowing parallel to the beach Offshore wind blowing from the land out to sea Onshore wind blowing from the sea onto the land Cross off a combination of offshore and cross shore wind Cross on a combination of onshore and cross shore wind Upwind the region where the wind is coming from Downwind the region where the wind is traveling to Beaufort scale scale used to measure wind speeds ranging from 0 to 12 WWWTAKOON COM Q TAKOON WARRANTY POLICY CONDITIONS DE GARANTIE Notwithstanding legal warranty conditions of the product s defects French ci
18. r kite as well as DOWNWIND the area in front of you when your kite is air borne Be especially careful of obstacles downwind of you e Before launching be sure to have identified a safe landing area further downwind in the event you are not able to return to your departure point e Never use your kite near people animals posts trees buildings cars power lines airports roads etc On the water e Your operating space must be completely free of boats buoys rocks pontoons piers jetties etc Stay as far away as possible from swimmers and don t sail in shipping lanes Respect no fly ride zones e Avoid vertical areas bounded by rocks or cliffs where the wind might be extremely turbulent Weather e Never underestimate the wind and sea conditions e Consult the local forecast before setting out Never attempt to kitesurf in changing or stormy weather conditions Never attempt to kitesurf if the wind is strong and gusty Never attempt to kitesurf if the wind is off shore blowing you away from land Never ride in or near electrical storms as the flying lines will massively increase your risk of electrocution e Find out about tides and areas with strong currents e Beginners must sail in calm sea conditions e Take time to gauge the wind speed once you have reached your chosen sailing area e If you are not confident in evaluating the forecast speak to someone who is competent in forecast interpretation e Wear suitabl
19. roduit en question est la loi fran aise Le souscripteur de la garantie d clare avoir pris connaissance des conditions d utilisation prescrites par le guide d utilisation et s y conformer Etendue de la garantie 1 Elle couvre une utilisation normale du produit except dans le cadre de la location ou de l enseignement 2 Elle ne couvre pas les dommages r sultant d une mauvaise utilisation ou d une utilisation abusive du produit au regard de ce manuel ni les dommages r sultant d une exposition excessive au soleil ni ceux r sultant d un stockage inadapt du produit 3 Aussi la garantie ne couvre pas les dommages r sultant d une utilisation dans un lieu inadapt la pratique du kiteboard shorebreak ou zone rocheuse par exem ple ni ceux r sultant d une maintenance incorrecte du produit et d une mani re g n rale tous les dommages n ayant pour cause un d faut de fabrication et ou de mat riaux 4 Elle ne peut tre applicable si une modification ou une r paration non conventionnelle a t apport e quelque partie que ce soit du produit 5 Aucune extension de cette garantie conventionnelle n est possible Il Proc dure de mise en uvre de la garantie Si vous rencontrez un probl me qui entre dans le cadre de la garantie ramenez le produit d fectueux votre revendeur TAKOON accompagn des documents et informations suivants Une copie de la facture du produit indiquant la date d achat d
20. s which often lead to your kite stalling amp de powering abruptly falling from the sky and suddenly dangerously powering up again Turbulence is present for a down wind distance equivalent to approximately 7 times the height of the obstacle and for an upwind distance equivalent to 1 times the height of the obstacle Warning wind is always stronger at altitude than it is at ground level be sure not to let this catch you out The wind window This is a theoretical concept which you must have clear in your mind before using your kite The wind window is the region of 3 dimensio nal space in which your kite will operate and resembles one quarter of a sphere IMPORTANT The power generated by your kite will vary according to which part of the window it is flying in Minimum power is at the zenith directly above you this is called the neutral zone Maximum power is generated when the kite is located at the centre and towards the bottom of the window which is in effect dead downwind of you Never fly your kite in this power zone On the extreme right and left hand edges of the window the power generated is moderate These are the zones you will mostly fly your kite in while sailing Neutral line 1 Winward view 2 Side view Less power More power For your safety and those of the others around you NEVER stand on the beach with the kite at the zenith You must place your kite on an extreme right or left hand e
21. st steer clear e A kitesurfer should whenever possible sail downwind from all other craft windsurfers boats swimmers using the same Sailing area A kitesurfer going onto the water has right of way over a kitesurfer coming into the beach Crossing other kitesurfers e A kitesurfer who sails with the wind on the starboard tack wind over the right side of the board has right of way over a kitesurfer who s wind direction is port left The starboard kitesurfer should as much as possible go straight ahead and the port kitesurfer should maneuver to keep clear e An experienced kitesurfer should anticipate and not hinder a beginner s movements The experienced kitesurfer should sail up wind of the beginner to keep out of his way e A kitesurfer must keep out of the way of all other craft sailboards boats e When two kitesurfers cross or overtake the up wind kitesurfer the one who is closest to the wind source must progres sively raise his kite in order to reduce his speed to avoid being hurled towards the person he is overtaking or crossing The down wind kitesurfer must on the other hand lower his kite to avoid crossing lines in case he underestimates the distance Sailing on the same tack e An overtaking kitesurfer must keep clear of the kitesurfer being overtaken Jumps and transitions e While getting ready for a jump or transition the kitesurfer must first of all determine wind stability avoid jumping during a gust
22. the kite Your kite takes its shape from several vertical inflatable batten struts and one large horizontal inflatable strut called the leading edge Unroll your kite with its outer surface on the ground and the leading edge towards the wind You should stand with your back facing the wind as close to the leading edge as possible especially in high winds Before using the pump on the kite pump it a few times to eject any sand left in the tube This will prevent any sand from entering the kite s inner tubes thus increasing the life of the tubes Lubricating the pump regularly protects against wear of the seals and moving parts Inflating the struts and leading edge Connect the pump to the kite using the pump leash see drawing on the left Your Takoon kite is available with a single inflation point system Inflate struts and leading edge at the same time as using the leading edge valve Stop to inflate the kite when the leading edge feels hard You can inflate the struts more than the leading edge using the struts valves with air lock This allows to have a more efficient kite and an easier relauching Important Do not over inflate the struts If they feel rigid to the touch they are sufficiently inflated Over inflation can lead to burst inner tu bes especially if the struts are left exposed to the sun for a long period Equally you should not under inflate the struts as the kite will not hold its correct shape This can lead to
23. tick one piece carefully over the tear rubbing it down in order to eliminate any air bubbles e stick the other piece on the other side of the sail in the same way Inner tubes You should choose a clean and sheltered spot out of the wind for any repairs on inner tubes You will need the repair kit supplied with this kite and two flying lines e Disconnect single inflation device e Undo the velcro strap at the base of the damaged strut in order to access the inner tube e Open the valve and remove the velcro strap from around the valve e Tie one end of the flying line to the valve using a lark s head knot this will help you to re insert the inner tube following repairs e Push the valve into the strut to free it then gently pull the inner tube out of the end of the strut ensuring the flying line stays connected e Clean any sand and salt from the inner tube inflate it and immerse it in water in order to locate the puncture en WWWTAKOON COM Q e Use a marker pen to identify the puncture Now dry and clean the inner tube using a soft cloth and deflate it again e If the hole is on a seam just use glue and allow drying for about 20 minutes e If the hole is on a flat surface of the inner tube use a patch cut from the clear plastic supplied to repair the puncture and allow to dry for about 20 minutes e Check the repair by inflating the inner tube and leaving it for a few minutes e Using the flying line you attach to the valve
24. to the de power loop during launching e Flying the kite through the centre of the wind window e Flying the kite violently into the ground setting up for 4 line flying e You are holding the control bar upside down Maintenance Avoid exposing your kite to direct sunlight for extended periods of time as this may damage the colours and integrity of the sail fabric Do not leave your kite fully inflated on the beach for extended periods when you are not using it Do not leave your struts fully inflated in a confined hot space such as a car Take extreme care to avoid letting any sand or water into the inner tubes Rinse your kite especially the small pulleys located on tips flying lines and control bar with fresh tap water after each session as sand and salt will drastically reduce the lifespan of your equipment Never leave your kite damp Dry it off properly after rinsing Wind your flying lines onto the control bar in a figure of 7 to prevent damage twists and tangles Repairs Ripped fabric If the kite has a major tear consult your local dealer for details of your nearest official repair centre The same goes for any damage sustained to a strut Repair any minor tears using the following recommendations e rinse and thoroughly dry the kite and lay it out on a clean and flat surface e cut out two identically sized strips of adhesive mylar repair tape large enough to cover the tear with an extra centimetre all around e s
25. uilt into your control bar e Respect local regulations pertaining specifically to this sport e Kitesurfing is an exhausting sport especially for beginners who will tire more quickly Learn to recognize the early signs of fatigue and come in to rest e It is essential to know how to swim e You must be fully comfortable with procedures for launching landing and returning to the beach in case of difficulties e Never operate your kite while you are attached to a fixed object such as a car or a tree e This kite is designed specifically to be used as a traction device for kitesurfing and must never be used for paragliding or any other forms of unassisted flight Never jump on the beach e Never touch the bridles or flying lines while they are under tension e If your kite is not in use but is inflated it must be secured in the neutral position using sand or heavy objects It must be secured and the control bar disconnected from the kite e Never lend a kite to anyone who is unfamiliar with the power developed by serious traction devices e For your safety and that of others around you never accept assistance from a person who might not be competent in landing or launching procedures e Check and try the quick release before each ride Operating space On the ground e You must check that your chosen operating space is free of any obstacles people or animals To manoeuvre your kite you need AT LEAST 100 METERS DISTANCE on either side of you
26. vil code art 1642 and followings TAKOON PRODUCTS ARE WARRANTIED to be free of defects from manufacture in material and or workmanship to the original owner for 6 months starting from the date of purchase on condition the warranty registration card available in the present product pack is filled signed and sent back within 7 days of purchase date French law applies to all disputes concerning this product The warranty subscriber declares to have read and understood the terms and conditions of use set out in the user or instruction manual and to abide by these I Warranty extent T This warranty is valid only when this product is used for normal recreational activities Teaching and renting are not included 2 This warranty doesn t cover damage caused by misuse or abuse damage due to over inflation in the sun damage caused by improper handling and storage damage caused by use in shore break or on a rocky spot damage resulting from improper maintenance from normal wear and tear or caused by anything other than defects in material and workmanship 3 This warranty is null and void if any unauthorized repair change or modification has been made to any part of the equipment Il Warranty procedure If you are faced with any problem which come within the framework of the warranty you should bring the defective product back to your TAKOON retailer with the following documents and information A copy of the kite board user s invoice which ind
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