Thank you for choosing a
GONG SUP
board.
In order to enjoy it and to have full satisfaction, thank you to carefully read this manual.
Usage caution and warranty :
The Stand Up Paddle is a sport that can be dangerous if done irresponsibly. The use of this equipment and its components
involves certain risks and dangers inherent in the business that can result in serious bodily injury and death. By using this
product you freely agree to assume all known and unknown risks of injury to yourself and others, related to the use of this
equipment. The risks inherent in this sport can be greatly reduced through compliance with warnings and instructions listed in
this user guide and thanks to common sense.
The Couine Marie boards are in
fl
atable boards made for the practice of stand up paddle or sur
fi
ng only. This is not a toy.
GONG SUP strongly recommends taking stand up paddle lessons and being responsible and cautious before using this product
alone.
Make sure you have subscribed to an insurance policy covering the practice of stand up paddle or sur
fi
ng. Manufacturers and
suppliers of this product are not responsible for any property damage or personal injury due to a wrong, competing, or
irresponsible using of the product by the user.
When you practice, be sure to keep a safe distance from any obstacles, other riders and boats, and keep you abreast of weather
forecasts. It is your responsibility to take the decision to go on the water or renonce by the observed and announced weather.
Always be careful.
Regularly check and properly maintain your equipment. In
fl
ate the board well at the recommended pressure of
15 PSI
, and
make sure the valve is in perfectly working (especially the joints), and closed before use. Also make sure your board is not
pierced, scratched or cut, it would harm its buoyancy and safety. We recall that a board has no in
fl
atable
fl
otation compartment.
When de
fl
ates: it sinks. So do not go away from a longer distance than you would be able to swim. The security cordon (leash)
that connects you to the board is mandatory and must be in good condition. Also check the status of your paddle that must not
show weakness or sharp edges that could burst the board.
You can use this product if you are physically in a good shape and you swim well. Swimming on the sea is much more di
ffi
cult
than swimming in a pool. Minors should not practice without the consent and supervision of their guardian. Never leave a child
without immediate supervision. Children’s guard must be ensured by good swimmers having solid experience of stand up
paddle of sur
fi
ng. When you practice you should not be under the in
fl
uence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
You must also be connected to the board by a leash and wear a
fl
oatation vest and / or a wetsuit for this sport.
Visit
www.gongsup.com
website for more information including educational sheets on the website and forum.
Do not use this product until you read and understand the warnings and safety instructions, and follow them. This information
may be liable to change at any time. For regular updates, visit our website
www.gongsup.com
.
LWhen practicing the stand up paddle always have good sense of seamanship, respect nature and try to help others with
caution when they are in trouble.
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