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KITE LEASH
OPERATING THE KITE LEASH QUICK RELEASE
WARNING: To completely free yourself from the kite in an emergency situation:
A) Activate the Torque 2 loop quick release (page 15).
B) Then activate the kite leash quick release:
1) Grab the quick release handle and push it away from your body as shown.
2) Immediately let go of the quick release handle so you are completely free from the kite.
WARNING: Only activate the kite leash quick release in a serious emergency situation. Once you
activate the kite leash quick release, you will have no control over your kite and it may become an
extreme hazard for everyone downwind from you both on land and water. When you activate the
kite leash quick release, always remember there is a strong possibility that you may not be able to
retrieve your kite. Therefore, there is a high likelihood that you will be required to swim, or need
assistance to get back to shore.
KITE LEASH
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
WARNING: It is necessary to rinse you bar and release mechanism after every use.
TRIM CLEAT
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Make sure remove the trim line from the cleat.
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Thoroughly rinse cleat to remove salt and sand after each session.
RELEASE MECHANISM
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Rinse the release mechanism with fresh water.
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Rinse the inside of the release mechanism to clean out any trapped sand/debris. Manually activate
the mechanism 2-3 times under running water to help clean the system.
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Flush the safety line to port to remove any sand that may be in the pathway.
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Check O-rings
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There are 3 O-rings used on the quick release mechanism. These must be in good working order for
the system to function properly. See the Naish website on instructional video to replace the O-ring.
WARNING: If the release mechanism does not operate smoothly, additional cleaning with a
toothbrush and soapy water may be required to remove any built-up deposits on the mechanism.
